Here's how you can unwind and recharge as a journalist.

To unwind and recharge as a journalist, consider incorporating these practices into your routine: - Daily Technology Breaks: Disconnect from work-related devices for designated periods each day. - Mindful Activities: Engage in activities like meditation, reading, or hobbies that promote relaxation. - Physical Exercise: Incorporate regular exercise to relieve stress and improve overall well-being.

Desconectar para reconectar. Esse é meu lema e desafio diário. Recentemente tinha um péssimo hábito de ler notícias e checar meus emails não só ao longo do dia mas - pasmem - antes de dormir também. Era terrível porque meu sono ía embora e a ansiedade vinha com tudo. Desde que passei a desligar o telefone antes de ir para a cama, ou seja, passei a me desconectar, minha qualidade de vida melhorou sensivelmente!

Incorporating physical activity into your routine can greatly benefit journalists: - Stress Relief: Exercise releases endorphins, reducing stress levels and promoting mental well-being. - Mood Enhancement: Regular physical activity boosts mood and increases energy levels. - Improved Focus: Clearing your mind through activities like jogging or yoga can enhance concentration and productivity in journalism.

One thing I have found helpful is exercise. Even a simple 30 min walk will give a lot of clarity of thought. Yoga and meditation are also activities which will give relieve stress.

Tenho tentado terminar o dia de trabalho com uma atividade física que me faça suar. Me dá a sensação de que estou tirando todo meu stress por meio do suor. Não sei se estou, mas garanto que tem ajudado bastante!

Mindfulness and meditation can significantly benefit journalists: - Stress Reduction: Practising mindfulness reduces stress levels, helping journalists stay calm under pressure. - Improved Focus: Regular meditation enhances concentration and mental clarity, crucial for handling complex news stories. - Enhanced Well-being: Even brief sessions of deep breathing or guided meditation can contribute to overall well-being, promoting resilience in the face of challenging assignments.

Engaging in creative hobbies outside of journalism can be rejuvenating: - Diversified Perspective: Pursuing hobbies like painting, music, or cooking offers a break from journalistic pressures, fostering a broader outlook. - Recharged Energy: Creative activities provide a sense of accomplishment and joy, revitalising journalists and enhancing their enthusiasm for work. - Balanced Well-being: Separating professional identity from personal interests promotes work-life balance, essential for sustained creativity and resilience in journalism.

Connecting with loved ones is crucial for journalists: - Emotional Support: Regular interactions with friends and family offer comfort and perspective amid journalistic pressures. - Stress Relief: Shared laughter and relaxation provide a vital break from deadlines and challenges in the field. - Balance and Perspective: Strong social connections help journalists stay grounded and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Spending time in nature offers profound benefits for journalists: - Mental Refreshment: Nature provides a peaceful escape from the digital world and the constant demands of journalism. - Stress Reduction: Immersing oneself in natural surroundings promotes relaxation and reduces stress levels. - Creativity Boost: Being outdoors can inspire fresh perspectives and ideas, enhancing journalistic creativity.

Como passo o dia todo ligada, em reuniões e em lugares barulhentos, tento me desconectar olhando o sol se pôr num lugar tranquilo, silencioso. É uam excelente maneira de recarregar!

Observe and commit to an annual 'digital detox'. I've been doing this for the last 13 years, where I take 7-12 days of annual leave and go away on holiday. Upon reaching my destination, my phone is switched off and goes to the bottom of my suitcase (my laptop doesn't even make it to the holiday). It takes a while to adjust to being unplugged but it the best thing you can do for yourself to relax and recharge. The news cycle never stops, so as a journalist, you need to know when to tap out and give yourself that break.

In my career and life as a journalist, I have always put myself on the roads, meeting people and observing communities, to keep the "why" of journalism alive. It always works, reinvogerates. I have also challenged my own assumptions, questioned formats and used the "moonshot" equivalents to tell, share stories. The intersection of joy, livelihood and purpose is an endless inspiration.

Let go. There's too much pressure in the news industry to feel fine. Things are not okay, and journalists know that better than anyone. It's okay not to be okay. Focus on what's triggering your emotions. You're not a robot. Embrace these emotions to work through them.