Madeira Beach, FL – Tranquil Shores is a full-service rehab that recently published a blog accenting the importance of mental health in high-pressure careers. Their program includes beach access, a private setting, and private treatment.
“Having some stress at work is normal and can help keep you focused in the moment. However, chronic stress can lead to depression, anxiety, and illness. In the workplace, this can cause distractions and lead to negative outcomes. A doctor who is not feeling his best can misdiagnose someone or prescribe the wrong medication. These things are not done on purpose; stress and mental health have taken too much of a toll, resulting in wavering concentration.
“The same can be said for business professionals. Executives tend to manage large accounts that may require money transfers or trades. When mental health is taking away focus, the person may make a bad deal or trade, costing the company money and time. This can also hurt the person’s reputation, making it more difficult to continue in the career field,” the blog reads.
There are key components to maintaining mental health in high-pressure careers. Stress management is a large part, which includes creating a schedule or task list to prioritize importance and set deadlines. Stress may be high during this time, but having a detailed list of when projects need to be done can help reduce the time worrying about when they can be completed.
Another way to manage stress is to delegate. Many high-pressure careers such as executives, lawyers, doctors, and more have assistants and other staff to help with projects. This spreads the workload between others, allowing the necessary time to complete other projects and tasks. If the person is unable to delegate, consider hiring someone else to help or train an employee in what the areas where help is needed. This can reduce stress and help with time management.
Practicing mental wellness techniques also can help manage pressure. Mental wellness is crucial for both at work and at home. Stressful situations happen, and taking a minute to reset can make a difference in mental wellness. Losing a patient, legal case, or partner account is devastating – the work put in to do everything right, and then, failures happen. Taking a minute to get some fresh air, listen to music, or write in a journal can help to cope with stress. Many employers understand the need for a mental health break and are willing to accommodate these needs.
“Preventing career-related mental health concerns starts with proper stress management. As we mentioned above, talking to your employer when the workload becomes too much or delegating can help manage stress. Taking some time for yourself when needed also keeps mental health in check. Planning your day and tasks can keep your stress levels low as you accomplish each project.
“Stress management is not just for while you are at work. Separating your work and home life will help keep stress to normal levels. Even if your career requires you to work from home, have a space dedicated to just work that is separate from the rest of the home. This keeps work stress in the work environment instead of bringing it into your living space.
“Practicing healthy habits also improves mental health. Physical activity releases chemicals in the brain that create enjoyment. If you don’t have time for exercise when you are at home, try going for a walk or run during your breaks at work. This will improve mental health as well as physical health,” the article continues.
Tranquil Shores is a leading provider of substance use and mental health treatment. They offer a peaceful environment that promotes healing and wellness. With a low client-to-therapist ratio (3:1), they ensure every client receives the care they deserve.
To learn more about Tranquil Shores, call 727-391-7001 or visit their website.
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For more information about Tranquil Shores, contact the company here:
Tranquil Shores
Stacey Regan
727-391-7001
s.regan@tranquilshores.org
Tranquil Shores
4300 Duhme Rd
Madeira Beach, FL 33708
