How to be happier at work.

Found this interesting article. I think it will be very helpful especially on Monday. =)

1. Check for eyestrain by putting your hand to your forehead in a salute. If your eyes feel relieved, your work space is too bright.
I think this is really very useful.

2. Sit up straight with your shoulder down — every time I adjust my sitting position, I instantly feel more energetic and cheerier.
I tried this and it works =)

3. Get a phone headset. I resisted for a long time, because it looks so preposterous, but it’s really much more comfortable. Also, it lets me pace while I talk on the phone, which also looks preposterous, but is energizing.
Never try this.. Probably I should make better use of my bluetooth headset.

4. Don’t keep candy on your desk. Studies show that people are much more likely to snack when a treat is within easy reach, and a handful of M&Ms each day could mean a weight gain of five pounds by year’s end.
I got a drawer full of food... Haha

5. Never say “yes” on the phone; instead, say, “I’ll get back to you.” When you’re actually speaking to someone, the desire to be accommodating is very strong, and can lead you to say “yes” without enough consideration. Along the same lines…
I think this is great advice.

6. When deciding whether to say “yes,” imagine that you’re accepting a job that you’ll have to do next week. Don’t agree to something just because it seems so far off that it doesn’t seem onerous.
Think ahead is prudent

7. Don’t let yourself get too hungry, eat regularly.
This is important and I fully agree with it. This is why I got that drawer of food... haha

8. Take care of difficult calls, tasks, or emails as quickly as possible. Procrastinating makes them harder; getting them done gives a big boost of relieved energy.
I have to discipline myself in this. Procrastination happens to me regularly.

9. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, think hard about how you spend your time. Be honest. How much time do you spend surfing the internet, looking for things you’ve misplaced, or doing a task that’s really someone else’s job? Also…
This is so true. Sometimes time is spent on inappropriate stuffs.

10. Let yourself stay ignorant of things you don’t need to know.
Don't understand this... probably not to be busybody keke

11. Go outside at least once a day, and if possible, take a walk. The sunlight and activity is good for your focus, mood, and retention of information.
I usually treat myself a walk to buy my favourite drink during afternoon tea break.

12. Say “Good morning” to everyone. Social contact is cheering, and if you feel that you’re on good terms with all the people in your office, you’ll be happier each day. Also, it’s polite.
This is so not me... I think I will just stick a big smile on my face for a start.