Sometimes we experience burnout at work. Following some of these simple tips could help us relax and focus.

1. BY CHINEZE UDECHUKWU

2. What is Job Happiness?

3. CAUSES OF UNHAPPINESS AT WORK

4. Happiness is a choice
Think positively
Dwell on the aspects of
your job you like

5. Cooking
Playing video games
Listening to music
Reading a book
Exercising
etc

6. Watch a movie
Go salsa dancing
Play games
Have a drink
Watch sports together
Engage in constructive
arguments

7. Eat some fruits or
vegetables.
Drink lots of water
Cut back on the soda or fries

8. Take time to get to know a
colleague outside of work
A friend at work could serve
different purposes

9. Do not volunteer if you know
you really don’t have the time.
If your workload is exceeding
your available time and energy,
ask for help and resources.
Do not spend time making
excuses for failing to keep a
commitment, and worrying
about the consequences of not
keeping a commitment, than
performing the tasks promised

10. Feedback is your elevator to
success
If you feel you are not
getting any feedback, you
should ask your line manager
for an assessment of your
work.

11. Stop dreaming and start
doing.
Nothing picks “worn out” like
a feeling of accomplishment.
Break your big departmental
and personal goals down into
manageable pieces that you
can accomplish in a day.

12. Try researching new
technologies
You are the person with the
most to gain from continuing
to develop professionally.
Take on new challenges

13. Take a walk around the
office.
Stretch your legs
Take deep breaths

14. ..gathering my thoughts