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17 · Thursday, October 20, 2011 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com www.insideHALTON.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Thursday, January 17, 2013 · 18 Advertising Section Tips to help you cope with stress at work Extra work k load l d takes k its toll ll on the h mental l health h l h of f employees l The workers of the world are working more. So says an annual study of employee benefit trends from MetLife. In 2010, 40 percent of employees admitted their workload had increased compared with the previous year. While there are many reasons that can account for a heavier workload at the office, heavy layoffs in countries across the globe has, in many instances, left those who weren't laid off with extra work. And companies might be surprised to know just how much this approach isn't working. TheMetLife study also found that 68 percent of employees surveyed reported that the quality of their work had suffered and that fear of losing their jobs played a significant role in how well they did their jobs. · Manage time effectively. One of the problems with an increased workload is the time in the day to complete that work does not simultaneously increase. This reality makes it easy to become overwhelmed with stress. But a few time management techniques can help. Prioritize certain tasks, ensuring projects that are time-sensitive get done ahead of f those that aren't. When setting a schedule for work, be realistic. If a schedule isn't realistic, that will only cause more stress. It is the middle of the month, and it is most likely your resolution to lose weight is on the back burner. Yes the smoothies have been replaced once again by a mocha latte and life events have bumped out your exercise time. Diet resolutions are easy to make but hard to keep. Is there a way you can be successful to lose weight this year? Metabolic Care Clinics shares a plan that will ensure success in 2013. At MCC we have eliminated "New Years resolution" and replaced it with "NEW DAY RESOLUTION". Most people have been down the weight loss road multiple * Determine what is causing the stress. Stress triggers vary depending on the individual, so men and women who are coping with excessive stress should write down anything that causes them a negative response, whether that response is physical, emotional or mental. After a week, sit down and look at the various things that triggered these negative responses. Choose one and work to resolve it. Determine if there is a way this trigger can be avoided. Do this with each trigger one by one. It might not be possible to successfully address each trigger, but it's worth the try and it is likely that certain triggers can be successfully avoided. · Remain physically active. Exercise is a great remedy for stress. In fact, the American Psychological Association notes that studies have suggested physically active people have lower rates of anxiety and depression than sedentary people. While research is ongoing, some researchers feel exercise enhances the body's ability to respond to stress. In addition, exercise seems to give the body practice at dealing with stress. While exercising, the body's physiological systems are forced to communicate with one another. These same systems must also communicate with one another when responding to stress. Regular exercise helps the body communicate more efficiently, something that helps when the time comes to respond to stress. Stress at the office is likely always going to be a concern for working men and women. However, there are ways to effectively cope with stress no matter how daunting a workload might be. (MNS) Heavier workloads have left many workers dealing with elevated levels of stress. Good stress and bad stress While employees might not be able to quell their fears of one day being laid off, there are things they can do to reduce the stress that often accompanies such fears. Stress is a part of most professions and can even be a good motivator. However, when stress is prolonged or excessive, the results can be very unhealthy. Men and women with high stress levels are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety and cardiovascular disease. When faced with prolonged or excessive stress at the office, men and women can take the following approaches to avoid succumbing to stress. Weight loss: Making your resolution last until February · Maintain a personal life. Effectively managing stress at work involves having a personal life away from the office. All work and no play is a recipe for stress. No matter how big a workload awaits you at the office, be sure to make time for enjoyable activities away from work. Spend time with friends and family, plan a weekend getaway or simply relax at home. Such time, even if it's not as often as you might like, makes dealing with stress at the office that much easier to handle. 20 010 Gold Aw ward Winne er Oa akv kville e Be Beaver eaver times in their life. This long road never seems to end, and it only takes a few road bumps before you quit driving altogether. The NEW DAY program is designed to stop the ups and downs of dieting. The concept is to make gradual, specific and measurable changes to ensure results. Each day you are given one habit to resolve, for example: drink eight glasses of water. The next day you are given a new habit to challenge, for example: fit in 30 minutes of exercise. Patients become eager to find out what the challenge is for the day, and enjoy the triumphs of their success. The daily approach to conquer one habit elevates your success rate from 17 per cent to 80 per cent. Let Metabolic Care Clinics ensure that you reach your weight loss goals in 2013. For the month of January, MCC is offering a free Smart Weight session; you will meet with a qualified nutritionist who will determine your fat, muscle, overall metabolic potential, and provide nutrition and exercise solutions. Call to book your free Smart weight session at 905825-3800, you have nothing to lose, but weight! 5061 New Street, Suite 202 Burlington ON L7L 0G1 (in Village, above Rexall Pharmacy) (inAppleby Appleby Village) 905 681 FEET (3338) applebyfootcare.com Put your best foot forward Appleby Foot Care & Orthotics (home to Registered Chiropodist, Lisa Hayashi), specializes in assessment, management and prevention of diseases and disorders of the foot for both pediatric and adult patients. Lisa is skilled in assessing the needs of her patients as well as managing both chronic and acute conditions affecting foot and lower limb function. People see a Chiropodist to help diagnose and treat a wide array of foot and ankle problems, such as: Sore feet? We can help. Heel pain Plantar Fasciitis Flat feet High arches Custom Orthotics Corns Calluses Warts Ingrown toenails Nail care Wound care Bunions and much more Orthopaedic Footwear available Saturday appointments available Covered by most extended health insurance plans Direct billing for Veterans Free parking Arch pain Heel pain Wound care Corn treatment Prevention of poor foot health Warts Nail care Digital deformities Plantar fasciitis To determine the best treatment, an in-depth examination will be performed. In some cases, custom orthotics and/or orthopaedic footwear are required. A custom orthotic is a device specially designed for your foot to help align the foot and ankle into the ideal biomechanical position. This device fits comfortably into most footwear and will help to re-align the foot by redirecting and reducing motions that occur throughout the gait cycle. Custom orthotic devices are often covered by most extended health insur- Diabetic foot care Callus treatment Pediatric foot conditions Fungal infections Cracked heels Persistent pain in feet and ankles Metatarsalgia Ingrown nails Compression hose ance plans. Orthopaedic footwear is made from specialized lasts with features that enhance the effectiveness of custom made orthotics or on their own will assist in improving biomechanical function. Visit Appleby Foot Care & Orthotics to have your feet assessed. We would love to help you put your best foot forward! 905681-FEET (3338) (Information has come from CFPM, Paris Orthotics, The Michener Institute, College of Chiropodists) Helping you put your best foot forward. Lisa Hayashi BSc, DCh Nancy Merrill BA, RN Photo: istockphoto.com