We already know that your Wall Street Job is killing you, and between long days, sometimes non-existent weekends, and a diet of Shake Shack and Chinese take-out, it may seem like there's no way to stop it. We're here to tell you that there's hope. We talked to life coach Mariely Hernandez, and poked around the internet to find ways that increase your chances of survival.
15. Hunt for your meals. The convenience of delivery is so very tempting, but you need to walk. There's really no better excuse to get out of the office than going to get something to eat, either…
14. Be direct about what you're doing and what you want. Forget the frail. If you want something, ask for it. If you're on a team, make sure everyone know what they're doing so you don't get stuck doing all the work...
13. If the direct approach isn't possible, pick your battles. There are some things you just have to learn to live with, like the boss who always clicks his teeth when he looks at the Bloomberg terminal. Or that guy who always, always talks about his days at whatever college he went to... Save your energy for more important things...
12. To cope with stressful situations you have to deal with, try a breathing exercises. We got this from the life coach. Apparently, your breath regulates your whole body. People with borderline personality disorder undergo something called dialectical behavioral therapy. When they feel overwhelmed and want to act out, they're told to breathe deeply until they've calmed their body down and feel at peace. Try to be discreet while you're doing this….
Read more at http://www.businessinsider.com/ways-to-live-healthy-under-stressful-workplace-conditions-wall-street
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