Workplace Dynamics
What is it called when people work well together and support each other in a team?
Teamwork
This skill involves managing your emotions while also understanding others’ emotions to build better relationships.
Emotional Intelligence
This short, intentional pause in your day (even 5 minutes) helps reduce stress and refresh your mind.
Mindful break
Taking a few minutes to do this activity outside your screen helps to clear your mind and improves focus
Walking
What’s something you should do regularly when working from home to avoid burnout?
Take breaks
This type of communication includes eye contact, tone of voice, and body language.
Non-verbal communication
What word describes the ability to stay calm when something frustrating happens at work?
Patience
What’s one thing you can do at your desk to feel calmer, it doesn’t require standing up and only takes a minute?
Take deep breaths
Drinking this at work keeps you hydrated and supports brain function.
Water
What’s a common mental health issue faced by remote workers?
Isolation / Loneliness
When someone listens carefully, doesn’t interrupt, and shows they understand the speaker, they are using what type of listening?
Active listening
When you recognize how someone else feels and respond with care, what do you show?
Empathy
What kind of background sound (like ocean waves or rain) can help people stay calm and focused while working?
White noise
When overwhelmed, this method of organizing your tasks by priority can help reduce stress.
Prioritizing/to-do list
What’s one way to create separation between work and rest when working from home?
Create a dedicated workspace
What do you call feedback that helps someone improve by being honest, specific, and respectful?
Constructive feedback
When you stay calm and think clearly during a stressful situation instead of reacting impulsively, you are using what skill?
Emotional Regulation
This two-word phrase describes the healthy mental space created when you say “no” to extra work outside your capacity.
Personal boundaries
This mindset means accepting challenges as opportunities to grow instead of threats.
Growth mindset
Turning off notifications after hours helps maintain what?
Work-life balance
When someone adjusts their tone, approach, or behavior depending on who they’re speaking to, what soft skill are they using
Social awareness
The ability to handle criticism without getting defensive is an example of what emotional skill?
Emotional Resilience
This feeling of being part of a team or workplace community protects your mental health and reduces burnout risk.
Social support
This simple mental habit involves focusing on positive things you’re grateful for.
Practicing gratitude
What’s a virtual habit that helps teams feel emotionally connected?
Checking in