When you work for long hours almost every day, it's impossible not to feel exhausted. Eat, sleep, repeat has become everyone's routine in this fast-paced world and no one has the time to care for themselves anymore. Which is why it's unsurprising that WHO listed burnout as a widespread occupational phenomenon that affects people's health status. When you're always exhausted, feeling mentally distant from your job, and unproductive, then more likely than not, you're already experiencing immense stress. To avoid burnout that could compromise your health, try to incorporate these simple steps in your daily routine.
Take quick breaks
Every time you finish a major task, take a few minutes of rest. People think
downtime is a waste of time and quite unproductive. However, gathering your
thoughts and clearing your mind can actually help you become more productive.
Quick breaks help you retain more focus throughout the day.
Time management is key
One way to avoid burnout is to create a timeline for your tasks and stick to it. But, when you do schedule your day, remember to prioritise your me time above everything else. Try to finish all of your work during office hours, so you don't end up going overtime or taking your work home.
Take advantage of your off time
With everything synced in your personal devices, the boundaries between your
home and work become blurred. So when you're out of work, quit doing
work-related tasks to avoid burnout. If possible, remove all your work accounts
from your devices, or just avoid checking them altogether.
Pursue a hobby to avoid burnout
When you get home, engage yourself in activities you enjoy. Pick up a new series to watch on Netflix, or read a book before you sleep. Strive to do something fun every day, so you can take your mind off work and be relaxed when you turn in to sleep.
Don't be so hard on yourself
Sometimes, most of the stress we’re getting come from
ourselves. It’s great that you have goals that you want to achieve in your
career. Still, when things aren’t going as well as you expected, don’t beat
yourself up so much. Acknowledge your shortcomings but there’s no need to dwell
on them. Get some rest, and continue on to bravely face the challenges that
come your way.
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