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stressin yourlife

dealing with stressin the workplace


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Introduction

Research shows that many adultsin the labour force identify thatworkplace stress is a significantissue for them.

This has major consequences forindividual employees as well as foremployers.


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High Cost of Workplace Stress

Many studies report that excessive

workplace stress leads to high costsfor the organization as well as forthe employees in terms of theiroverall health.


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Organizational Stress

A significant amount of workplacestress that employees identify is relatedto how the organization functions as a

workplace, otherwise known asorganizational culture.

Dealing with organizational stressrequires commitment from all partiesas well as long term solutions.


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Organizational Stress

It is beyond the scope of this briefpresentation to address thisimportant issue.

However, workplaces are encouraged totake steps to look at their organizationalculture as a source of workplace stress.

For more information go to:

Best Advice on Stress Risk Managementin the Workplace (part 1 and part 2)www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hppb/ahi/workplace/resources.htm
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hppb/ahi/workplace/resources.htmhttp://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hppb/ahi/workplace/resources.htmhttp://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hppb/ahi/workplace/resources.htmhttp://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hppb/ahi/workplace/resources.htm


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Individuals and Workplace Stress

On the other hand, some sources ofworkplace stress can be addressed byindividual employees.

Two common stressors experienced byemployees are:

traveling to and from work

managing interruptions at work


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Traveling To and From Work

Common daily hassles for many aredealing with aggressive or inattentivedrivers and slow-moving traffic.

You cant control traffic but you cantry the following suggestions:

Give yourself more time to make the

drive so that time lines arent so tight.

Listen to relaxing tapes while driving.

Compile a tape of your favourite music

that has a calming effect on you.


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When stopped in traffic or at a red light,

try a simple relaxation technique to

reduce body tension:-raise your shoulders gently to your

ears, hold and then let go - relax by

feeling the weight of your arms

pulling down.


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When you encounter an aggressive driver

take deep breaths and continue to drivesafely. Remember that you cant change

the behaviour of the aggressive driver

but you can change your reaction to it.


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Managing Interruptions

Interruptions take up valuable timeand disturb your concentration.

It has been estimated that 1 hour ofconcentrated work is worth 4 hoursof interrupted time.

Phone calls and casual droppers byare 2 major sources of interruptions.


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Try to limit phone calls to 3 minutes. Ifmore time or clarification is required,use other communication methods such

as e-mail, fax or a memo.

Learn how to end a phone callsuccessfully once the issue has beenresolved, or on an action point.


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Establish quiet hours when you canwork undisturbed.

Make sure to communicate yourreasons for having quiet hours to your

supervisor and others.

When possible, arrange meetings awayfrom your work area so you can takecontrol and leave the meeting when

you have to.

If you dont have an office, place agreen or red flag where it can beseen as people approach.

If you have an office, put up a calendarthat identifies your quiet hours.


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Remember

When it comes to interrupting others,

it is important to practice what you

preach. Think twice before you

interrupt somebody else!


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Self-Learning Quiz

Workplace stress is a significant issuefor many adults. (true or false)

What are two common stressorsexperienced by many employees inthe workplace?

It is recommended that you takeshort, shallow breaths when youencounter an aggressive driver.(true or false)

Questions

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Answers for Self-Learning Quiz

True

Q1: Workplace stress is a significant issuefor many adults. (true or false)

Workplace stress is a significant issue

for many adults in the labour force.

A


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Traveling to and from work.

Q2: What are two common stressorsexperienced by many employeesin the workplace?

Managing interruptions at work.

AAnswers for Self-Learning Quiz


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Answers for Self-Learning Quiz

False

Q3: It is recommended that you take short,shallow breaths when you encounter anaggressive driver. (true or false)

It is recommended that you take

deepbreaths when you encounter

an aggressive driver to help you

calm down.

A


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For more information on

Stress Management, contact theWindsor-Essex County Health Unit258-2146 x 3100. Ask for the latestbrochure and newsletter fromL ive Better. L ive Longer.Workplace

Health Promotion Program.

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