Since last Tuesday I've been having a bad week with work and other things. I'm not going to go into long drawn out details but just wondering how do the rest of y'all deal with bad stretches? I'm particularly interested in those in professional fields since I work in a professional field and am having some problems with pushy and unclear clients.
Warm up before you stretch. It relaxes the muscles. Cool down with exercises, as well. Bad stretches HAPPEN. You need water.
Don't let it get to you... life is too short to be pissed off or stressed out over meaningless things, and to me anything work related is meaningless to an extent (ie. losing your job).
Just take it one day at a time. Try to make the most out of your day by trying your best so that when you go home, you can say to yourself that you did everything you could....also comfort food helps.
The other week, I was in a bad strech and while in my office, just let loose and dropped an F bomb like I never have before. Felt good.
sishir -- sorry you're having a bad week. yes, i definitely have bad weeks. i had a bad weekend, outside of the astros!
My honest answer is to have sex alot, and if no partner is available then I masturbate quite frequently. Of course this is also my answer on what to do when you're bored, alone, tired, excited, happy.... you get the idea
If you know a good massage therapist, go get an hour and a half massage. Tell him/her that you just want to relax. It'll help a lot.
I'm sorry you're having a rough time, and I hope things get better soon. In terms of work... make sure to set and enforce your boundaries. Don't let anyone mess with you. If you give them an inch, they'll just want more and walk all over you. Sometimes it's too late if a situation has already advanced past a certain point, but the whole boundaries thing is a lesson I had to learn the hard way. You deserve respect and make sure you get it. As for things to de-stress: -Work out. Listen to some energetic or angry music and hit a racquetball or punching bag. Include a few choice comments about exactly what you think. -If you're the type to do this, act silly or crazy with the appropriate friends. Regress a little. -If you're into artistic expression (painting, music making, etc.) that can really help, especially if you choose something that reflects your situation. I don't think it helps to bottle things up inside. Work through them and come out the other side instead. Before dealing with the tough stuff, psych yourself up with some good music and motivational talk. (or, if you're really desperate, just start a weblog and put it all in there )
I agree 100% with Isabel...In general, I've had a so-so week, but you'll find out with time you need to have a thick skin and not let things bother you at work...or at least not show your disappointment to your clients/co-workers as you always have to perform at 110% when your not on the BBS...
Sishir - I don't know if you are still in the Midwest or if it's your style, but if you are, take advantage of your surroundings. Head out for a quiet day at a state park, hop in a boat and watch the sun rise/set. The weather up there is perfect now. Whenever I'm back up north I have a spot in the middle of nowhere that I head off to. The fishing might not always be great, but the beer is cold and I always come away with a clearer mind. I hope things get better for you.
I usually deal with bad days/weeks by hitting up my favorite mexican restaurant for several strong margaritas. Probably not the best course of therapy, but it seems to do the trick. I also think the massage idea is something worth looking into. It's amazing how much better you'll feel after even just a 30 minute massage.
