Whether you recognize the warning signs of potential burnout or are already past the breaking point, trying to push through exhaustion and continuing as you have been will only cause further emotional and physical damage. Now is the time to pause and change direction by learning how you can help yourself overcome burnout and feel healthy and positive again.
Connection
Invest in close relationships
Be more sociable with coworkers
Limit contact with negative people
Volunteer for a cause or community group that is meaningful to you.
Practice gratitude
Priorities
Learn to say "no" to requests on your time.
Take a daily break from technology
Be creative; art, hobby project
Make time for relaxation.
Get plenty of sleep
Work
Find value in what you do.
Maintain work/life balance.
Make friends at work.
Take time off.
Health
Make exercise a priority.
Eat a healthy diet - minimize sugar and refined carbs, reduce high intake of food that impact mood (caffeine, trans fats).
Eat more Omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, flaxseed, walnuts)
Avoid nicotine
Drink alcohol in moderation.
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