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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Friday, January 16, 2015 | 16 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. Oakville's newest integrated medical clinic set to open · 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. · 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. When Naturopathic Doctors and business partners Denise Clegg and Ashley Masri open the doors to Abaton Integrated Medicine next month, they do so with the aim to be Oakville's most comprehensive integrated medical clinic. Abaton ­ named for the Greek God of medicine's healing temple ­ is conveniently located at the corner of Randall and Dunn streets in Oakville and will be accepting new patients of all ages for a range of treatments including male and female fertility, family medicine, pregnancy, pediatrics, weight loss, pain, nutrition, counseling and anti-aging. 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. 17 · Thursday, October 20, 2011 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com Advertising Section * 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. 20 010 Gold Aw ward Winne er Oa akv kville e Be Beaver eaver Oakville Dental Arts Clegg, who completed an honours bachelor of science degree at Western University before attending the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine is certified in facial rejuvenation acupuncture and as a naturopathic doula. Masri has an honours bachelor of science degree with a minor in business from Carleton University. In completing her degree in Naturopathy at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, she has experience treating anxiety and mild to moderate depression. The duo takes a whole person approach to natural medicine, working in conjunction with patients' healthcare teams to create individualized treatment plans. Clegg and Masri's plan is to incorporate other health care professionals such as a chiropractor, massage therapists, nutritionists, an osteopath, a psychotherapist and yoga instructors to further enhance patient care. For more information about Abaton Integrated Medicine or to book an appointment call 905-580-3333, email info@abatonim.com or visit the clinic at 235 Randall St. as of Monday, Feb. 2. The clinic will also be hosting an open house on Saturday, Feb. 28. Visit www.abatonim.com for details. The Happiness Program In today's demanding, distracting world the mind is stuck in the past and the future, but HAPPINESS is here and now. `The secret lies in our own breath.Through breathing exercises, certain breathing techniques and some practice of meditation, we can rekindle positive vibrations within and around us. ' SRI SRI RAVI SHANKAR You're invited to the Happiness Program Call or email for more details: Archana (905-901-2565) · Randeep (905-334-9177) archana.gupta@artofliving.ca · www.artofliving.org The Solution is in: Sudarshan Kriya Practical Wisdom for Improving the Quality of your Life Yoga * Meditation * Sudarshan Kriya * Knowledge OPENING fEbruary Denise Clegg BSc (HonS.), nD Ashley MAsri BSc (HonS.), nD Book your free 15 Minute Consult starting February 2nd to see how a Naturopathic Doctor at Oakville's Newest Integrative Medical Clinic can help you! · Anti-aging · Anxiety · Family Medicine · Male & Female Fertility · Pain · Pediatrics · Pregnancy · Weight Loss 235 Randall Street, Oakville 905-580-3333 · Email: info@abatonim.com www.abatonim.com