Resources – Cochlear Bone Anchored Solutions

Summary of the lecture with Björn Nordberg:

“Energy left AFTER work”

Working in medtech is meaningful – but also demanding.
During the lecture “Energy left AFTER work”, you gained insights and practical tools to better understand stress, why recovery is essential, and how to create more energy and resilience – even after a long and intense workday.

What is stress?

Stress isn’t something “wrong” – it’s the body’s built-in alert system. It kicks in to protect us and boost our performance when needed. Your heart beats faster, muscles charge up, and focus narrows.

The problem comes when this system stays on for too long or is triggered when it’s not needed. That’s when we burn more energy than we restore, which over time leads to fatigue, brain fog, irritability, low mood – and eventually, exhaustion.

The key isn’t to avoid stress – it’s to build in recovery.

Stress & recovery – getting body and brain back in balance

We function best when the body shifts naturally between the “fight or flight” system (sympathetic nervous system) and the “rest and digest” system (parasympathetic nervous system).

When that balance is lost – especially from too little recovery – the effects start showing:

• Trouble sleeping
• Poor concentration
• Increased pain sensitivity
• Weakened immune system
• Lower motivation and joy

Recovery isn’t about “doing nothing” – it’s about giving the brain and body what they need to reset.

Early warning signs to watch for

Stress shows up differently for different people. But some early signals are common:

• You have trouble falling asleep or sleep restlessly
• You feel drained, even after resting
• You withdraw from social activities
• You stop doing things you enjoy
• You become more irritable or impatient
• Your mind keeps spinning, even during downtime

Recognizing these signals early is key – the sooner you act, the easier it is to regain balance.

SMIRRS-B – your daily recovery toolkit

To make recovery concrete and doable, we introduced the SMIRRS-B model – seven building blocks that help you recharge day-to-day:

• Sleep – the foundation for mental and physical recovery
  Tip: Create a “soft landing” at night. Don’t go straight from high activity to bed – give your brain time to wind down first.
• Meals – the fuel your body needs to stay energized
  Tip: Aim for three main meals + supportive snacks. Regularity is more important than perfection.
• Nothing – moments when the brain gets to rest
  Tip: Give yourself micro-breaks without screens, noise, or pressure. Just be – even for one minute.
• Movement – supports the body to keep going
  Tip: Think “support” not “performance.” Short walks, light strength work or gentle yoga are enough.
• Fun – the things that make life easier to carry
  Tip: Protect small doses of joy – music, laughter, hobbies – even when time feels tight.
• Social support – managing on your own, together with others
  Tip: Quality over quantity. A safe connection with just one person can make a big difference.
• Break after work – the ability to switch off
  Tip: Build a wind-down routine on your way home – change clothes, listen to music, or jot down the day’s thoughts.

Recovery isn’t a luxury – it’s a necessity.
It allows you to keep showing up with care, presence and professionalism – both at work and at home.

📥 [Download the recovery toolkit SMIRR-B here]

Kom ihåg: Återhämtning är inte en lyx. Det är en förutsättning för att du ska kunna fortsätta ge omsorg, professionalism och närvaro – både på jobbet och hemma.

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