The person in front of you in the drive-thru appears to be ordering everything on the menu; as a project deadline approaches, your computer chooses to perform a lengthy software update; to top it all, the copier is jammed. These circumstances can make one feel anxious, agitated, angry, and exasperated.

In a message sent Monday to UWindsor faculty and staff, Human Resources shares tips to help you strengthen your patience skills:

• Practise mindfulness. Be in the present moment, without judging.
• Actively build tolerance. Start by teaching yourself to wait.
• Be a good listener. Listen carefully and patiently to what others are saying.
• Take a break by shifting focus. Step away from the situation.
• Reflect on the circumstances. Take a deep breath and let the impatience go on the exhale.

Read the entire Wellness Tip of the Week.