Simple Strategy to Remain Happy

re: Simple Strategy to Remain Happy

OhioWineMaker — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 16:32:42 GMT

There is a form of discrimmantion called "hostile workplace enviroment" that can be commited by anyone,and it can be stopped if you follow the right procedures that can end in a lawsuit if needed. See this site:www.fcc.gov/.../understanding-harassment.html

re: Simple Strategy to Remain Happy

stop the bullies — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:30:52 GMT

One exception: If you are being psychologically abused at work you may not be able to get away from it. Workplace Bullying is targeting an employee for expulsion or mistreatment. Initially you blame yourself and work harder to please the bully. You take time off to relax/regain your composure but that doesn‘t work. EFT doesn‘t affect the problem and you must return to the problem next time you go to work.

By the time you realize what this is you are psychologically injured. Social scientists have shown that the resulting PTSD (trauma) is greater than that of war veterans, 9-11 rescuers, and is on par only with rape victims. 15% of all successful suicides are attributed to workplace bullying. It can be in the form of verbal abuse, humiliation, intimidation, sabotage of work, falsified performance information, witholding information, or the destruction of your workplace relationships. Usually it‘s a combination.

Your colleages are also roped into helping the bully to keep their jobs sweet. With a whole office seemingly against you, you return to blaming yourself and struggling to "fix yourself" when you really can‘t. The bully‘s behavior escalates and may include borderline criminal behavior. The worst hit are people who can‘t easily quit and go somewhere else. This form of abuse is particularly nasty as it affects all areas of life and is very stigmatizing.

Dr. Mercola, this issue strongly affects whistleblowers in government and health care. we are hoping you take this up as a separate issue and publish some information for the Targets on your mailing lists. A recent Zogby poll shows that almost half of us have experienced or witnessed workplace bullying. It is against any employer‘s legitimate business interests. However, many employers (particularly in government) do not recognize it and take actions to further injure the Target. You can contact us at stopthebullies@comcast.net. thanks for your time.

re: Simple Strategy to Remain Happy

Blackberry Blossom Farmer — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 11:59:18 GMT

Cathieg,

What a beautiful ending to your tragic news and the voice of experience is compounded by your sweet positive attitude. I rejoice with you in your new life and your willingness to share it! Congratulations and best wishes as your life goes on! :)

re: Simple Strategy to Remain Happy

cathieg — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 10:19:51 GMT

I just want to comment on doing the things you love because life is too short. 10 years ago I was quite a bit like Wellness mum, being there for others and not for myself. This is partly the reason why I got cancer, non hodgkins lymphoma to be precise.This could have been the worst time of my life but it turned out quite the opposite. I learnt to say no to many things and people who were literally draining my energy..I thought people would hate me for it, but no, most of them are still in my life. I treated my cancer with juicing and some alternative therapies and within a year I was clear of it..I learnt so much about myself in that year, in particular how to have the courage to say no and the courage to make changes in your life. Please, do not wait as long as I did, embrace your life and who you are. Live your life with JOY!!!!and rememberTHE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE!!!!!!!Love and bisous to all!!!Cathie

re: Taking on More Than You Can Handle: The Dangers of Overload

WellnessMom — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 19:35:34 GMT

The price I paid for long-term overload...chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia Since mid 2001.

Always striving to be the best I could be on my job, making no mistakes, helping co-workers over and over again who refused to take notes, job responsibilities that 3 people should have been doing...all for an insufficient income and little to no recognition. I am sure that most hard working people can relate to that.

But, it finally broke me down and I have not been able to work outside the home since. I ignored the warning signs. I would not wish this on anyone...don't ignore the warning signs... take better care of yourself, take breaks, do things that will relieve the stress, like laughing alot and spending more time with family and friends.

Chronic Stress will take your life away if you don't do something about it!

re: Taking on More Than You Can Handle: The Dangers of Overload

BobbyLee — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:22:05 GMT

Once again, the example of Tim Russert
comes to mind. He was truly burning the
candle at both ends from all reports.

Balance in life's activities is a must to live well.

Papa Lee