There is a high probability that at some point you or your loved ones have burned out at work, become depressed, exhausted, and found it very difficult to pick yourself up. According to a new study conducted at the University of Chicago, this happens to one in two people.
Appointment 'burnout' he originally coined American psychologist Herbert Freudenberger. He described with it the consequences of serious stress and high ideals in professions such as nurses and doctors who sacrifice themselves for others. Today, we have simply accepted it and the result is that there are already "victims" of burnout in all professions.
Burnout is a serious thing, and he has it serious consequences. With more and more information about symptoms of burnout it is easier to prevent negative consequences and stay healthy and productive.
The three most common symptoms of burnout are:
- A feeling of emotional exhaustion and mental instability. Nausea. Insomnia and 'eternal' colds.
- Feeling alienated from colleagues and bosses, feeling unappreciated, feeling ostracized.
- The feeling that we are not doing our best.
If any of this sounds familiar, it might be time to stop and consider how this came to be. Then try these techniques to help overcome the symptoms of burnout.
- Focused breathing helps to overcome or reduce stress.
- Take more breaks at work. It is recommended that you work for 20 minutes and then take a 5 minute break.
- Change your workspace and use an ergonomic chair, a desk you stand next to, or bring a plant.
- Find a mentor or someone you can talk to openly about work.
- Choose a hobby outside of work that will help you relax and not think about work. If you want to do something for your health, then try some sport or exercise like yoga or boxing.
More information:
ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
