2014-Feb. Canadisn Immigrant- Set for Success

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p22 Job serch strategies- Depressed at work?

What you can do; Here are 10 ways to combat negative feelings

1. communication is extremely important. Talk to your family about your feelings and ask them how they feel. Avoid being judgmental of them or yourself.

2. Ensure you eat well and healthy.

3. Limit the consumption of caffeine and alcohol, as they can increase depressive symptoms.

4. Exercise regularly and walk outside no matter the weather; lck of fresh air and sun makes depression even worse.

5. List the good things you and your family are experiencing in Canada and post it somewhere visible. Add something new each week.

6. Create a plan: having a clear and realistic goal with tasks and deadlines helps you to keep focused and energized. If necessary, have a plan B in case plan A doesn't work as expected.

7. do not lose contact wkth your family and friends back home. Keep connected through social media, and share pictures and stories.

8. Keep your language and culture alive at home. Your children will learn English fast at school, but at home you can share your mother language and traditions that are important for all of you.

9. Keep away from negative people. Two frustrated immigrants can really feed off each other, lnly increasing their negativity.

10. Join a club, a course or a community group, or volunteer. force yourself to go out and meet diverse people.