Stress at work

[ChelleSwanley1985]

How do others handle stress at work? I work in an office and since ive been pregnant I've been unable to deal with stress. When I'm stressed out I lose all concentration. I mean I'm struggling to concentrate as it is and if someone pees me off I become idle as I can't string two thoughts together. Very frustrating when you have lots to get on with!

[evyg]

Don't stress it's not good for the baby!! Apply for short term disability, and let your doctor know you're too stressed. Take some weeks off! Heck, I'm doing it!

[keaanddan03]

What type of office work do you do? I also used to never take lunches. But now I force myself. It makes a huge difference!

[RippedonScotch]

going for  a walk just to drop something off for someone helps too.  

[ChelleSwanley1985]

Thanks ladies! I can leave at lunch but often don't. Maybe I will make a point of it. I try to think positive but some people are so frustrating and miserable. But I suppose this time next year it will be about baby not work so should let it go!

[katie_1989]

I work in an office too for a 911 center. Although im not answering emergency calls i still hear first hand what is going on. Sometimes they anger me but most of the time i feel like i could burst into tears. I take frequent bathroom breaks to just breathe and get away from people. I drink warm tea and always have water and a snack with me if i need a little distraction. Can you leave at lunch? I leave everything behind when i walk out the door every afternoon.

[keaanddan03]

I also work in an office and it is very stressful!!! It is demanding. I listen to meditation music on Pandora and that helps. I also walk on my lunch breaks. Yesterday I was having heart palpitations so I had to take a few breaks and just breath. I also say positive affirmations before I go in. I also say things like in a year will this issue matter? If not I make myself let it go. I hope this helps!!!