“It’s not hard to talk about stress. The challenge is how to stay calm”
HELP AVOID STRESS AND BURNOUT
Don’t get upset and angry when overloaded
INSTEAD:Discuss your concerns constructively
Don’t bottle up feelings that cause stress
INSTEAD:Talk to a friend or professional
Don’tignore anxiety in others
INSTEAD: Care about people around you
Don’tmake a public display of your feelings
INSTEAD:Ask for help when overwhelmed
Marcus asks Carol to share her battles with stress at a staff meeting to provide a strong example for the team. Carol describes her difficulties with staff challenges and social media demands. Marcus introduces the new office companion Cameron – a privately located camera that the team members can speak to in order to vent and relieve stress. It appears that the group has a broad range of stressors and complaints. Against all ethical guidelines Marcus watches their outpourings – and the result is catastrophic! Stress must be managed effectively.
Key Learning Points
Don’tget upset and angry when overloaded
INSTEAD:Discuss your concerns constructively
Don’t bottle up feelings that cause stress
INSTEAD:Talk to a friend or professional
Don’tignore anxiety in others
INSTEAD:Care about people around you
Don’tmake a public display of your feelings
INSTEAD:Ask for help when overwhelmed