De-Stress for Success: The New Normal

Overview:

We are in a period of significant change in how we work, including working from home and the increased use of video conferencing technology for communication. Current research on our stress and mental health has highlighted how these stresses have affected our lives, including:

·       Lack of sleep

·       Decreasing motivation

·       Declining job performance

In this on-demand course, we examine current research to understand the impact of our "new normal" on our stress and mental health. We will then explore research-based tools that can help us de-stress for success.

Course Content:

In this course, you will gain knowledge about the following topics:

·       The impact of the new normal on our stressors

·       Checking in and talking about your stress and mental health

·       Mindfulness

·       Working from home – research-based tips

·       An interview about stress with a Professional Registered Counselor and CPA

Learning Objectives:

Upon completing this course, you should be able to:

·       Understanding the impact of our "new normal" caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on our stress levels and mental health

·       Understanding the importance of checking in and talking about stress

·       Applying mindfulness as a research-supported technique to help manage stress

·       Applying SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely) tips to create structure and routine in your home office to manage stress

·       Identify other key stress management tools in discussion with a Professional Registered Counselor and CPA

Who Will Benefit: 

The course will benefit individuals looking to apply research-based tools to help manage stress during challenging times.