09/16/2026
You might not know this, but I am a quality assurance contractor at a software company on the side. When I'm not making sure the software is functioning as it was designed and troubleshooting customer reported technical issues, I'm practicing what I preach. It is so easy to pick up the stress from everyone around you in the workplace, especially when you work somewhere where every new deadline or problem feels like a fire.
I'm here to remind you that IT IS NOT. Obviously there are high-stakes roles out there that put human lives on the line. But if you are working at the majority of places were no one is going to die if you miss a deadline (the pressure might feel like it), then this is for you.
https://youtu.be/lflANwe7pU4
Take a 10-min break in the middle of your day to do this. Your teammates will be impressed with how well you carry yourself afterwards.
Here's to remembering that workplace stress doesn't need to be suffocating,
Camy | Shaman Lady Lighthouse
For my stressed out workers who sit at a desk all day. Here's a 10-...