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Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Jul 27, 2022

Stress recovery is the process of restoring symptoms of work stress back to pre-stressor levels. Experts refer to stress recovery as a skill, because knowing how and when to recover from stress requires both knowledge (what to do) and practice (actually doing it). During stressful times, we are less likely to make good decisions about food, sleep and exercise so it is important to understand what actually works for stress recovery. A recent article in the Harvard Business Journal looks at five steps that can assist in recovery: (1) detach psychologically from work; (2) take micro-breaks during the workday; (3) choose a recovery activity you enjoy; (4) prioritize high-effort activities; and (5) shape your environment for optimal recovery with exposure to daylight, fresh air and plants inside as well as taking lunch breaks and walking meetings outside. By following these strategies, we can create intentional recovery plans that will help sustain energy and performance over time.