How Do You Look For Jobs — And Get Rid Of Stress?
Looking for jobs in today’s market is enough to stress anyone out! But if you’ve been laid off, there are a few easy steps that you can take to stay mentally and physically healthy while you look for your next job. Here are five simple things you can to do lessen the stress of a job search. Breathe! Now breathe again! Looking for a job is stressful! And when we are feeling stressed we tend to hold our breath subconsciously. A good first step to relieving stress is to consciously take a deep breath and hold it for 3 seconds, and then release it slowly for 3 seconds. Do this three times. Soon you’ll feel more calm and ready for a productive job search. Keep a routine. It’s very easy to fall into the habit of sleeping in a little bit, staying in your pajamas, watching t.v. Instead, try to get up at the same time you did when you were working. Shower, get dressed, and have a healthy breakfast. Remember, you really do have a job ahead of you each day, which is to find employment. Treating t
