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In the last decade, talking about mental health has become normalized, especially in the workplace and career-related activities.
When you are in a good state of mind mentally, it helps you have a better outlook on life and how you navigate situations. It is important to understand the career and employment topics that can affect your mental health.
When you are focused on a job search, you will experience various emotions. Having the right tools to combat mental health challenges that can arise will help you healthily deal with them and redirect your focus back to yourself and the goal at hand.
We recommend these 5 tips for ensuring your well-being is top priority during the job hunt.
This could be the amount of time you spend searching per day, or the system you use to organize your job search. A routine will take the guesswork out of your job search and alleviate potential stress.
Did you know a short stretch can ease tension in your body? Remember to take breaks if you tend to sit at the computer for hours.
It is important to be present so take a few minutes to meditate at the beginning of the day.
Make sure you talk to your support circle, and do not make the job search your only focus. Just like you need work/life balance with a job, you also need the same with a job search.
It can take many interviews to get to the perfect role. The average job posting can see over 100 applicants so patience is key and knowing if one role does not work out, there are many other opportunities for you.
The right job is out there for you, and a job search may feel like a job in itself but with proper balance and being self-aware and mindful, it will not feel as daunting. Self-awareness is key and being kind and patient with yourself is crucial.
Check out these mental health resources we have curated that offer free and low cost support systems:
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