They call it "work" for a reason, right? In fact, some days it seems that the clocks in the whole office stop. How can we overcome this depression and make time fly by? With the right routine at work and at home, you can make sure that every second flows favorably.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Establish a Routine to Pass Time
Step 1. Have a healthy breakfast
Sometimes it is not the work that is terrible or frighteningly slow, but it is our head that does not support us as much as possible. To start the day with enough energy to guarantee vitality every second that passes, start with a healthy breakfast. Forget about croissants and donuts that lead to a glycemic crash before noon and go for protein-rich foods, such as eggs, lean meat, and wholemeal bread. The morning will go by much faster if you don't struggle.
Also try not to take too much caffeine. A cup of coffee in the morning is fine, but three in the day could upset you when you arrive in the evening. If you don't sleep at night, your working day will be long and tiring
Step 2. Make your workplace ergonomic
If from 9:00 to 17:00 you are sitting in front of the office computer enduring various physical pains, time will never pass. The more comfortable you are, the better you will feel: you will perform more and be less likely to ask your boss to come home to recover physically. When the body is happy, the mind also exults.
While it would be a good idea to have an ergonomic desk and chair, this solution can be too expensive. Try to stay straight when you sit down and adjust the computer to the right height of your arms and wrists. With this little habit you will have won half the battle
Step 3. Be sociable
If time does not pass, there is probably a reason: you have no colleagues to distract yourself with. Human beings are by nature a social animal, so exchanging a few witty jokes with those around us can make the clock spin faster, improve your mood and give the right boost to make the day at work go faster. dynamic. Could your boss ever object to this observation?
Not convinced it's worth it? Recent studies have shown that by finding friends in the workplace, you can live longer. The truth is, those who are happier and more relaxed (and colleagues have a huge influence on this aspect) enjoy better health. So, if you don't want to laugh at Sandro's jokes just to be friendly, at least do it for your health
Step 4. Follow some rituals at work
Considering work as an activity to be followed with blinders is a recipe that leads to disaster. You risk wearing yourself out in no time (and a day may seem like a year). We all need to wait for something during the day, if only to break the monotony. This could be a simple cup of tea at 3pm or a walk around the building at 11am.
Use some techniques to eliminate stress. They are not only useful for physical health, but also for mental health: they lift your spirits, you relax, time flies and you will feel less impatient at work. Just establish a positive routine, without gossiping about colleagues or throwing yourself on foods rich in sugar
Step 5. Take care of yourself outside of work
You know those people who throw themselves headlong into work all day? Probably in the professional field they have established and follow a positive routine that is the reflection of a life choice. To give your best at work, you have to give your best at home too. This involves eating healthy, exercising, relaxing and getting enough sleep. If you don't take care of yourself, it will be all too clear why you consider it "work".
In fact, a recent study has established an interesting relationship in the workplace between lack of night rest and feeling drunk. Can you imagine how slow seconds would pass if you were to work drunk for 8 hours?
Part 2 of 3: Working Smart to Pass Time
Step 1. Focus on the service you are providing
While it may seem a little obvious, the way we view time and work has a direct bearing on our mindset. If you make these kinds of remarks: "This is the 35,098,509th sandwich I had to make today," it won't take long before you get sick of your job. Every second will feel like an eternity. So imagine, "This is the 35,098,509th person I made a meal for today." Much better, right?
While it will take attention and focus on your part, think about the good you do and the effort you put into it. Be proud of your work. Even if your responsibilities won't be bigger or smaller than others, realize that your job is important and affects other people. If you adopt a more positive attitude, the clock will likely be on your side
Step 2. Set goals
It is a curiosity, but there is a reason why the Anglo-American expression "go postal" ("go crazy") exists. In the 1980s, a series of murders were carried out by employees of the US postal service. One of the reasons was that the monotony of post office work drove the employees crazy. Why this anecdote? Everyone needs to have goals and commit to something. If you are making your own yet another sandwich or delivering your yet another letter, you will most likely feel as if you are fidgeting so much without getting anything done. It is not your boss who has to give you goals, but you have to set them. What is the goal of the day?
If it's easier for you, think about one goal per day. When you understand how it works, set one a week. This attitude will push you to accomplish many things. And the more you finish and you are intent and distracted, the faster time will pass
Step 3. Ask your boss to assign you tasks that you find most enjoyable
It is very likely that you will have a series of tasks to complete of which some will be interesting, another a little more boring, yet another even terrifying. Do yourself a favor by asking your boss for permission to focus on the more enjoyable tasks. Time passes with a lot less effort when you appreciate what you do.
It is also good for your boss. A happier employee, who enjoys doing what is assigned to him, completes more tasks and is also likely to stay in the company for a long time
Step 4. Take breaks
You may think that breaks slow down your workday, but it's the other way around: taking a break can increase your ability to concentrate and encourage you to be more productive. If your boss is bothering you, show him the science data. People are said to be at their best when they take a 5 to 10 minute break every hour. The brain needs these moments to recharge, why not take it?
If you are sitting most of the time, try to get up and move around during breaks. Go to the bathroom, walk around to the drinks machine or just do some stretching. In this way, you will activate the blood circulation in the body and also in the brain
Step 5. Think about your assignments with the body in mind
At the beginning of each day, make a list of what you need to do. Write down the difficult and easy tasks. Once done, think about your body. When are you most energetic and when would you like to take a nap? Try to do the heavier tasks when you have more energy and the simpler ones when you can't wait to go home. With this method, time will be on your side.
This method works differently for everyone. Some people need 4 hours to wake up, while others start euphoric and gradually lose energy throughout the day. Only you know when you can give your best
Part 3 of 3: Keeping Busy
Step 1. Listen to the music
If you can, listen to some music while you work to distract yourself and make the time go by faster. This will also help you activate other areas of the brain. Just choose songs suited to the mood: if they are too slow, they risk being soporific.
Each person has their favorite musical genre. Try listening to some Internet radio. You may find that the most inspiring songs at work are different from your favorite songs in your free time
Step 2. Download as much as you can at lunchtime
If you can, get out of the office. Take a short walk or take the car to go buy something to eat and have lunch out instead of at work. You could also invite a few colleagues to join you. Socializing in these moments can help you get your energy back for the rest of the afternoon.
- To make the most of this time, avoid going to the bathroom or doing things that you might set aside for before or after lunch.
- Try going somewhere new every now and then and invite colleagues. This way you will always have something new to expect as you work.
Step 3. Organize your workspace
A chaotic zone corresponds to a chaotic mind. Mental disorder involves slower and poorer decision making. Find five minutes to organize your desk or space. By putting it in order, you will not only kill some time, but you will also be able to breathe easier.
When the day goes by lazily, you need to keep yourself busy. If you don't have to rearrange the space you work in, consider organizing the space you share with colleagues. How could the boss object?
Step 4. Plan your evening or weekend
When you get home from work, it's all too easy to throw yourself on the couch for hours in front of the TV and put it on autopilot. In theory, it's also good for you, but then when housework piles up, it seems like the previous night's relaxation never existed. And it looks even worse when housekeeping takes up the entire weekend. When you have downtime at work, make a plan. If your boss asks you something, tell them that you work on time management.
By doing so, you will not only keep yourself busy, but you will have something that will motivate you. And then, when that time comes, it will be time well spent. You will recharge and work will not seem so unpleasant, as you will have a nice weekend waiting for you
Step 5. Propose (or invent) something that breaks the monotony of the day
When you have a slow work day with no meaningful assignments, you may just need a new job to take care of. The fact that it's new will make your time go by much faster. Ask your boss if you can go get everyone's lunch or, for example, if you can clean the microwave - a task everyone knows, but nobody bothered to do.
If you are particularly strong-willed, start a project that you don't need to complete immediately. That way, when the deadline approaches, that day will go by much faster. Use the present to take care of your future: it will be an advantage on all fronts
Step 6. Don't feel guilty if you take a few minutes to yourself
A variety of scientific research claims that interruptions are good for employees and their performance. In fact, a two-minute break can increase productivity by 11%. It can literally lead you to meet deadlines and deadlines. So, don't feel guilty if you take a second to browse Facebook, check your email, or send a message or tweet. Over time you will be more motivated to work.
