How To Feel Better About Your Job

According to a recent survey, 78% of participants said they were stressed at work, while 42% said work-related stress has affected their personal lives. If you hate going to work every morning, it can have a detrimental effect on your happiness and well-being. Even those who love their jobs can get bored, annoyed, or unsatisfied with some aspects of their work.

If you work 40 hours out of a 168-hour week, you'll be at work for about a quarter of the time. Of course, you'll want to make those hours as enjoyable as possible. But, not everyone enjoys their job.

Fortunately, there are a few lifestyle changes you can make to improve your job satisfaction.

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Socialise

Humans are social creatures, they need to socialize in order to recharge. At the workplace, people completely forget about this aspect of their life. That's why It's essential to socialise outside of work and to disconnect entirely from your workplace. It is important to have a strong network of supportive friends and family members when it comes to handling stress in all aspects of your life. Organizing social gatherings with friends will give an environment where you can relax and forget about your job. 

Reward yourself

We feel motivated when we have this mentality that we’ll be rewarded for doing something. This sense of being rewarded is the primary reason why many people work hard to achieve their goals. 

If you don't enjoy the tasks on your to-do list, consider using basic bribery to motivate yourself. Try phrases like, "If I finish this report, then I can go grab a cupcake from the bakery down the street," or "If I finish this presentation, then I can go to happy hour with my friends tonight." You could even make a rewards jar to keep yourself motivated for weeks!

Personalize Your Workspace

A lot of people get anxiety attacks when they are working at a place which they don’t deem appropriate, but still, they have to spend the bulk of their time there. 

According to research, people who work in open office spaces have lower motivation, higher stress levels, less productivity, and lower concentration. Workers dedicate more cognitive resources to controlling stress rather than focusing on work due to a lack of privacy, increased distractions, and excessive noise levels. If you work from home, your options might be limited only by your budget. Decorate your workspace with items that inspire and motivate you to work. Personalize your workspace and make it more comfortable and captivating.

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Only Commit when You Can Keep

Making commitments you can’t keep adds an extra layer of stress when you are already busy at work. Workers waste a huge chunk of their time finding excuses for not keeping their promises.

 

Create a system for tracking your commitments and managing your schedule to reduce stress and dissatisfaction at work. Maintain that level of framework that enables you to quickly and accurately determine whether or not you are able to commit to a request or a new task. If you don't have time, don't volunteer for extra work or office responsibilities.

Take breaks

It's all too easy to get caught up in a never-ending cycle of tasks, both at work and at home. Don’t be that guy who thinks he’s a 24-hour work machine or something. Take short 10-15 minutes breaks throughout the day for yourself whether it's through meditation, a stroll, stretching etc. Allowing yourself more "you" time can help you feel more grounded and passionate about your work while also reducing stress. Stop ruminating about your work-related tasks during these short breaks - just chill, relax and recharge yourself. 

Avoid Negativity

Regardless of how much you appreciate your profession, working in a toxic environment will make your life miserable. Choosing to be happy at work involves avoiding bad talks, gossip, and harmful work relationships as much as possible. If you notice that some groups at work are more likely to participate in bad actions like gossiping or complaining, try to avoid them. If that isn't possible, try to divert their conversations toward more positive topics.

Conclusion

In reality, many people face ups and downs in their life. Sometimes you’ll enjoy going to work and at other times you’ll hate doing a certain task. But doing something you don’t like over and over again can seriously affect your mental wellbeing. Apply all these strategies mentioned in this article to instantly feel better about your job.

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