Welcome to the Stress(ed) Guru ‘Play Resources Page. what’s it all about? Well, as I explain in my “Work, Rest & Play,’ Stress Management Strategy, there has to be room for fun. Laughter, playfulness, downright silliness and ‘not taking oneself or life too seriously,’ is a vital ingredient in effectively managing our stress.
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I love the Dibert cartoons, so what better way to combine fun, time management and ‘time out with a Dilbert quickie:
The power of ‘fun’ in stress management is often over-looked. So, in the spirit of this ‘Play’ Resource page, here’s a video I discovered which combines the power of fun with support and social interaction. Get thinking about how you can inject some fun into your day:
Check out my Blog on the subject of humour: Having a Riot – No laughing Matter for more insight into the power of humour.
Popping bubble wrap - pointless but fun?
So, how does it help with stress? There is a lot of research to support the benefits of laughter in terms of reducing stress levels and even more on the effects of an oppressive or even bullying workplace environment on performance and morale.
So the answer is, where appropriate, inject some fun into your working day and take regular time out to ‘Play.’
Why not now? Have a go at my Bubble Wrap Popping Game. Take the Challenge and see if you can top the table. Remember – it’s fun – don’t get stressed out by the bubble wrap!
Check out my ‘Let’s Talk About Stress,’ Parody Song for a light hearted look at stress:
Contact me to discuss your stress training needs and watch this space for more resources, coming soon….
