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21 Jul 2024 02:14 PM
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From posts to this forum during August 2021, I've collected and attempted to distil the  suggestions as to what works to maintain or improve occupational wellbeing, and added a few of my own. 

Occupational wellbeing involves participation in activities that bring meaning and purpose, including employment, volunteer work, and other meaningful activities, including those connected to social roles. It is a crucial aspect of overall wellbeing, impacting self-definition, life structure, self-efficacy, relationships, and potentially financial stability. People thrive when what occupies them gives them purpose, the autonomy or elbow-room to perform their roles (including access to resources and training), and opportunities to attain mastery.

Career alignment and personal fulfillment

  1. Engage in fulfilling activities that align with your values and passions: "Participate in volunteer work, hobbies, or projects that fit your values, bring personal satisfaction, and allow you to contribute your talents and knowledge."
  2. Explore opportunities and pursue fitting roles: "Think about where you are in your life and pursue activities or roles that fit well within that framework. Review opportunities that align with your interests and skills."
  3. Consider benefits and support options: "If receiving benefits, explore opportunities that allow you to stay engaged without losing your support."
  4. Seek career counseling: "Engage in career counseling to explore your interests and skills, and to receive guidance on potential career paths or opportunities."

Work relationships

  1. Communicate openly and build supportive relationships: "Maintain an open line of communication with those around you to ensure mutual understanding and responsiveness. By your actions, maintain supportive relationships within your community or network."
  2. Seek feedback and support: "Regularly seek feedback and support from friends, family, and community members to improve your activities and personal growth."
  3. Expect autonomy and resources: "If you have an employer or sponsor, expect from them the autonomy to carry out your job or occupation, including access to required resources and training."

Balance

  1. Schedule leisure time and maintain balance: "Make sure to schedule time for relaxation and activities you enjoy, such as spending time with friends, taking nature walks, or getting massages. Establish clear boundaries between different aspects of your life to ensure you have adequate time to recharge. Prioritize balance by ensuring you have enough time for family, friends, hobbies, and relaxation."
  2. Volunteer work: "Consider volunteering in the community as a way to spend time meaningfully and maintain a balanced life."
  3. Manage workload and activities: "Use tracking tools to manage your activities and ask for help if it becomes overwhelming."
  4. Practice stress management: "Incorporate stress management techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, or yoga into your routine to maintain a healthy balance."
  5. Take breaks: "Ensure you take regular breaks during your activities to rest and recharge, improving overall productivity and wellbeing."

Accomplishment

  1. Acknowledge achievements: "Pat yourself on the back for your accomplishments and take pride in what you do."
  2. Pursue continuous learning and focus on strengths: "Engage in continuous learning and personal development to keep your skills updated and stay motivated. Look for and expect opportunities to attain mastery. Don't spend time trying to turn weaknesses into strengths; have some compensatory techniques to get you by, and stick with those."
  3. Look for mentoring opportunities: "Seek out mentoring opportunities, including reverse mentoring where an older person is mentored by a younger person, to gain insights into different perspectives, such as youth culture."
  4. Set personal goals: "Set short-term and long-term personal goals to give yourself direction and purpose."

Environment

  1. Enhance your environment: "Create a comfortable and inspiring environment to boost your motivation and overall wellbeing."

Next will be financial wellbeing.

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