Blue Monday is approaching and although the date has sparked controversy in recent years, we felt it was an opportunity to open up the conversation around mental health, in general and pertaining to the tech sector. 周一18th 蓝色星期一, otherwise known as ‘the most depressing day of the year’ due to an unsavoury combination of gloomy weather, 圣诞节蓝调, post-festivity financial strain and now the added pressures that accompany a global pandemic. It can be daunting as pressure mounts on the lead up to the date so 我们编译了一些 tips and advice on how we can help one another 战胜忧郁 今年.
冒名顶替者综合症
The Oxford Dictionary defines the term as: ‘the persistent inability to believe that one’s success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved as a result of one’s own efforts or skills.’
冒名顶替综合症会产生影响 任何人, but due to stereotypes surrounding and role models within the tech sector, it is familiar to many working within the industry that perhaps don’t ‘fit’ the narrative, despite the industries in在这里nt progressive nature. Naturally, this can have a knock-on e这个效果 on mental health. The anxiety and self-doubt that comes with Imposter syndrome can prohibit individuals from reaching their full potential. 一旦被认可, coping strategies can be put in place such as a ‘win jar’ (or file) w在这里 you can store reviews or achievements that offer positive endorsement. It is important to remember that 不是每个人都能做你做的事. Whilst navigating the new norm over the past year, some of the prominent challenges have been a lack of structure and interaction. This, however, leaves room for exploring alternative communities. T在这里 is a massive support 网work both on and offline, 从活动到论坛, for like-minded individuals in all sectors! Check out some of the virtual events available 在这里.
Covid E这个效果
The coronavirus pandemic has infiltrated every aspect of our daily lives and for some the physical and mental impact has been severe. The pandemic has added new stressors, intensified pre-existing factors, 在很多情况下, 增加的差距. With the third UK lockdown in motion and most of the economy working remotely again, physical interaction is at a minimum which can feel incredibly isolating.
‘Worse mental health is linked with poorer social and economic circumstances. This includes living in poverty, having low-quality or low paid work, unemployment and poor housing.’
——英国公共卫生部
Here’s some tips to improve motivation and tackle negativity:
- 接触 —给朋友或同事发消息. Many are fighting battles and sometimes just a simple catch up can be a mood booster, especially when working remotely.
- 锻炼 – Gyms are closed but utilise your daily walk. Keeping active will improve your overall well-being and increase your vitamin D levels, which we’re all in short supply of at the moment!
- 目标 – We know that New Year’s resolutions and daily planners aren’t for everyone but writing a checklist with small tasks to complete throughout the day can help you feel more productive and accomplished.
- 休息一下 – It can be a struggle to switch off, especially when working from home, but make sure to allocate yourself breaks and stick to them! Whatever circumstance you’re in right now, don’t feel guilty about allowing yourself time to rest.
