Work ethics and being happy professionally. contents conceived from a mail received.

2. We all get the Monday blues from time to time, but
luckily there are ways to take action against them.
If you’re going through a rough patch or are lacking
job satisfaction, check out these ways to have a
happier work day.

3. If your day often leaves you feeling stressed and overwhelmed, it is
time to calm things down by getting more organized. Firstly, make
sure you arrive a few minutes early for work to give you time to
organize your tasks for the day and get mentally prepared.
Secondly, organize your space by clearing away any clutter and
streamlining your workspace (this includes clearing your desk and
deleting old emails). Finally, make a list of everything that you need
to do that day in order of priority. If you can, try taking care of
the more difficult things first to take a weight off your mind.

4. While many of us are required to wear a uniform or adhere to
a dress code for work, if you do have more freedom to dress
as you wish, try opting for clothes or accessories that boost
your mood. Whether you opt for a piece of jeweler that
reminds you of a special memory, a colorful bag to brighten
up your day, that confidence- boosting outfit, or even your
favourite underwear beneath it all, adding something special
to your worn-in work attire can really brighten your day.

5. They say variety is the spice of life, and this is never truer than
when it comes to your working day. Following the same routine day
in, day out can quickly cause boredom and dissatisfaction to set in,
so try making every day a little different in any way you can. Try
doing routine tasks in a different order, talking to someone new or
taking a different route to work (perhaps even using a different
mode of transport, such as cycling, if you can). If you really can’t
shake up your work day itself, instead try organizing something fun
and different to do on your lunch break every so often.

6. Research has shown that workers who have input into the
design of their workspace are up to 40 per cent happier than
those who do not. While you may not have the authority (or
inclination) to decorate or rearrange your whole office or
work place, try brightening up your individual area by
purchasing some nice stationery, putting up a photo, funny
calendar or small piece of artwork, or getting a nice plant for
your desk.

7. If your working day is getting you down, try giving yourself an
instant happiness boost by squeezing some exercise into your lunch
break. Exercise is good for boosting self-esteem and letting off
stress, and it also releases chemicals in the brain such as endorphins
and anandamide which can boost your mood and leave you feeling
great. If you have shower facilities at work you could go for a
lunchtime run. Alternatively, a brisk walk around the shops will get
your heart rate up without working up a sweat.

8. Got a tough day ahead? Then make sure you pack some
healthy snacks to keep your spirits up. Certain nutrients in
food can affect how we feel, so try stocking up on well-known
happiness-inducing foods such as walnuts (for Omega-3 fatty
acids), bananas (for serotonin-producing tryptophan and
relaxing magnesium) and wholegrain (for mood-boosting B
vitamins). Also, stick to low-GI foods for slow-release
energy, as low blood sugar levels can lead to depression and
fatigue.

9. Regardless of how you feel, try to adopt a positive and
friendly attitude when talking to colleagues – yes, even the
ones who get on your nerves! Try to resolve any conflicts,
avoid office gossip, and treat everyone as you would like to
be treated, and you may find that you get the same in
return. Furthermore, research shows that the act of smiling
can actually make you feel happier, so try to paste on a smile
however you really feel – it may just boost your mood.

10. If you know that your job isn’t the one for you but are stuck
with it for now, try to make the best of what you’ve got. The
job may not be permanent, but going to it every day with no
sense of purpose (other than to get through to the end of the
day) will quickly get you down. Try to identify a sense of
purpose or positive of doing the job, whether it is noting that
the position is getting you nearer to your dream job, helping
others in some way, or giving you an opportunity to build on
certain skills.