任务型阅读Ways to Cheer Up a Colleague(同事)
The difference between success and failure is a great team. What should you do if your colleague is stressing about a deadline, going through a breakup? Try these simple ways to cheer them up in any situation and turn any frown(皱眉) upside down:
Ask open-ended questions and be a good listener.
If your colleague can't share their feelings freely, that makes a situation more complicated. In this case, asking open-ended questions is the way to enable the flow of ideas— you don't really need to talk a lot, just show your interest and listen carefully.
Share a walk
Besides numerous health benefits, walking also is a great stress-relieving and meditative activity. Also, consider going to the cinema or theatre, hanging out in the club or eating out in the park, drinking coffee at the cafe or going shopping—make sure that you choose the activity they enjoy and act.
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A simple hug and a friendly smile can break the ice and make another feel much better. Hugging is especially helpful when you don't have the right words. Moreover, a recent research shows that hugging causes the release of oxytocin (催产素), a chemical known as a natural stress reliever.
Motivate them with powerful positive team quotes.
Wise bosses often begin or end a huddle by sharing a working together quotes they know that it's a very effective way to cheer up their workers. So, just do the same thing:⑤
A. Give them a hug.
B. Share an influential quote to inspire your upset colleague.
C What would you like me to do for you to tackle problems?
D. Make sure that your colleague is ready to accept your help.
E. Sometimes it's enough just to speak out to feel a huge relief.
F. How can you help deal with others' bad mood, problems, and bad luck?
G. So, don't miss this opportunity to cheer up your colleague by sharing a relaxing walk.