How to disconnect from work at the end of the day?
3 June 2008
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Nowadays, the pace of work is very sustained and intense, so there is a lot of stress within companies. As a result, at the end of the day, you leave your workplace without the work leaving your mind!
At home, you sometimes have trouble concentrating on what your entourage is telling you, the thread of the day's events unfolds like a film, and prevents you from falling asleep. Whatever form these manifestations take, it is possible to put a brake on these thoughts and enjoy these moments of rest.
Why is it often difficult to relieve pressure?
We don't relieve pressure like we relieve muscle exercise. Mental recovery is much longer. This is often the case in tertiary work where it is very difficult to set limits. And, where it happens that, even at night, one continues to think about one's activity through one's dreams. People who have manual work have much less difficulty in relieving pressure. A worker does not take his tools home, whereas a manager will often have his phone, laptop, files… at his home.
Allow yourself a limited time to think about work
If you simply can't get your mind off work after work, try setting a time limit: When you're at home, you can, for example, allow yourself fifteen minutes to think about your work. No more! From that moment on, time is up and you can devote yourself to something else.
Keep your mind busy by moving!
Since your thoughts, behavior and feelings are linked, you can try to divert your attention from work by making a physical effort. Many people opt for this solution. Whether it's swimming, jogging, cycling, horse riding, yoga or any other sport, physical activity remains one of the best ways to clear your mind. The activity of your choice does not necessarily have to be physically demanding. Sometimes, the usual household chores do just as well.
Focus on the present moment!
Everything you do can help you ward off unwanted thoughts about your work, whether it's cooking, taking a walk or reading. Be imaginative, creative, playful and let yourself be surprised by your own ideas. Thus, it will seem easy to stop thinking about work in the evening!
The Team ReKrute.com
At home, you sometimes have trouble concentrating on what your entourage is telling you, the thread of the day's events unfolds like a film, and prevents you from falling asleep. Whatever form these manifestations take, it is possible to put a brake on these thoughts and enjoy these moments of rest.
Why is it often difficult to relieve pressure?
We don't relieve pressure like we relieve muscle exercise. Mental recovery is much longer. This is often the case in tertiary work where it is very difficult to set limits. And, where it happens that, even at night, one continues to think about one's activity through one's dreams. People who have manual work have much less difficulty in relieving pressure. A worker does not take his tools home, whereas a manager will often have his phone, laptop, files… at his home.
Allow yourself a limited time to think about work
If you simply can't get your mind off work after work, try setting a time limit: When you're at home, you can, for example, allow yourself fifteen minutes to think about your work. No more! From that moment on, time is up and you can devote yourself to something else.
Keep your mind busy by moving!
Since your thoughts, behavior and feelings are linked, you can try to divert your attention from work by making a physical effort. Many people opt for this solution. Whether it's swimming, jogging, cycling, horse riding, yoga or any other sport, physical activity remains one of the best ways to clear your mind. The activity of your choice does not necessarily have to be physically demanding. Sometimes, the usual household chores do just as well.
Focus on the present moment!
Everything you do can help you ward off unwanted thoughts about your work, whether it's cooking, taking a walk or reading. Be imaginative, creative, playful and let yourself be surprised by your own ideas. Thus, it will seem easy to stop thinking about work in the evening!
The Team ReKrute.com
