But, if the thought of additional questions and advice makes you feel uncomfortable, you can send a formal letter to HR instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re experiencing a serious personal problem or shock, your HR department can make arrangements with your boss\/supervisor\/manager about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- giving you some extra time off<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- reducing your working hours for a time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
In either case, you\u2019ll need to track your time<\/a> to keep all your reduced work hours or time off accounted for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Some people feel more comfortable if they face their problems and tragedies head-on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some feel better if they go back to work as soon as possible, to take their minds off of personal worries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In any case, you\u2019ll need to set boundaries with friends and family who’ll want to check in with you at work more frequently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, explain it to your loved ones when you won\u2019t be able to answer the phone at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, tell them whether you think that phone calls from them would be beneficial for you (and your productivity), or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In any case, tell them about your current work assignments, and how much time and focus you\u2019ll need for them. Moreover, explain how they can reach you if there\u2019s an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tip #3 – Consider your company\u2019s benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Companies usually offer an array of employee benefits some employees aren\u2019t even aware of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, when you encounter a specific personal problem, ask whether your company offers childcare, counseling, or even legal services you could use to help you out in difficult times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your company offers the benefits you need, you\u2019ll be able to ease some of your emotional burdens and focus on your work with fewer worries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tip #4 – Be self-compassionate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Getting back to work at full speed after a major life crisis can be a serious challenge. So, don\u2019t forget to be patient with yourself if you\u2019re having trouble getting up to speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To make work more manageable, practice your time management skills<\/a> and divide your to-do list<\/a> into groups of 3 tasks. Each group will be a separate milestone you\u2019ll need to reach.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
After you reach each milestone, you can call your family to check up on them, or meditate for 15 minutes, to relax and recharge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a result, you\u2019ll likely feel more comfortable working – considering that you\u2019ll be pursuing your designated reward for the milestones you reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other hand, some people actually feel better<\/i> if they have something like a work assignment to help them take their mind off of personal issues.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, keeping focus at work may actually help you process and overcome your shock easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tip #5 – Take some time off<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sometimes, the best you can do for yourself and your work is to ease your personal crisis by taking a few days off to rest and reconcile your thoughts. <\/em>You can use this time off to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- spend time with your family<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- talk to your friends<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- reflect on your problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- try to get your personal life back on track<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll feel better if you do, and you’ll be able to carry out your tasks with more ease, focus, and dedication once you get back to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get started with Clockify<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wrapping up\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Personal crises are often difficult to overcome, especially if you continue working throughout them. But, you can make your obligations more manageable if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Consider sharing with colleagues<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Make arrangements with your family over calling you at work<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Make use of the right company benefits<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Be kind to yourself<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Take a couple of days off<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This way, you\u2019ll make the most of the current situation in relation to your work – and, maybe even feel better knowing you have an obligation you can focus on instead of your personal problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Interested in improving your focus under various conditions at work? Check out our other focus guides:<\/p>\n\u2192 How to stay focused at work \u2013 20 quick focus tips<\/a>
\u2192 How to stay focused when working on the computer<\/a>
\u2192 How to stay focused at work during the holidays<\/a>
\u2192 How to stay focused when approaching retirement<\/a>
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- Make arrangements with your family over calling you at work<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Consider sharing with colleagues<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- reducing your working hours for a time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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