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Setting limits at work can be difficult, whether you go to work every day or work from home. You could feel overburdened by the demands placed on you, from virtual happy hours and office meetings to an increased workload and emails pinging at all hours of the day. This applies to both the way you perform at work and the relationships you develop with your coworkers. Whatever your taste, it's critical to establish appropriate limits at work. Setting healthy limits at work entails developing healthy work habits for you. Having clear boundaries between your job and personal lives can frequently assist you maintain your productivity and happiness at work.
Here's some tips to navigating healthy boundaries for yourself at work:
1. Decide how much personal information you want to share
Getting to know your coworkers and finding out more about their personalities, interests, and dislikes might be helpful. You undoubtedly work with employees who are transparent, posting pictures of their families, trips, and pets. However, it does not follow that you must follow suit. Additionally, it matters a lot when you share. The time may not be perfect to start a talk regarding personal drama or any troubles you may be experiencing if you have an impending deadline or a brief encounter. It can disturb your coworkers in addition to affecting how concentrated you are.
2. Respect others’ boundaries
It's vital to respect what other people want to communicate about their private lives, regardless of whether you're happy revealing specifics of your fun-filled weekend or you'd prefer to keep them private. Maintain a professional tone. It's critical to understand the working culture. Is it the stuffy, businesslike kind of place? Or are laughter and teamwork encouraged? Therefore, you might want to pause before telling the joke you overheard your uncle telling this past weekend. No matter how amusing you think it is, it might not be appropriate for the office.
3. Avoid office gossip
It's challenging to prevent office rumors with your coworkers. However, try your best to refrain from gossiping or disparaging your coworkers. Office gossiping can also lower morale and cause feelings of rage, irritation, and helplessness. What should you do if a coworker confides in you about the most recent office drama? Saying that you prefer not to spread rumors about coworkers is one example. Ask them how they are certain that what they are saying is accurate. You may also say that you are too preoccupied with your own tasks to pay attention to what is happening with someone else.
4. Define your work hours
You feel as though you are working nonstop because of a pressing work deadline. It's crucial to be open and honest about expectations with your boss and your coworkers. For instance, let people know that, unless otherwise agreed upon in advance, you generally won't respond to emails or texts sent after 6 p.m. Decide on the hours you can reasonably work, whether they are from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and let your coworkers know. Additionally, it can be helpful to often check in with a coworker if you're working closely together on a project to inform one another on deadlines, duties, and expectations.
5. Take your lunch break
You can easily work through lunch. But taking time to eat, run errands, or take a walk outside can improve your productivity and overall mood. It can also help you respond and interact with colleagues: you'll feel less stressed, less burned out, and more open to receiving feedback or collaborating. So whether it's a full lunch hour or even just a few minutes during the day, taking this mental break is beneficial. With a 24-hour day, you deserve to take 60 seconds to stop what you're doing, especially if you frequently switch from one task to another. So for 60 seconds, focus on your breathing, connect with your surroundings, and note how you feel.
Source : Cleveland Clinic, Career Contessa
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