People crave stability, certainty, and balance in their lives. When that is taken away, it can fuel anxiety, frustration, even anger—all emotional states that spike our stress levels. When we experience prolonged periods of heightened stress, it takes a significant toll on our ability to function mentally, emotionally, and physically.
And, in the midst of the Coronavirus crisis, we are experiencing change and uncertainty in an unprecedented way.
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Federal Agencies Prepare to Return to the Office
As the weather gets warmer and the number of people getting vaccinated increases, a return to normalcy seems to be on the horizon. While this means a return to in-person gatherings and events for vaccinated individuals, it also marks a return to the office. While some employees may be eager to get back to “normal,” others may be feeling apprehensive and concerned about their safety and the safety of their families when they return to the office.
Leading Through Change and Uncertainty
People crave stability, certainty, and balance in their lives. When that is taken away, it can fuel anxiety, frustration, even anger—all emotional states that spike our stress levels. When we experience prolonged periods of heightened stress, it takes a significant toll on our ability to function mentally, emotionally, and physically.
And, in the midst of the Coronavirus crisis, we are experiencing change and uncertainty in an unprecedented way.
Living with Uncertainty
Managing a job, home, and family can be a challenge. But when life gets turned upside down, it’s not uncommon for everyday frustrations to become serious points of friction. When we deal with one issue after another, our ability to tolerate frustration diminishes, and the likelihood that we experience miscommunication and conflict increases. During this time, as we face uncertainty about the future, we must hold onto the few constants that we do have.