Stress is that tense feeling we know too well. Being stressed means being drained emotionally, physically, and mentally. It refers to the feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with mental or emotional pressure. We are usually stressed when we think that a situation is slipping through our hands. Stress usually takes the form of a sick feeling in the pit of your stomach or makes your heart beat faster than normal and puts strain on your blood pressure. Stress is what makes you snap at a partner or child for no just cause.

Work-related stress is the leading cause of stress among adults. Many people are constantly under pressure at work to impress bosses, meet deadlines, outdo their colleagues, reach targets, etc. Some are even stressed to the point of dreading going to work. Others still are so stressed that work is the only thing they have time for.

Causes of work-related stress

• Being overworked: Are you handling a job meant for two people? No wonder you are stressed out.
• Job insecurity: Many people do not have secure jobs, they are constantly under threat of losing their jobs. This alone puts a strain on one's mental state.
• Bullying and harassment: Sadly some individuals are bullied and harassed at their workplace.
• Demanding bosses: Some chief executives do not know where to draw the line, they constantly put their staff under pressure by demanding more input and productivity even when an employee has gotten to his limit.
• Rigid work hours: Why insist on an employee working 8-4 when 9-5 is more convenient for him?
• Changes in an organization: This could also put a strain on employees. Inexperience/lack of training and support, toxic workplaces, increasing job hazards, micromanaging, extreme work conditions, unclear priorities etc can create stress in the workplace.

Effects /Results of work stress.

1.  Short /reduced attention span.
2. Argument /hostility amongst colleagues.
3. Reduced input and productivity.
4. Tensed work environment as a result of elevated stress levels.
5. Exhaustion, anxiety and depression.
6. Pessimistic attitude and low motivation.
7. Impatience.

How to reduce stress at work.

1. Delegate duties/responsibilities- the division of labour exists for a reason.
2. Be organized. Make use of a personal calendar to arrange your schedule weeks ahead.
3. Use a to-do list to keep you on track daily
4. Make the best use of technology at work.
5. Take short breaks every few hours.
6. Make a schedule and stick to it.
7. Start with the most important task /more urgent tasks before moving on to the others.
8. Reduce distractions.
9. Take deep breaths when you feel yourself getting tensed.
10. Avoid office gossip and conflicts.

As a boss, you can make the work environment less stressful for your staff by:

• Restructuring the workplace, making necessary adjustments to aid a stress-free work environment.
• Review the deadlines you set for your employees, are they realistic?
• Create a friendly atmosphere for work.
• Make work hours flexible.
• Make sure an employee is capable before handing out certain duties.

Stress puts the nervous system on alert and releases hormones that sharpen the senses, increase pulse and tense up muscles. This is a natural response over which we have no control. It is important to take steps to reduce workplace stress as experiencing continuous stress results in fatigue, wearing out the immune and biological system.

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