In today’s modern age, deviation from nature and one’s natural personality is becoming a major cause of mental stress. While innovation brings with it a certain attraction and intensity, it also brings with it many challenges in this era of rapid growth. Every human being is busy with the desire to get the job done faster and achieve maximum growth, due to which the mental and physical stress is increasing.
Economic prosperity and professional development have given rise to dual responsibility for man, which often robs him of peace of mind. Pakistani society is currently going through various phases, economic, social and psychological chaos has created a situation of restlessness and uncertainty. Disappointment, depression and anxiety are prominent in people’s faces and attitudes.
Worryingly, we do not take mental health and stress seriously, one of the main reasons being the lack of awareness and awareness among the general public.
Nor is adequate work being done on understanding stress and possible preventative measures in our homes, educational institutions and workplaces. Workshops and seminars on awareness and skills for mental health and coping with stress are now being organized in some institutions, the number and quality of which is not remarkable. I myself had the opportunity to train on this topic with people from different fields in many institutions, so I realized that people in our society are not very familiar with this topic.
In today’s article, I will present some simple and practical tips for mental health causes and prevention, which will not only help in reducing stress in personal and professional life but also in enhancing creativity. It will also be helpful in going on the path of development.
According to the American Psychological Association, some of the causes of stress in the workplace can be: inadequate pay, excessive workload, limited opportunities for advancement, work that is not interesting and motivating, lack of social stimulation. , including lack of control over job-related decisions and conflicting demands or unclear performance expectations.
Dr. Daniel Goleman, noted psychologist and author of the book “Emotional Intelligence,” says, “People trapped in strong emotions can be cognitively paralyzed.” IQ tests show that people cannot think clearly when they are emotionally disturbed.
According to the American Institute of Stress, about 80 percent of people feel stressed in the workplace, and about half say they need help learning how to manage stress. Famous American author and physician Virginia Satir said, “Most people prefer the certainty of suffering to the suffering of uncertainty.”
Searching for the purpose of life
It is a fact that people who know the purpose of their life, they easily get out of the negative and difficult situations of life. They have their destination in front of them, so instead of being bothered by stress, they use that stress for their own growth. People without a purpose in their lives get frustrated and upset by small difficulties and problems, and these temporary problems make them prone to stress. If you have a clear purpose in life, you can handle stress better.
Get back to your basics
In the race for progress, man often gets so far ahead that he forgets not only the way back but also the fundamental principles that led to his initial success. People who are under stress in their personal and professional lives need to return to their basics and early principles of success. In today’s age, where chaos is common, man tries to adopt the methods that are working for him after seeing the success of others.
But in the process he forgets his identity, his unique abilities and his background. It should be remembered that each person’s journey to success is unique. Therefore, it is very important to stay connected to your foundations and your roots. Remember and practice your early success experiences and principles, as this is the path that can lead you out of stress and into a steady and steady growth.
Excessive use of social media, deterioration of mental health
Various researches and psychologists have proved that excessive and indiscriminate use of social media can make any person prone to unnecessary stress and negative thoughts in his personal and professional life. Therefore, it is important to limit the use of social media if you are ever experiencing stress or anxiety and prefer to watch only positive and constructive content on it. Negative content on social media adversely affects our mental health. One of the main downsides is comparing one’s failures with the successes of others.
People who use social media unnecessarily and excessively are more likely to experience depression and negative tendencies in their lives. Use social media in a balanced way. Prioritize positive and useful content. Value real-life relationships and experiences. Build self-confidence and appreciate your struggles. Careful use of social media is essential for peace of mind and a healthy lifestyle. Finding real people in this artificial world is a challenge.
Avoid negative people, thoughts and actions
It is a fact that man is most influenced by his surroundings and people close to him. If you have too much contact with negative people in your personal and professional life, you may suffer from mental stress and negative thoughts even if you don’t want to. Therefore, it is important that you critically evaluate your surroundings and circle of friends. Try to stay away from people, thoughts and actions that foster negative tendencies and thoughts. Negative attitudes not only drain your energy but can also hinder your growth.
Add positive thinking and motivational people to your circle. Keep yourself away from negative thoughts and actions and engage in positive activities. Focus on your life goals and channel your energy into constructive activities. Avoiding negative elements will not only improve your mental health but also help you move your life in a positive direction.
Peace of mind and health, the greatest wealth
Remember that in today’s age peace of mind and mental health are more important than any wealth. Stress gradually pushes us towards mental illnesses and disorders, making us lose control over ourselves and become more vulnerable to the influence of circumstances and society. Therefore, prefer an environment and work that does not harm mental health and does not cause mental stress.
Do not neglect yourself in your busyness
Achieving success in any field of life requires obsessive hard work. Extraordinary success requires extraordinary work and effort, but in this journey, one often puts one’s mental and physical health behind. It’s important to be active as a workaholic, but it’s also important not to get so caught up in your struggles that you lose sight of yourself. This neglect can result in stress and loss of peace.
If you want to better manage stress in your personal and professional life, learn to take time for yourself. Be sure to set aside some part of your day where you are just with yourself mentally, physically and emotionally. This time will not only improve your mental health but also boost your performance and creativity.
Learn stress management skills
There’s a solution to every problem in the world if you’re willing to learn, stress management is a regular skill that desperately needs to be learned. In this regard, guidance can be taken from various courses, workshops, seminars, books and experts. Let’s look at some more factors to understand stress and workplace stress.
Self-knowledge, self-awareness is the greatest blessing and discovery in the world. Dreaming before you go to sleep and finding a purpose before you wake up are great practical exercises that can help you avoid stress. Life is not a race but a marathon, for which fighting every day, but fighting for just one day, is the real victory.
People who compare their failures with the success of others are more prone to depression and stress in life. I often say that comparison kills our creativity, while empathy rejuvenates us. Remember that positive stress leads us to success while negative stress creates anxiety. Being surrounded by natural sights and surroundings is the best way to relieve stress and workplace pressures. People who realize their gift of creativity are always happy. Pressure brings out the best in them.
Live in the present moment
People who suffer from mental stress are those who, instead of being happy in the present, dwell on the memory of the past and worry about the future. If you don’t welcome new opportunities, then what good is your life? Because this stress starts from the mind and ends at the body. Writing by hand is also the best practice to avoid stress which has positive results on the human mind.
Food affects our mood, so choose what you eat very thoughtfully. The most important point to avoid stress is to have a strong connection with your creator and the universe. As Steve Jobs so eloquently described it, always “look at the big picture” in life, it will make temporary difficulties, worries and stress seem so small. Sigmund Freud said, “From your weakness will come your strength.” Turn your weakness into strength so that this tension becomes a flow of success in your life.
