Many people feel stressed because of work. Stress from work can come from long hours, difficult tasks, or pressure from a boss. This kind of stress can make you feel tired, nervous, or even sick. It is important to learn how to manage stress to stay healthy. Some ways to reduce work stress are taking short breaks, talking to a friend, going for a walk, or doing something relaxing after work.
Examples:
I feel stressed when I have too many meetings.
She works late every day and feels tired.
He worries about finishing his work on time.
GRAMMAR
We use the present simple to describe things that happen often at work. We also use modals like can and should to give advice.
Examples (Present Simple):
I work from 9 to 6 every day.
He feels stressed in the office.
Examples (Modals):
You should take a break.
You can talk to your manager.
VOCABULARY
Stress – Feeling worried or tense
Break – A short time to rest
Task – A job or activity you must do
Deadline – The time something must be finished
Office – A place where people work
Manager – The person who gives instructions at work
Relax – To become calm and rest
Tired – Feeling like you need to rest or sleep
Pressure – Strong demands or expectations
Balance – A healthy mix of work and rest
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
I have too much to do.
Work is very stressful.
I need a break.
Let’s talk after work.
This project is hard.
I can’t stop thinking about work.
You should relax this weekend.
Try not to worry.
SENTENCES
Positive:
I take short breaks during the day.
She talks to her coworkers when she feels stressed.
He finds time to relax after work.
Negative:
I don’t enjoy working late.
He doesn’t have time to rest.
We don’t ignore our stress.
Questions:
Do you feel stressed at work?
What do you do to relax?
Should I talk to my boss?
Answers:
Yes, I get a lot of stress from work.
I go for a walk after work.
Yes, talking to your boss is a good idea.
CONVERSATION
Carlos: Hi Jenny. You look tired. Is everything okay?
Jenny: I’m very stressed. I have too much work.
Carlos: I understand. I get a lot of stress from work too.
Jenny: I work late every night. I have no time to rest.
Carlos: Maybe you should take short breaks. It helps me.
Jenny: That’s a good idea. What else do you do?
Carlos: I go for a walk after work and listen to music.
Jenny: I’ll try that. Thanks, Carlos.
Carlos: No problem. You’re not alone.
LONG READING
Laura is a teacher. She loves her job, but she gets a lot of stress from work. She wakes up early and works until late. Sometimes she brings work home. Laura starts to feel tired and worried. One day, her friend tells her to try something new. Now, Laura takes a 10-minute walk every afternoon. She also listens to music and does yoga on the weekend. These small changes help her feel better. Laura still works hard, but now she feels more relaxed.
Questions and Answers:
What is Laura’s job?
She is a teacher.
Why does Laura feel stressed?
She works long hours and takes work home.
What helps Laura feel better?
She takes walks, listens to music, and does yoga.
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