'No matter how much you love your job (and especially if you don’t) burnout can happen when the effects of cumulative stress become harmful to your well-being.'
No matter how much you love your job burnout can happen when the effects of cumulative stress become harmful to your well-being. If you’re burned out, you probably feel chronically exhausted, and your mood can be affected in serious ways. While burnout isn’t seen as a medical condition per se, the World Health Organization recently classified burnout syndrome as an “occupational phenomenon” that can pose major risks to your physical and mental health.
While anyone can feel stressed, tired, overwhelmed, or anxious from time to time, Curtis says that how you manage your stress is crucial. "The question is, do you feel like your stress is manageable, and that you can positively change your situation.
If you’re concerned about the effects of burnout on you or people you care about, know that self-care is a major mitigating factor. That said, using self-care as a way to lessen stress, while not adding to performance pressure, is key, Curtis says. Having friendships and community in the workplace, a manageable workload, and work-life balance are also important, Cheung told NPR.
Mental health support is critical if you’re feeling burned out, so reach out. A qualified therapist can rule out other mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, and help you create a game plan for more effective stress management. No matter what the causes of your workplace distress might be, help is available. And if your employer or
, working with a counselor can help you identify those issues, and potentially draw up a management strategy.
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