Do you tend to prioritise work over your personal life? Read on to find out how to get things back in sync...
According to life coach Nicky Attenborough, we tend to glorify busyness. ‘it’s as if being busy is a sign of value as a person – it can even shape your self-esteem. this often drives relentless activity – i.e. being busy – which can leave us feeling burnt out.’ changing the language you use to describe your life could make a difference. a study by the University of Texas reveals that it’s not just how busy we are that causes stress, but how we describe our lives affects us too. Using words like ‘busy’, ‘hectic’ or ‘crazy’ will only make you feel more stressed so try an alternative like ‘eventful’. but it’s not only our choice of words that can leave us feeling overwhelmed. nicky advises we need to be more careful when it comes to how we spend, and prioritise, our time, especially at work. here are a few telltale signs that you’re putting your job before your well-being, and tips on how to fix it...
1. You live at the office
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