World has evolved with various technology, competitive nature of business, dropping profit margins and pool of manpower organization expectation has increased which result in overwhelming stress and burnouts. Employee need to prioritize the work , fix limit and boundaries for working hour so can have balance personal life,embrace digitizations to avoid rework or managing multiple workbook, always ensure workload is evenly distributed and if not speak up. Stress management need to tackled top down and management should step in for well been initiative and conduct internal as well external survey and come up with some reforms for e.g. flexible schedule. Final quote summarize everything “ Company will get your replacement but your family

Managing stress during busy times involves prioritizing tasks, practicing mindfulness, engaging in physical activity, and building social support. Techniques like deep breathing and gratitude practices regulate emotions, while healthy boundaries, adequate sleep, and good nutrition provide stability. Consistently applying mindfulness, exercising, and seeking support are game-changers. Remember to be kind to yourself—accept you’re human, not alone in stress, and honest with your feelings. Compassion and self-kindness foster acceptance, bringing balance and ease.

I suffered burnout last year, so this year, I take time out for me. I am a complementary therapist, and my job can be quite demanding. I could work 7 days a week, there are a lot of people out there needing to destressed. I decided to work a shorter day on a Tuesday and I am off every Wednesday. I have learned to say no, and not feel guilty about it. I book in for a treatment every month and I try and walk to work most days, which I feel clears the mind.

Breathe. It sounds simple, but when we're stressed, we breathe shallow. Sit for a minute, roll your shoulders up, back and down, take a slow deep breath. Do this a few times during the day

Prioritize self-care by setting boundaries, practicing mindfulness, and scheduling regular breaks to recharge. Focus on what matters most, delegate tasks, and maintain a healthy work-life balance to stay grounded.

Managing stress by focusing on what truly matters to you is a great approach. If you value health, make time for exercise and self-care. If connection is important, prioritize time with friends and family. You can then organize your tasks by importance to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Make sure you get enough sleep, as rest is crucial for handling stress. By combining these strategies with your value-based approach, you can manage stress more effectively during busy times.

As a Shiatsu-Therapists and having been close to a burnout myself during Menopause when facing serious sleeping disorders I found it very helpful to put both hands on my lower abdomen or even pressing certain acupoints below the navel when I was lying awake at night. This helps to strengthen the Hara (Japanese for belly) and this leads to good grounding and being centered. After having done that before falling asleep and every time I was waking up during the night, I felt that the next day I managed to stay centered even in difficult situations when I normally would get stressed, lost my focus, my inner tranquility or even my temper. I can warmly recommend this technique and regular Shiatsu to anyone who is often exposed to stress.

It’s true that changes can be overwhelming, but they also help us grow both professionally and personally, and knowing how to adapt is essential. In addition to the ones mentioned, I would add one more strategy: finding hobbies outside of the professional atmosphere that bring us joy, like socializing with friends, exercising, or learning a new language. These activities really help me disconnect and maintain balance.