Finding a job in your chosen career path can be the dream opportunity, however, some days at work will be better than others.

It is natural that the stress within your personal and professional life can decrease morale during working hours.

While many can overcome it, some people may find that their unhappiness may lead themselves wanting to look for a new role.

Here are some tips for staying happy at work.

Keep Personal Problems Personal

When you’re preoccupied with personal issues, it is difficult to concentrate or be happy at work.

It is fine to make sure that you have your children covered in the event of an emergency, but consider that nobody’s personal life is ever going to be completely problem-free.

Just as you need to let go of work to enjoy your time at home, it’s important to leave personal worries at home so you can focus and be productive at work.

Create an Office Nest

As you are at your job for at least eight hours a day, you should make your space your own.

Decorate your area as much as your company policy permits, and make yourself as comfortable and relaxed as you can be in your office.

Develop a Support System at Work

Developing a group of colleagues who share similar interests can take a lot of pressure off you at work.

By voicing your feelings to those who understand, it can help minimise stress.

Eat Healthy & Stay Hydrated

It may not sound like a big deal but your diet can have a massive effect.

Shirly Weiss, Holistic Health and Nutritional Counsellor, said:

“Maintaining a good diet and keeping yourself properly hydrated throughout your workday can really make a big difference in your energy level and attitude.

“And if you can manage to maintain a diet of whole foods, as opposed to refined foods such as sugar and bread, then you’ll really be ahead of the game.”

Stay Organised

In order to handle your workload, it is best that you create a manageable schedule.

Stacy Raden, a founding partner of The Balance Team, said:

“A sense of empowerment stems from accomplishment.”

“When you feel overwhelmed, it tends to intensify dissatisfaction. By being proactive and taking control, employees can feel a sense of satisfaction, enhanced confidence and motivation.”

Move Around

Working in an office can be a very inactive job so it is important to your overall happiness to take a few minutes during your workday to get up and move around.

Don’t Try to Change Coworkers

You cannot change anyone, you can only change the way you react to them.

Do not let other people’s actions affect you. Figure out a way to resolve any issues and avert uncomfortable situations.

Give Yourself Rewards

Identify a reward outside of your job, and indulge yourself.

Whether it be dinner with friends, a movie, exercise or a manicure, treat yourself every once in a while.

Just as stress from home can interfere with work, the positive aspects of your life can influence mood at work as well.

Take a Deep Breath

Just by taking a breather can improve happiness at work.

One yoga practise is the breath of joy which is where a long breath is inhaled and then exhaled with laughter.

Stand with your feet together and your arms at your sides. Inhale deeply, then exhale laughter and bend forward. Try to do this movement 10 times.

Focus on Positives

Look at the things you like no matter how simple they are.

You create your own mindset. If you prioritise the positives, you will make your job more enjoyable. Worrying about the negatives may cause you to become overwhelmed.