Spurn The Burn!
We all want to be optimally productive at work and at home.
We would all like to be more organised, efficient and effective.
We would all like do less but achieve more.
 Sometimes however, no matter how many hours you work, or how many techniques and systems you put in place, you may already have lost the battle - without even realising you were fighting a war!
Certain psychological conditions, because of their very essence, can decrease efficiency and productivity.
One of these conditions is Burnout.
Because I do a lot of work within the corporate environment, I am constantly meeting employees and executives who are suffering from Burnout without even knowing it. They have absolutely no idea that this is the reason they feel and behave the way they do.
Perhaps you too are on the way to Burnout, or already suffering from it, without realising it? (Take the test)
What is Burnout?
Burnout is a syndrome of physical and emotional exhaustion - usually as a result of too much work, or frequent frustration at work. Burnout appears to be a major factor in physical illness, increased alcohol and drug use, marital and family conflict and various psychological problems.
Do I have Burnout?
If you are experiencing the following, then you may have burnout...
- Decreased job performance
- Increased overtime and no holiday leave
- Skipping rest and food breaks
- Social withdrawal
- Self-medicating
- Increased physical complaints
- Emotional changes
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Burnout develops progressively over a number of stages and, by the time you have many of the symptoms, you can be sure that the Burnout has been developing for some time.
Are you developing Burnout without even knowing it? Take the Burnout Test and find out! (It will only take you a few minutes).
Can I prevent Burnout?
You don't have to suffer from Burnout - there are things you can do to prevent it. If you are not able to make these changes on your own, you may need the help of a psychologist, or other similar professional.
- Learn some relaxation exercises.
- Learn to meditate. Remember prayer is a form of meditation.
- Learn to be assertive.
- Learn to breathe properly – this has an instantly beneficial and relaxing effect on our body.
- Learn to delegate.
- Learn the principles of good sleep hygiene, so that you regularly get a good night's sleep.
- Learn time management skills./li>
- Learn stress management techniques.
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