Work stress: The number one enemy of our health

In our society, where speed, immediacy of change, and pressure for perfection reign, let's be honest, who doesn't know the word "stress"? Well, although it's a term we've sadly incorporated into our everyday vocabulary, this hasn't always been the case.

More and more studies show the detrimental effects of stress on our health, and well, now that our bosses aren't listening to us, work is often the main source of stress.

You may or may not know what we're talking about. But whether you want to combat stress or prevent it, be sure to read this post.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), work stress "It is the reaction that an individual may have to work demands and pressures that do not fit his or her knowledge and abilities, and that test his or her ability to cope with the situation."n".

Being under certain pressure or setting new challenges is something positive in the workplace, since it allows us to Help to stay alert and increase motivation. But you know, like everything, if we go too far, it will have its consequences...

If you're stressed at work, you'll probably know it most of the time, but for those of you who don't know how to identify it, your body gives you certain "tips" about what's going on inside you. Some indicators may be:

• Emotional: which present themselves in the form of sadness, apathy, low self-esteem or irritability, among others.
• Of thought: lack of concentration or decision-making ability, recurrent forgetfulness, etc.
• Of behavior: emotional outbursts, appetite disturbances, inability to rest well...
• From the work: related to all aspects or behaviors that may affect good performance in it.

We've explored in more depth what work-related stress is and how to know if we suffer from it, as well as its consequences on our mental and physical health. Now we'll give you our best tips for trying to avoid it.

Take out paper and pen:

1.- Locate the origin of the same in the workFor several days, it's advisable to write down in great detail (the more the better and the easier it will be to recognize) the tasks that generate this feeling.

2.- Allow ourselves some healthy treats. Generally, people react to pressure by consuming excessive amounts of high-calorie, non-satiating foods.

At Baïa Food we particularly like a smoothie we make with our organic cocoa (one dessert spoon) + 200ml of plant-based milk + 1 banana + 1 tablespoon of peanut butter.

It's a 100% healthy shake, but hey, we assure you that you've NEVER tasted such a good chocolate shake.

3.- Learn to ask Help when needed. We cannot always complete all the tasks we would like in the time we had established, if this is the case, do not hesitate to ask Help or give your team feedback. Four eyes always see more than two!

4.- Perform breathing or meditation techniques aware. Meditation gives us Help It helps us anchor ourselves in the present moment, and breathing is a perfect ally during stressful moments. Try guided meditation or take a few deep breaths before continuing with your daily routine; you'll see things more clearly.

5.- Dedicate time to ourselves. Just as important as taking care of your family, your job, or your pet is taking care of yourself. Take time, even if it's just 10 minutes a day, to do what you love: going for a walk, having a hot cup of coffee, or listening to your favorite music... this Helpwill help keep the brain's serotonin levels high.

6.- EXTRA TIP: the magic of adaptogens

Still don't know what they are? 😳 They are substances that Helpin adapting to physical and emotional stress.

Some of the most proven are ashwagandha and Andean maca, used by Indian Ayurvedic Medicine and the Incas for hundreds of years.

More and more doctors and nutritionists are recommending them.

As you have read, we must take stress seriously, because if we do not, it will seriously affect our physical and mental health. By applying the techniques we mentioned above, your quality of life and your well-being will improve without any effort.

What are you waiting for to start taking care of yourself?

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