You can be stressed and not even know it. Mental wellness is an active, ongoing process of achieving emotional balance, psychological resilience, and a satisfying, meaningful life.
It’s about enjoying life and our ability to cope with stress. Mental health is your emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
Samantha, a recently licensed real estate agent, had gone through narcissistic abuse her whole life, growing up in a toxic, chaotic household.
She was taught to always put others’ feelings, needs and wants above her own. Otherwise, she was labeled selfish. She didn’t know who she was. She struggled at work. She was constantly exhausted. When she accepted Jesus Christ in her life is when she really started to change for the better.
She had to unlearn years of bad habits and toxic communication patterns. When she started living according to the Bible, she gained peace. Her work got better. She started to focus on herself, despite all the negativity. Her anxiety and headaches went away. She finally was able to identify her gifts from God and her purpose. She had more energy to invest into herself. She found genuine fulfillment.
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – his good, pleasing and perfect will.” – Romans 12:2
Mental wellness is not always about being happy. It’s about how you manage your daily life (the good and bad) and make healthy choices. Up to 65% of real estate agents report feeling frequently stressed by their work. It’s no secret that real estate is a high-stress industry. However, it can also be very fulfilling and help people make their dreams come true.
Signs of Stress in Women
Women experience stress differently from men.
It’s important to be aware of how stress can manifest in your body and to take proactive measures to reduce it.
Here are some common signs:
- Anxiety
- Feeling overwhelmed
- Irritability
- Racing thoughts
- Difficulty concentrating
- Headaches and migraines
- Problems with sleep (insomnia, oversleeping)
- Stomach issues (stomach aches)
Consequences of Ignoring Stress
- Depression
- Burnout
- Hypertension
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Poor decision-making and memory
- Impaired self-esteem
- Increased risk of mental illness
- Strained relationships
- Poor work performance
Burnout is a state of severe physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion caused by long-term, unmanaged stress. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes it as an occupational phenomenon. Burnout is defined by three main signs:
Exhaustion: Feeling completely drained of physical and emotional energy.
Cynicism: Having an increased mental distance from your job or feeling negative and critical about your work.
Inefficacy: Feeling a sense of reduced professional productivity or accomplishment.
We’ve all felt pressure to perform. It’s how you handle it that matters.
Takeaway
Stress is known as a silent killer. Prioritize your mental health and wellness. Start by reading the Bible to help calm and renew your mind. Also, try to use business strategies that are good for mental wellness. Share this with a friend.
