Stress can be minimised and prevented if you:
- Talk to your manger about your job and the
demands you face to ensure you are clear about your role and expectations
- Prioritise your workload and manage you time
effectively
- Match you workload and pace yourself. Inform your manager if you are feeling
overloaded and ask for support
- Communicate well with your colleagues and
manager - aim to maintain positive working relationships
- Take the initiative in relation to your
development needs and make use of the training, support and resources the
University has to offer
- Support colleagues by providing appropriate
information and by sharing resources
- Ensure bullying and harassment are not tolerated
Other things that can help to maintain balance and alleviate
stress include:
- Making time for lunch. Take this away from the office. If possible take a walk. A short break can be energising and will help you face the
next task or challenge
- Eating a well-balanced diet. Well-nourished bodies are better
prepared for handling stress.
- Cutting down on stimulants like caffeine and
sugar
- Keeping an eye on your intake of alcohol and nicotine
- Physical activity reduces stress levels and prevents
some of its damaging effects on the body
- Positive thinking reduces the negative tension
that can lead to stress