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Tipping The Scales

29th August 2009

Ulcerative Colitis• Inflammation occurs on the lining of the large intestine or colon.

• Tiny open sores or 'ulcers' form on the surface of the lining and these may bleed.

• Inflammation in the colon reduces its ability to reabsorb fluid from the faeces which causes diarrhea.

• Inflammation in the rectum can lead to a sense of urgency to have a bowel movement.

www.crohnsandcolitis.com.au

Work-Life Balance• Over the past twenty-five years, there has been a substantial increase in work which is felt to be due, in part, by information technology and by an intense, competitive work environment.

• Long-term loyalty and a "sense of corporate community" have been eroded by a performance culture that expects more and more from their employees yet offers little security in return.

• Between 59% of workers feel that stress is affecting their interpersonal and sexual relationships.

Wikipedia

“To get ahead, a 70 hour work week is the new standard. What little time is left is often divvied up among relationships, kids, and sleep.”

1. You get sick with:• High blood pressure• Cardiovascular disease• Breast cancer• Stomach ulcers• IBD• Skins outbreaks – hives, acne• A common cold

2. The cost to the country:• Work place stress costs the Aussie economy $14. 81 Billion per year• Stress related presenteeism and absenteeism cost employers $10.11 Billion per year

3. Your relationships

Why can’t we get it?

Because:A.We don’t know howB.We don’t want to let people downC.We don’t have the inherent self-discipline

I find myself spending more and more time on work-

related projects.

True or False?

I often feel I don't have any time for myself or for my

family and friends.

True or False?

No matter what I do, it seems that often

every minute of every day is always scheduled for

something.

True or False?

Sometimes I feel as though I've lost sight of

who I am and why I chose this job/career.

True or False?

I can't remember the last time I was able to find the time to take a

day off to do something fun, something just for

me.

True or False?

I feel stressed out most of the time.

True or False?

I can't even remember the last time I used all my allotted holiday and

personal days.

True or False?

It sometimes feels as though I never even

have a chance to catch my breath before I

have to move on to the next project/crisis.

True or False?

I can't remember the last time I read - and

finished - a book that I was reading purely for

pleasure.

True or False?

I wish I had more time for some outside

interests and hobbies, but I simply don't.

True or False?

I often feel exhausted - even early in the week.

True or False?

I can't remember the last time I went to the

movies or visited a museum or attended some other cultural

event.

True or False?

I do what I do because so many people

(children, partners, parents) depend on me

for support.

True or False?

I've missed many of my family's important events because of work-related time

pressures and responsibilities.

True or False?

I almost always bring work home with me.

True or False?

JT’s Top 7 TipsTo Tipping the Scales

in Your Favour

JT’s Top 7 Tips To Tipping the Scales

in Your Favour1.Exercise – at least 3 times a week for 30 minutes2.Date night – one a week3.Use a diary – set times for emails, calls, meetings4.Set realistic expectations – calls and emails5.“You” Time – books, movies, walks6.Walk don’t run – plan your life7.Sharpen your sword – spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, physically.

Justin TamsettB.Ed (Phys & Health Education)

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