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MENTAL ENERGY

Mental stress is that little nag in the back of your mind that pushes you to
meet deadlines and prepare for meetings; however, if stress is not kept in
check, the negative effect on your mental energy could greatly inhibit
your ability to perform well at work. The trick is to effectively manage the
stress in your life.

Here are a few tips to help you manage your stress and recharge your
mental energy, so you are able to get more done in your Home business:

 You do not have to be productive every single day. Delegate your
responsibilities to keep things simple.

 Set limits for yourself and do not be afraid to say, "No". Helping to
set up an work at home conference at the town hall is one thing; do
not be talked into planning the entire event when you need the
time to work on your own business.

 Write everything down. It has been proven that keeping a journal
can drastically improve your everyday life. Be simply getting your
stressful feelings out on paper, you are freeing major areas of your
brain to focus on more important things.

 Develop a positive attitude by including humor in your life.
Subscribe to "joke of the day" emails or hang a funny picture on
your office wall. The simple things that make you laugh at life will
keep you motivated when the road gets rocky.

 Connect with others and do not be afraid to ask for help when you
need it. Do not waste time trying to figure out the new software
you just put in when someone more qualified can get the job done
faster. There is no shame is asking for advice or assistance.
 Take regular breaks. Allow your mind and body time to rejuvenate,
especially when working on difficult or drawn-out tasks.

 When you are working on tasks that require an excessive amount of
concentration, lower your risk of interruption by staying clear of
email messages and telephone calls. Designate times during the
day that are set aside for responding to email and voice mail
messages.

 Each evening before you leave your work, determine what your
most challenging task for the next day will be, then when you come
to work the following day make that task your main priority.

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