Looking for a little MOTIVATION to get you UP in the morning and ENERGIZED to go to work?
I'm not saying we don't all need the occasional "mental health day" off from work to
reboot our minds and bodies, BUT what if you have already called in sick
one too many times?
Assuming you're experiencing a normal ebb in the
energy you have for work and not a more serious issue (like depression,
addiction or abhorring your job, in which case you should consult a
therapist immediately), here are some things you can do to GET YOU MOTIVATED:
1) Incentivize yourself with a reward.
Treat yourself to your favorite coffee or tea on your way to work.
Make lunch plans. Schedule something nice after work, like a workout, a
get-together with friends, or a pj's night at home with a good movie.
Remind yourself these things are better than the guilt of calling in
sick, the awkward excuses that need to be made (or the fake cough) and
the overwhelm of twice as much work the next day.
2) Use an affirmation or mantra. Select a positive statement to get you moving (i.e., "When I do the
best that I can, I am my best self"). Personally, I like "Today is the day GREAT THINGS will happen!!" Then I spend the day looking for them!!
3) Take it one step at a time.
Baby steps. Get out of bed, shower, get dressed, have something to eat,
make your way out the door, etc. I often find that once I get moving, I
pull out of my funk and gain momentum. Make it like a check list and just do ONE thing at a time!
4) Make things easier on yourself.
Wear
something comfy. Cross off a couple of things on your "To Do" list to
lighten the load. Ask for the support you need from your partner,
friends and family (even if it's just a pep talk or a little prodding). Don't overload yourself and you will get more done!
5) Set yourself on cruise control.
We can't run full speed ahead every day, and there are some days that
require autopilot. These days are NORMAL! Don't beat yourself up over them! Running at a slower pace isn't always a bad thing as it can provide
perspective.
6) Fly under the radar. If you are a
little low in motivation, perhaps this isn't the day to have extensive
interactions with your boss or team. Use whatever flexibility you can to
limit interactions (i.e., put on your headset, keep your nose in your
computer, shut your office door, etc.). Keep interactions brief and
cordial to make the day more manageable.
7) Stick to the EASIER tasks. Perhaps
today isn't the day you are going to complete the big project, but keep
in mind that anything you do at work (no matter how small) is more than
what you would have accomplished if you called in sick. When my energy
is low, I tend to focus on organization that preps me for days when my
energy is higher. I might get some filing done, clear off my desk or make a supply run, rather than tackling something that
requires more brain power or passion.
8) Be of service to somebody else.
I love helping others because it gets me out of my own head.
I'm often surprised at how recalibrated my energy feels after helping someone else find a solution to a problem. Even opening a door for somebody, giving a compliment or
offering support can ignite your
internal energy source.
9) Practice gratitude.
Instead of focusing on all the reasons you really don't want to go to
work (the icky weather, the lame meeting, or whatever it is), focus on
the good parts. You are alive. You have a job. You aren't really sick,
etc. Gratitude promotes positive thinking that attracts good energy.
10) Practice self-care.
Practice a few minutes of deep breathing or guided meditation to
revitalize yourself. Take breaks when you can at work. Get out of the
office and walk around the block to clear the cobwebs from your mind.
Get proper rest, nutrition and exercise. Consider a massage, mani-pedi
or similar if within your budget. If not, choose self-care that is free,
such as reading a book, taking a bubble bath, or practicing yoga.
Refuel yourself so that tomorrow is a better day!
One of my FAVORITE Quotes from Maya Angelou
"Nothing will work unless you do."
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