How To Be Happier At Work
To celebrate the International Week of Happiness at Work, we'd like to give you a few ideas on how to nurture wellbeing at work.
Why is Workplace Happiness Important?
We spend at least one-third of our lives working, and a happier workplace certainly leads to a better life.
Not to mention that happiness also leads to personal success. The more positive your mood, the more driven and productive you tend to be as you work harder towards your goals.
It's also important to be mindful of the energy you bring home to your loved ones. More often than not, if you have a 'bad' day at work, you may unintentionally spread tension and unhappiness at home.
How We Can Improve Our Own Happiness At Work
It is all about the small things! Prioritise happiness and start taking time to nurture wellbeing in your life. We've put together a list with a few ideas.
1. Create A Work Playlist
When you listen to music, a chemical called dopamine is released into the brain. Dopamine improves mood AND reduces anxiety. Overall, music makes you happier whilst also increasing productivity.
2. Prepare A Nutritious Meal & Snacks
Food has the power to make you feel better, and eating mindfully can positively impact your mood at work! So make sure you're prepared for your work days with a nutritionally balanced meal ahead of time. You'll look forward to it each day - check our top meal prep tips here!
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3. Take Breaks During the Day
No matter how quickly you want to get work done, it's essential to remember that breaks aren't the enemy. Taking breaks allows you to refocus, relieve stress, and improve your overall mental health and wellbeing!
Even a 10-minute break significantly affects your happiness, stress levels, and productivity, so schedule frequent breaks during your work day, for a coffee, tea, quick walk around the block or simply to talk to a co-worker.
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4. Fill Your Workspace With Things That Bring You Joy
To optimise your happiness, you should always surround yourself with people and things that make you happy. The same goes for workspaces.
Whether it be plants, photographs, decorative items or little toys, surround yourself with objects that bring good memories and positive feelings to your workday.
Side note: Multiple studies have shown indoor plants in workspaces increase happiness and productivity and reduce stress! - So make sure to add a few plants to your desk and surroundings!
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5. Don't Take Workplace Friendships For Granted
Friends offer support and companionship and encourage you to strive to do your best. Workplace friendships are no different! Having someone to share a laugh with will make work more enjoyable!
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Share these ideas with your workmates and start nurturing a happier and healthier workplace
In summary
Happiness should always be a priority in all areas of your life - including work. Make time to find new ways to boost your wellbeing and the wellbeing of all people around you. We will be all better off because of it!
Tracking Biomarkers For Improved Mental Health
Managing certain blood biomarkers, such as cortisol levels can be achieved through stress-reducing techniques, adequate sleep, and a balanced diet. Tracking blood biomarkers can provide valuable insights into how the body responds to stress and other mental health concerns and can be a helpful tool to manage them in the future.
The WellBeing Test is a private blood test that delivers a health report by analysing multiple blood biomarkers. Discover what your blood is telling you and receive actionable insights into the core health areas of energy, sleep, stress, inflammation, fitness and body fat composition.
