{"id":37142,"date":"2015-12-02T21:02:53","date_gmt":"2015-12-03T05:02:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/?p=37142"},"modified":"2015-12-06T08:55:10","modified_gmt":"2015-12-06T16:55:10","slug":"6-ways-rekindle-passion-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/blog\/6-ways-rekindle-passion-work\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways To Rekindle Your Passion For Work"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Do you like what you do?<\/em><\/p>\n

Can you say right now that you\u2019re still passionate about your work?<\/em><\/p>\n

Those can be tough questions to ask yourself. Although it\u2019s natural that there are days when you don\u2019t want to get out of bed, for most people, it\u2019s a real struggle. Not only is their passion for work gone, the meaning behind what they do is now non-existent as well. This is a difficult place to be because 1) you start to compromise on your performance<\/em>, and 2) you could be spreading negativity at work<\/em>.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ll admit: it\u2019s also challenging for me to find happiness in my work<\/a> at times \u2013 but I\u2019ve learned to combat it. Now, I\u2019m sharing a few of what I did to keep my office life a good, fulfilling one (even if it\u2019s not always bright as sunshine).<\/p>\n

1. Don\u2019t Break Routine<\/strong><\/p>\n

Similar when you\u2019re going through difficult instances (like a breakup or huge loss), it\u2019s all too easy to break routine and do whatever you can to hide the pain. Some folks like to stay in bed all day, others skip their jobs and go clubbing all night. That\u2019s NOT going to make your problem go away. Continue going to work anyway. Finish tasks, beat deadlines, chat with your colleagues.<\/p>\n

Life has a way of showing us the answer when we least expect it.<\/strong><\/em> Who knows \u2013 you might find what you\u2019re looking for when you\u2019re fixing the copy machine.<\/p>\n

2. Don\u2019t Be Quick To Quit<\/strong><\/p>\n

Is your boss nagging you again on that assignment? Are you at your boiling point? Pause, breathe in, and slowly exhale. NEVER make rash decisions in the heat of the moment!<\/strong> <\/em>You\u2019ll end up doing things you\u2019ll regret later on. Instead, stop and think about it. Ask yourself: is responding to this worth my while? Will it improve my situation? Acknowledge that you\u2019re feeling bad right now \u2013 but that doesn\u2019t mean you have to act upon it.<\/p>\n

3. Get Up and Go<\/strong><\/p>\n

Office burnout is one of the top reasons people lose their love for their jobs. Often, all you could do is your best \u2013 and that should be enough. If you\u2019re already feeling the pinch, go out and take a stroll. Take a walk at a nearby park, run an errand, or grab a cup of coffee. I do this all the time, particularly when there\u2019s a big deadline coming up.<\/p>\n

Doing something physical could really clear your mind and even help give you new ideas.<\/strong><\/em> You don\u2019t need to eat during your lunch break (especially if you\u2019re not hungry). Release your endorphins with a brisk stroll and be amazed at how much better you feel.<\/p>\n

4. Find Something New<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gastroenterologist Frank D’Agostino has been working at Easton Hospital since 1959<\/a>. If there\u2019s one thing that keeps him passionate about his career for more than 57 years, he says it\u2019s finding new things all the time. Even if you\u2019re not in the medical industry, your job still carries a few surprises for you. For me, it\u2019s the joy of searching for new topics to write about. During my stressful career as a CSR, it was the different folks I talked to on the phone.<\/p>\n

I understand that it\u2019s not easy to search for happiness in a job you already lost interest in: but as long as you keep both eyes open, you\u2019ll see something new each day.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

5. Join in Office Conversations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t isolate yourself just because you have plans of jumping ship. Your colleagues have also played an important role in shaping who you are today.<\/strong><\/em> Even if you\u2019re not in close terms with all of them, there were a few who stuck by your side. I bet you could name at least one person who listened to your rants. If you\u2019re feeling de-motivated, your coworkers are one of the best people to hang out with. Listen to their laughter, join in, and tell your own stories. Why not invite them after work for cake and coffee?<\/em><\/p>\n

Remember: you\u2019re not alone. Let your office pals remind you why you stayed in the first place.<\/p>\n

6. Reflect Quietly<\/strong><\/p>\n

Okay, there might be times when things are so rough that even your colleagues\u2019 smiling faces aren\u2019t enough to cheer up your spirits. In this case, you need to appreciate quiet times for deep reflection<\/strong><\/em>. It could be before or after work. Find a silent spot, sit down, and reflect on your situation. Keep in mind that you\u2019d probably need to do this for several days or weeks (for me, it was months). It\u2019s vital that you\u2019re honest with yourself and be as objective as possible. But whatever you do, avoid blaming!<\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re still having trouble with finding your lost passion for work, you may need to take a break<\/a> for a while. Don\u2019t be afraid to talk to your boss and tell him the situation. Good managers will understand and would even help you get pass this hurdle. It\u2019s definitely difficult getting back those feelings of satisfaction and excitement towards what you do \u2013 but if this is really want you want, it\u2019s worth the fight.<\/p>\n

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\nCristina Antonio is the EIC of scoopfed.com and a writer of all things related to world news, movies, real estate, health, or social media. She\u2019s currently focused on helping healthcare workers find better career opportunities through Locum Tenens<\/a>. Cris also enjoys painting, collecting toys, reading German novels, and lurking the Web.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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