Episode Summary
As winter settles in, Niamh shares three top strategies to support yourself during the darker, busier months.
From embracing meaningful breaks to fostering connections and focusing on outcomes, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you create a better workday.
Whether you’re planning for the festive season or simply aiming to finish the year strong, you’ll find practical tips to help you recharge and thrive.
Key Takeaways:
1. Rest and Recharge
- Take Breaks: Prioritise your lunch and micro-breaks to recharge and regain focus.
- Lunch Breaks:
- Step away from your desk, get outside for fresh air and daylight, and move your body.
- Adjust timing based on the weather—go outside when the opportunity arises.
- Micro-Breaks:
- Spend 5–10 minutes alone to reset.
- Set a timer, put your phone down, and decide in advance how to use the time (e.g., meditate, journal, relax).
2. Connection with Others
- If you have capacity, support colleagues or loved ones during busy periods.
- Offer small acts of help, like attending a meeting, proofreading, or running errands.
- Helping others not only supports them but also provides you with fresh energy and perspective for your own tasks.
3. Focus on Outcomes
- Define Key Goals: Identify your top outcomes for the end of the year and focus on the essential actions needed to achieve them.
- Cut Through Clutter: Differentiate between what you must do versus what you should do.
- Small Wins Matter: On low-energy days, embrace small but meaningful actions. Use the mantra: “If I do nothing else today, I will [insert one key action].”
Practical Tips from the Episode:
- Use walking meetings to incorporate movement into your day.
- Take advantage of quieter moments to support colleagues or loved ones.
- Identify your year-end outcomes and focus on the essential steps to achieve them.
- Build in micro-breaks to reduce stress and restore energy.
Until next time, stay well and have a better workday!
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