it is appalling to note that some people are severely depressed, lost interest in life, withdrew from social activities, resort to self-neglect and finally attempted suicide, because the felt they have not and could not 'make it'.
Others, on the other, are determined to 'make it' genuinely as the expense of their time and health. They deeply immersed their life, time, energy, resources in pursuit of career and faded out.
WHAT IS BURNOUT?
It is more than just tiredness, it hoes beyond the ordinary stress of everyday work. Burnout is characterized by chronic exhaustion and strong feeling of frustration and powerlessness. Those suffering burn out tend to withdraw emotionally from their work, loose motivation and become less productive. Studies link burnout to numerous emotional and physical health problem.
CAUSES OF BURNOUT
Work overload
Technology
Job insecurity
Dealing with unclear priorities
Conflicts with coworkers
Pursuit of career goal and greater income
HOW TO COPE WITH BURNOUT:
Evaluate your priorities; make sure you focus on most important things instead of trying to do many things at a time.
Simplify your life; do not give in to employer's demand to work overtime, rather, reduce stress and gain more time for what you truly value by considering working fewer hours.
Avoid unnecessary expensive lifestyle. Try to lower or eliminate debt.
Renew yourself; avoid unpleasant situations, difficult and toxic people.
Make time for sufficient rest and balanced recreation.
Learn when to say no to work
