Self care at Workplace
As an employer does it always bother you when your employees are not productive enough or the rate of absenteeism is higher and there is no motivation amongst your team? This is the worst nightmare an employer can ever experience. But have you ever thought on the scale of 1 to 10 how much self care your employees practice? If you are an employee reading it Are you an emotionally fit employee? The solution to all these questions is right in this article for all the employers and employees to practice best self care as a member of your team to make the most of it!
Self care is the act of maintaining physical, mental and emotional well-being. But why self-care at the workplace? When an individual engages in the activities promoting self care they are indirectly engaging themselves to be productive and to be mindful of their surroundings. If you engage yourself in self care this is how it will benefit you and the organization you are a part of!
Here are 8 benefits of self-care at the workplace:
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“PRIORITY” stands for:
P – Productivity Boost
R – Reduce stress
I – Increase job satisfaction
O – Optimize your potential
R – Reduce Absenteeism
I – Improve relationship
T – Tune in with yourself
Y – Young at heart
P – Productivity Boost:
Self care techniques like taking small breaks in between intensive working sessions help employees recharge and stay focused. Maintaining a to-do-list and prioritizing tasks at work helps us save and utilise time well. Completion of each small task and ticking it off the list is affiliated with satisfaction.
R – Reduce stress:
Self-care activities like gratitude practice, positive affirmations and creative expression can help mitigate the effects of chronic stress and prevent burnout. Keeping a small corner with art supplies at your workplace, a space to express through creativity. It is an excellent way to calm yourself and enjoy your break.
I – Increase job satisfaction & reduce turnover:
Self-care practices like recognition and rewards at the workplace can lead to higher job satisfaction and engagement. Celebrating small wins and accomplishments by recognising employees hard work also reduces turnover rates.
O – Optimize your potential:
Self-care can help employees work wonders if used the right way! Set realistic and achievable goals helps develop coping skills and bounce back from challenges.
R – Reduce Absenteeism:
Being physically present but not fully productive is a red flag towards an organization’s growth. It can be reduced by practicing engaging activities like Workshops or Employee Assistance Programs which allows the employees to grow and take charge of their position. We at Mind Celebrations are dedicated to developing Employee Assistance Program for our
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I – Improve relationships & communication:
Prioritizing self-care and as an organization indulging in fun outing activities or online engaging activities away from work can help employees communicate more effectively and build stronger relationships with colleagues. Allot one hour every week for this engaging session, interact, catch up on things happening around the world and play fun games. You’ll see the miracle working on your organization.
T – Tune in with yourself:
Prioritizing self-care at work can help employees achieve a healthier balance between work and personal life. Self care practices like journaling can give you more clarity and improve problem-solving skills. Engage in self-talk, appreciate the hard work of your team, celebrate the small wins and it will keep you going even on tough days.
Y – Young at heart:
Practicing mindfulness, meditation and exercise is the best way to boost our physical, mental and emotional well-being. Eating healthy and having meals on time even on working days helps us stay energetic throughout the day and also balances our overall lifestyle.
The list will go on and on but it’s up to you to take the first step and give “PRIORITY” to your self-care. Over the period of time see yourself bloom into a whole different personality and expand your thresholds! If you’re an employer looking to transform your organization, connect with us now to know more about our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)