Circuits Overloaded: Part 2 – The Master Switch!

Last month’s issue discussed the real issues and warning signs that arise from circuit overload - burnout and meltdown – like poor morale, disengagement, disloyalty, and poor productivity in the workplace. 

This month’s focus will be on some of the “how to’s” that will help to stabilize the Master Switch (YOU), build healthy circuits and bring more positive energy to your (personal and work) life!

First and foremost, we need to be aware of the changes in our own attitude and behavior and then practice self-management.  If we are people managers, before we can help our employees, we need to be in “power surge” mode ourselves!

Here are five basic attitude and circuit stabilizers that I find very helpful! Hope they help you to “reconnect” and turn up your dimmer switch a few notches! Rather than internalize negative toxic feelings or thoughts…

1. Write it Out!  Research shows that expressive writing improves the immune system and mood.  It reduces blood pressure, pain, and survivor syndrome/post-traumatic symptoms. Try to write in a private journal (hard copy or online) for about fifteen minutes a day. 
2. Talk it Out!  Talking to a trusted friend or colleague (or professional counselor) is a great way to regain your perspective and diminish the “power drain” feeling.
3. Time it Out!  Step away from your work station and take time to refresh your spirit. Go for a walk or find a quiet place to sit quietly or meditate – even if just for a short while.
4. Exercise it Out!  Get your heart rate up with some fast walking or other form of exercise.  Even just 10 minutes will give you a rejuvenating “power surge!”
5. Ask it Out!  Ask yourself, “What is bothering me?” Wait for an answer to appear in your mind.  Then ask, “But, what is really bothering me?” Keep on repeating this question, and in the end you will get to the heart of the issue. We rebound a lot quicker if we face what is really troubling us.

Remember… Now more than ever, we need to stay “connected” in a positive way, and I don’t mean “T2T” - always using technology!

Focusing on the ever-important “P2P” (people-to-people) relationships – will build trust, understanding, and loyalty – all of which lead to happier people/employees, a more productive work (and home) environment, and a healthier bottom line.

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