Research shows that physical and emotional fatigue can reduce brain function and affect decision-making, memory and attention. Our personal and professional lives will have ups and downs. Take a step back and reflect on whether you feel your physical or mental health is impacting the care you are providing. If it is, it might be time to self-care or to seek help.
Here are some guiding questions to help you reflect:
- What are the current stressors in my life?
- What strategies can I implement to help cope with these stressors?
- Am I taking care of myself physically, mentally, and emotionally?
- What energizes me? What depletes me?
Here are some strategies to manage stress:
- Practicing mindfulness. You can access a variety of information, including free online apps to guide mindfulness, breathing exercises and meditation.
- Building stronger links with colleagues. Having this will help you better support and rely on one another.
- Building your social supports.