One of the most debated terms in the corporate dictionary and which was extended to other areas of life in 2022 was the quiet quitting. He took over social media like TikTok, Instagram and LinkedIn, where it is discussed much more openly. The name defines people who are silently giving up their activities, be it a job or a relationship by doing the bare minimum. A new trend puts everything to the test!
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As much as this attitude seems to be good at first, in the long run it can have a very negative effect on mental health and make you more dissatisfied with things. People who are frustrated at work believe that silently giving up – where you basically disconnect and do the bare minimum – might be the only answer to fix everything.
According to a new method that is also gaining ground in the corporate dictionary, it isn't!
Many people are looking for a new trend: the
quiet thriving. This concept shows how you can also try to “thrive silently”, which involves taking specific actions and making mental changes that help you feel more engaged in your everyday life.While we can choose to “just survive” and practice quiet quitting, this will not be the best for your mental health over time. Humans are naturally curious and built to thrive. Even as we claim we are happy doing the bare minimum until something better comes along, deep down we feel this lack of purpose.
In order to be successful in the work environment, it is necessary to make a mental change that makes us look at the career from another angle. In addition, even physical change can also help shape reality as we want it, so that we have a certain spirit to work again.
In an article published in The Washington Post, psychotherapist Lesley Alderman mentions three practical actions to start introducing the quiet thriving and thrive at work.
Insert fun breaks
According to a study published in the Journal of Labor Economics, doing a pleasurable activity for even ten minutes can help you be more productive afterwards. The psychotherapist recommends having a sketch pad on your desk and doodling, listening to energizing music or, if you're at home, playing with your dog.
It's important to schedule breaks into your calendar and blend them into your day-to-day.
Cultivate a best friend at work
A survey conducted by the company Gallup says that employees who have a co-worker work around are significantly more likely to innovate, feel more engaged and have fun at work. That's why it's important to start conversations with colleagues.
Find one thing to love or like
Lesley Alderman claims that our brains are designed to focus on the negative, on what's going wrong, rather than what's going right. Therefore, it is essential to focus on what you like about your work. The psychotherapist's recommendation is to write down the positive points, review and update the list daily.