Burnout is Real, so what do we do about it?
As part of my intent to make content more useful to others and hopefully provide emotional insight- I’ve been intentional about posting on my social media pages information about Rest. I’ll drop the graphics here (in case you’re not connected there), but I want to talk about this as it prompted a significant response from the readers.
I’ll drop the quiz here for you to take so you TOO can learn if you need to make some adjustments to your emotional tank!
So, how did you do?
For real though, burnout is a condition that is characterized by emotional exhaustion, decreased self-esteem, and is more prevalent than we even know. It can lead to feelings of disconnection and interpersonal or relationship difficulties because we are too “busy” to enjoy the company of those we are around because we are so stressed.
Who’s most at risk for burnout? Evidence shows that healthcare workers, law enforcement, military, and educators are most at risk. I’m adding ministry as an additional category strictly on anecdotal experience.
One study of 18,000 participants in over 125 countries supports that burnout is widespread and not a biased problem. So, what do we do? It’s pretty simple actually!
- Manage or reduce sources of stress
- Catch it! Check it! Change it!
- Manage Thoughts
- This is where my site EQwithLou is helpful and resourceful as you work to “manage your emotions, or they will manage you”.
- Planning and Prevention
- Acting with organization allows you to lower your stress so you can effectively respond instead of reacting.
- Relaxation Techniques
- As a prescriber I often find myself explaining to patients that their medications will only go so far. It’s important- no, it’s VITAL to have skills to use first. Start with a simple 7 seconds twice a day.
Other resources for AUGUST ACCESS: Rest4Clarity
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