8 Ways To Maintain Mental Health To Keep Warnas In The Workplace

Maintain mental health at work. (Freepic)

JAKARTA - High job demands, pressure from superiors, to the dynamics of complex teams often disturb the mental health of workers.

Not infrequently, the stress and mental fatigue in the office become a time bomb that undermines one's productivity and happiness without realizing it.

According to Annisa Axelta, M.Psi., a psychologist from Eka Hospital Bekasi, mental health in the workplace is an important aspect that is often overlooked.

"Many people are used to ignoring their own body and emotions. In fact, maintainingappropriation in the office is not only important for yourself, but also for social relations and sustainable work performance," he explained.

The first step to maintain mental health is to recognize the source of pressure. Does it come from unrealistic workloads, poor communication between teams, or even an uncomfortable work physical environment. By knowing the trigger, we can develop a more precise handling strategy.

"Try to record moments when you feel the most depressed. From there, patterns and solutions can be developed. For example, resetting priorities or talking to superiors," said Annisa.

Too often receiving additional tasks can backfire. It's not about not wanting to help, but it's important to know the limits of your abilities.

"If you feel you are getting overwhelmed, there is nothing wrong with rejecting additional tasks with communicative language. Learning says 'no' is precisely a sign you care about long-term performance," he added.

A balance between personal and professional life is the main key. Make sure you make time for yourself, a hobby, family, and adequate rest. Even simple activities such as walking after working hours can help relieve stress.

Talk about the workload or psychological problems you face on trusted co-workers, HRD superiors or teams. A healthy work environment is a place where communication is not only a matter of duty, but also emotional support.

"There's nothing wrong with telling colleagues that we can't do our best to do our job. Maybe it takes 30 minutes to pause, then after that we can continue," said Anissa.

Colleagues can be a place to share fun and calming stories. Don't hesitate to find friends to discuss at the office, or vent to the closest people if the burden starts to heavy.

Regular exercise and maintaining a diet also have a big impact on the mentality. Physical activity releases endorphins that can increase mood, while nutritious food helps brain function and emotional stability.

Meditation, yoga, and breathing exercises are scientifically proven to be able to reduce stress levels. You can start small things, such as taking a deep breath when you feel panicked or taking a five-minute break to calm yourself down.

If the mental burden is difficult to overcome alone, there is no need to be ashamed or afraid to consult a psychologist or psychiatrist.

"Looking for professional assistance is not a sign of weakness. In fact, it is a bold step to recover and come back strong," said Annisa.