A Checklist For Retrenchment Readiness

Your health may not be the first thing you think about after being retrenched, but looking after yourself will give you a better chance of coping. Scientists emphasize the importance of seven to eight hours of good quality sleep each night for good health, and if you’re feeling stressed or worried, your sleep could be affected, leading to ill health. Dr Matthew Walker, a leading sleep researcher, suggests writing down the things you are worried about before you go to sleep, helping you to put away your worries for the night.