Professional Self Care

According to LinkedIn, “50% of your total waking hours during any given work day are spent at work.” That said, it’s essential to ensure you’re caring for yourself professionally since a significant percentage of your time is connected to work.   Some factors that can impact your well-being related to work are job stress, income, and work-life balance.  Unmanaged job stress can harm a person’s physical and emotional health when the job requirements do not match the capabilities, resources, or needs of the worker. 

Adapting professional self-care practices benefits your overall wellness, professional life, and career goals.

Examples

• Having clear professional boundaries.

• Attend professional development events or courses.

• Use your breaks to take a break from work.

• Work in a company that supports and prioritizes the self-care of their employees.

• Take a break during the workday (e.g., lunch)

• Take time to chat with co-workers

• Make quiet time to complete tasks

• Identify projects or tasks that are exciting and rewarding 

• Arrange workspace so it is comfortable and comforting