Vocational Health: Workin' 9 to 5
Why is Your Vocational Health Important?
Songstress Dolly Parton had it right “Workin' 9 to 5, what a way to make a livin'. Barely gettin' by, it's all takin' and no givin'. They just use your mind and they never give you credit. It's enough to drive you crazy if you let it”.
Vocational health can be defined as having a career that aligns with your skills and values and gives you a sense of fulfillment. This can include working in a place that supports your goals & ambitions, provides job satisfaction, and offers a feeling of purpose. Careers that foster well-being allow you to develop effective job-related skills while also offering a sense of balance. It is estimated that on average, we will spend one-third or 33% of our live at work. This is why it is critical that you prioritize your vocational health because it makes up a big part of life!
Another reason to be mindful of vocational health is work-related stress. Whether it is long hours, a heavy workload, job insecurity, or conflicts with co-workers, work-related stress can be a health and safety issue. From the examples just listed, you can see how vocational health is tied to the other facets of wellness (e.g. job insecurity leading to feelings of worry and anxiety = emotional health). Locked Into Wellness LLC is available to provide you with self-help tips and strategies to improve your vocational health, book today!
Vocational Health Resources:
VaVa Virtual Assistants - Helping clients redefine what business as usual looks like by developing a customized solution that delegates daily, back-end tasks so you can focus on building your business without the unnecessary busyness.
Brand Soigne, LLC - A luxury marketing and branding agency designed to help female entrepreneurs develop marketing and branding strategies.
