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Feeling burned out? You're not alone! Feelings of exhaustion and overwhelm are not just personal struggles; they're a widespread social issue. → The problem is so severe, leading to serious consequences. 📊 (Deloitte Survey) 75%+ of employees experience it – it is even linked to an estimated 120,000 deaths yearly. → Burnout is everywhere - it's a modern epidemic fueled by technology and high-pressure environments. The rise of technology, while convenient, often adds to the pressure rather than easing it. Studies are now exploring various facets like digital, social media, women’s, and millennial burnout. But what really causes this overwhelming state of exhaustion? → Studies show certain tendencies like perfectionism, introversion, and procrastination may increase burnout risk. Professions in health care, education, and tech are especially prone to this. Burnout hits when we're overwhelmed and drained, both emotionally and physically. So, what triggers burnout? Here are the 6 big risks: 1. Work overload 2. Lack of control & autonomy 3. Insufficient recognition and rewards 4. Absence of fairness & trust 5. Loneliness & lack of support 6. Conflicting values The silver lining? Research says burnout is preventable & and curable and the cure starts with you. Here's how to fight back: 1. Live with purpose: ↳ Manage your energy for a meaningful life. 2. Set boundaries: ↳ Own your time and effort. Don't let others dictate your priorities. Remember, mutual respect for boundaries is key. 3. Eliminate cognitive distractions: ↳ Reduce mental clutter for better clarity, focus, and awareness. 4. Prioritize relaxation: ↳ Stress-free leisure time is key. 5. Get enough sleep: ↳ Lack of sleep affects leadership and workplace dynamics more than you think! 6. Boost social well-being: ↳ Did you know engaged employees who have strong work relationships perform 56% better, take 75% fewer sick days, and are 50% more likely to stay in their jobs? 7. Embrace mindfulness: ↳ Practicing gratitude and Loving Kindness Meditation (LKM) can be game-changers. Harvard researchers suggest you can practice mindfulness or yoga in as little as 15 minutes a day to reduce burnout and stress symptoms. *** What's your #1 strategy to combat burnout? Share in the comments. 🔔 Follow me for more content on leadership & and self-development. P.S. Hope it helps. Repost 🔄 to your network. Let's spread awareness about mental health. Infographic: THEPRESENTPSYCHOLOGIST #burnout #awareness #mentalhealth #leadership #raniakuraa

Feeling worn out at work? You're not alone. Work burnout is a common problem, but recognizing the signs and taking steps to combat it can make a huge difference. Let’s dive into what burnout looks like, why it happens, and how you can fight back. Burnout symptoms can sneak up on you. Here are a few to watch out for: - Constant Fatigue: Always tired, no matter how much you rest. - Trouble Sleeping: Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. - Poor Focus: Struggling to concentrate and remember things. - Physical Issues: Frequent headaches or stomach problems. - Increased Irritability: Feeling more anxious or irritable than usual. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧? Several factors can lead to burnout, including: - Heavy Workload: Too much work and not enough breaks. - Lack of Control: Feeling powerless over your tasks and outcomes. - No Recognition: Not feeling appreciated for your hard work. - Poor Work-Life Balance: Struggling to juggle work and personal life. - Toxic Environment: Conflict with colleagues or lack of support from your team. 𝐅𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭 Here are some simple strategies to help you combat burnout: 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞: - Mindfulness: Try meditation or deep-breathing exercises to reduce stress. - Exercise: Regular physical activity to boost your mood and energy. - Sleep: Prioritize getting enough rest each night. - Healthy Eating: Balanced meals to keep your energy levels stable. 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 - Manageable Workloads: Talk to your manager about distributing tasks more evenly. - Recognition: Encourage a culture of appreciation at work. - Clear Communication: Make sure job roles and expectations are well-defined. - Positive Environment: Foster a supportive and inclusive workplace. Work burnout is a real issue, but it doesn’t have to take over your life. By recognizing the symptoms and making a few changes, you can reclaim your energy and enthusiasm. Remember, it’s all about finding a balance that works for you and making sure you take care of yourself along the way.

Burnout at work not just exhaustion. I understand the importance of addressing burnout in the workplace. Here are five points on how individuals can overcome burnout, three points on how teams can address burnout collaboratively, and four points on how leaders can effectively manage and prevent burnout within their teams: Individuals 1. Self-care Prioritize self-care activities such as exercise, meditation, hobbies, and adequate sleep to recharge and rejuvenate. 2. Set boundaries Establish clear boundaries between work and personal life to prevent overworking and maintain a healthy work-life balance. 3. Seek support Reach out to friends, family, or a therapist for emotional support and guidance in coping with stress and burnout. 4. Practice mindfulness Engage in mindfulness techniques such as deep breathing exercises or mindfulness meditation to stay present and reduce stress levels. 5. Reflect on values Reconnect with your core values and motivations to find meaning and purpose in your work, which can help combat feelings of burnout. Teams 1. Foster open communication Encourage team members to openly discuss their feelings of burnout and collaborate on solutions to address shared challenges. 2. Promote teamwork Create a supportive team environment where colleagues can rely on each other for help, share responsibilities, and work together towards common goals. 3. Provide resources Offer resources such as mental health support, stress management workshops, and flexible work arrangements to help team members cope with burnout effectively. Leaders 1. Lead by example Demonstrate healthy work habits, prioritize self-care, and encourage a positive work culture that values employee well-being. 2. Recognize achievements Acknowledge and celebrate team members' accomplishments to boost morale and motivation, reducing the risk of burnout. 3. Delegate effectively Delegate tasks appropriately, provide clear instructions, and offer support to prevent team members from feeling overwhelmed or burnt out. 4. Implement policies Establish policies that promote work-life balance, set realistic goals, and provide opportunities for professional development to create a supportive and sustainable work environment. By implementing these strategies at the individual, team, and leadership levels, organizations can effectively address and prevent burnout in the workplace, promoting overall well-being and productivity among employees. #employeeengagement #burnoutprävention #happyteams

Feeling burned out? You're not alone! Feelings of exhaustion and overwhelm are not just personal struggles; they're a widespread social issue. → The problem is so severe, leading to serious consequences. 📊 (Deloitte Survey) 75%+ of employees experience it – it is even linked to an estimated 120,000 deaths yearly. → Burnout is everywhere - it's a modern epidemic fueled by technology and high-pressure environments. The rise of technology, while convenient, often adds to the pressure rather than easing it. Studies are now exploring various facets like digital, social media, women’s, and millennial burnout. But what really causes this overwhelming state of exhaustion? → Studies show certain tendencies like perfectionism, introversion and procrastination may increase burnout risk. Professions in health care, education, and tech are especially prone to this. Burnout hits when we're overwhelmed and drained, both emotionally and physically. So, what triggers burnout? Here are the 6 big risks: 1. Work overload 2. Lack of control & autonomy 3. Insufficient recognition and rewards 4. Absence of fairness & trust 5. Loneliness & lack of support 6. Conflicting values The silver lining? Research says burnout is preventable & curable and the cure starts with you. Here's how to fight back: 1. Live with purpose: ↳ Manage your energy for a meaningful life. 2. Set boundaries: ↳ Own your time and effort. Don't let others dictate your priorities. Remember, mutual respect for boundaries is key. 3. Eliminate cognitive distractions: ↳ Reduce mental clutter for better clarity, focus and awareness. 4. Prioritize relaxation: ↳ Stress-free leisure time is key. 5. Get enough sleep: ↳ Lack of sleep affects leadership and workplace dynamics more than you think! 6. Boost social well-being: ↳ Did you know engaged employees who have strong work relationships perform 56% better, take 75% fewer sick days, and are 50% more likely to stay in their jobs? 7. Embrace mindfulness: ↳ Practiceing gratitude and Loving Kindness Meditation (LKM) can be game-changers. Harvard researchers suggest, you can practice mindfulness or yoga in as little as 15 minutes a day to reduce burnout and stress symptoms. *** What's your #1 strategy to combat burnout in the security industry? Share in the comments. 🔔 Follow Signal of The Woodlands, TX for more content on leadership & physical security. P.S. Hope it helps. Repost 🔄 to your network. Let's spread the word about mental health. Infographic: THEPRESENTPSYCHOLOGIST ✍️ Write-up: Rania K. #burnout #awareness #mentalhealth #leadership #raniakuraa #securityindustry #securitynews #safetyawarenes #cybersecurity

"Leading with Balance: Strategies to Avoid Burnout" Firstly, prioritise self-care. Just like you prioritise tasks, prioritise your well-being. That means adequate sleep, regular exercise, and time for relaxation. Remember, you can't lead effectively if you're running on empty. Secondly, delegate effectively. You don't have to do everything yourself. Trust your team and delegate tasks accordingly. This not only lightens your workload but also empowers your team members. Thirdly, set boundaries. Know when to say no and when to disconnect. Establishing boundaries around work hours and personal time helps maintain a healthy work-life balance. Fourthly, seek support. Don't hesitate to lean on mentors, colleagues, or even professional counselors. Having a support system can provide valuable perspective and help you navigate challenges. Lastly, cultivate resilience. Understand that setbacks and stress are inevitable, but it's how you respond to them that matters. Develop coping strategies and resilience-building techniques to bounce back stronger from adversity. Remember, avoiding burnout isn't just beneficial for you—it's crucial for the well-being of your team and the success of your organisation. So, take care of yourself, delegate, set boundaries, seek support, and cultivate resilience. You've got this!

Ever wondered why you feel confident at work one moment and want to quit the next? Today, I'll share 3 factors that contribute to burnout. 1. Workload The same simple tasks you take on to earn a promotion or bonus can throw off your work-life balance and lead to burnout. When you consistently take on too much work, you risk burning yourself out. 2. Control Everyone likes to feel in charge and have the ability to express their opinions. Feeling empowered can help you feel more capable and motivated to complete tasks. However, when you have less autonomy and feel powerless, your job satisfaction can suffer. 3. Reward Feeling unappreciated at work can negatively impact your motivation and output. While appreciation can come in many forms, such as bonuses, paid leave, and company trips, if your output doesn't match the recognition you receive, you may feel less motivated to put in extra effort. This can negatively affect your well-being and the overall work environment. Burnout doesn't happen overnight. It's a gradual process that can be avoided by recognizing the factors that contribute to it. By acknowledging these factors, you can take steps to address them and avoid burnout in the future. That’s it! Hi I am Chibs Okereke accredited mindfulness facilitator and stress & burnout coach. I help high achieving organisations reduce stress & burnout with my mindfulness for strivers workshop. Learn more about my ‘MFS Workshop’: https://lnkd.in/gM8h6iHn

Is your pursuit of productivity leading to exhaustion? It's time to break free from the burnout paradox. In our drive to perform and succeed, we push ourselves to the brink—often sacrificing our health and wellbeing. We incorrectly believe this relentless pace leads to success. But this leads to a cruel irony: our extreme efforts undermine our ability to produce our best work. I’ve fallen victim to burnout paradox thinking many times, staying up late to finish work or skipping lunch to attend back-to-back meetings. I felt being tired and overwhelmed meant I was doing great work. In fact, I wore it like a badge of honor. Of course, the opposite was true. Here are 5 ways I course-corrected from the path to burnout: Make self-care non-negotiable. •Exercise, meditation, and journal writing are part of my daily routine. •Taking care of myself bolsters my ability to take care of business. Establish workload boundaries. • I've learned to say no to work that is not essential. •I prioritize the key projects that will move the needle the most. Cultivate mindfulness throughout the day. •Whenever stress builds, I'll do a quick breathing exercise or go for a short walk to refresh my perspective. •This helps me return to tasks feeling focused and balanced. Align priorities with my values. •I identified the work I find engaging and meaningful vs. draining. •This helped me recognize my core priorities and I now proactively seek assignments allowing me to leverage my strengths in these areas. Cherish small joys. •Start meetings with personal check-ins, laugh more with colleagues, and celebrate little wins. •Finding silver linings helps sustain positive mindset. The burnout paradox convinces us to sacrifice ourselves under the illusion of success. But embracing rest, joy and mindfulness leads to sustaining our best work. How can you shift from hustle to balance this week? Share one small change below that could help reverse the path to burnout.

Thank you, Paula Davis, for this always-timely article from '21 that was just put on my radar around the systemic causes of #burnout. Let's say that again. Systemic. A study that was just released on the lack of sustained impact that yoga and meditation apps have on this continuing workplace problem was a "yea, duh" for nearly all of us. Stress reduction and other benefits, of course. But not a dent in burnout. Did anyone really think that these band-aid-at-best lazy interventions that make burnout reduction the employee's problem instead of the leader's and org's responsibility would work? They address to a modicum extent, stress. But not burnout. For that, you gotta do much more work. Davis summarizes nicely (with my notes) the key reasons for burnout: 1. Lack of autonomy - having some choice as to how and when you perform the tasks related to your work. (Remember your Maslow hierarchy here.) 2. High workload and work pressure - particularly problematic in combination with too few resources. (My own research found that this state of things is stimulating for many, though, and does not correlate as strongly with burnout. But when combined with the resource component, the factor indeed leads to burnout. Think: intensity + frequency + duration as a formula. This is also the formula for the Work Health and Safety act of 2011.) 3. Lack of leader/colleague support - not feeling a sense of belonging at work. (Gallup's research on this continues to be relevant. And again, cue Maslow.) 4. Unfairness - favoritism and arbitrary decision-making. (A carefully considered though aggressive push towards #corporatetransparency is thankfully the state of play to counter this factor. And who has not felt this impact them at work and been told that it's all in our head?) 5. Values disconnect - what you find important about work doesn’t match the environment you’re in. (Since workplace values was part of my PhD dissertation topic, I know a lot about this one. You will simply have to leave at some point if there is misalignment here for too long, or you'll die a slow death at work.) 6. Lack of recognition - not just recognition but no feedback; you rarely if ever hear thank you. (Learn how each of your team members wants feedback -- how much publicly and how much and in what style of delivery. The 4:1 ratio is relevant here -- 4 "thank you do more of this" to 1 "this may need to change but let's talk about it". You most certainly are falling quite short of this target.) https://lnkd.in/gbJUzsFS

It takes more than a meditation app to fix chronic burnout. Why? First, some context. In 2019, the World Health Organization officially recognized workplace burnout as an occupational phenomenon. Burnout is linked to exhaustion, increased mental distance and feelings of negativity and cynicism toward your job, and reduced professional efficacy. When it comes to addressing this chronic stress, change needs to start at the top. Modeling good habits is key to maintaining a burnout-free team. One-off temporary stress relievers like vacation or an intense gym session aren’t going to meaningfully shift your (or your employees’) relationship to work. Instead, as a leader, try: –Identifying what is weighing you down the most, or “triggers” –Re-evaluating your work habits to hone impact and reduce vestigial processes –Proactively scheduling monthly mental health days –Time-blocking for deep, focused work –Avoiding mentorship overload If you’re experiencing burnout, you’re not alone. Read the full article for expert advice on fighting workplace stress. https://lnkd.in/gPrKMcVQ

5 Unsuspecting Signs of Burnout Burnout can sneak up on even the most resilient leaders. It is a silent enemy. It often creeps up on us without warning. As leaders and nonprofit executives, we juggle countless responsibilities, making it easy to overlook the early warning signs. Here are some subtle indicators of burnout that might be flying under your radar: 1. Chronic Fatigue Feeling perpetually exhausted, even after a full night's sleep... 🚩 Red flag! This kind of fatigue goes beyond physical tiredness. It seeps into your mental and emotional well-being. It's the kind of exhaustion that a weekend of rest can't fix. 2. Increased Cynicism If you find yourself becoming increasingly negative or cynical about your work or life in general, it might be a sign of burnout. This shift in perspective can lead to feelings of disconnection and disengagement from your work and colleagues. 3. Reduced Efficiency Tasks that once seemed easy now feel like climbing a mountain. You might notice a decline in your productivity and efficiency, making it harder to complete your daily responsibilities. This can be particularly frustrating for high-achievers who are used to performing at their best. 4. Isolation Withdrawing from social interactions or team activities... Another subtle sign. You might find yourself avoiding colleagues, skipping meetings, or declining social invitations. This isolation can exacerbate feelings of loneliness and stress. 5. Forgetfulness Experiencing lapses in memory or struggling to concentrate are common signs of burnout. You might forget appointments, miss deadlines, or find it difficult to focus on tasks. This cognitive decline can affect your overall performance and confidence. Taking Action Recognizing these signs early is crucial in preventing full-blown burnout. Here are some steps you can take to restore balance and well-being: >>> Prioritize Self-Care: Make time for activities that rejuvenate you, whether it's exercise, hobbies, or simply relaxing. >>> Set Boundaries: Learn to say no and protect your personal time. >>> Seek Support: Don’t hesitate to reach out to a mentor, coach, or therapist for guidance. >>> Delegate Tasks: Share the workload with your team to lighten your burden. >>> Practice Mindfulness: Incorporate mindfulness practices like meditation or deep breathing to manage stress. Remember, self-care is not a luxury; it's a necessity! By paying attention to these subtle signs, you can take proactive steps to maintain your well-being and continue leading with energy and passion. Ready to Reclaim Your Energy and Thrive? If these signs of burnout resonate with you, it's time to take action! Join my upcoming 3-Day Balanced Leader Bootcamp and learn practical strategies to restore balance and enhance your well-being. Sign up at balancedleaderbootcamp.com Don't wait—your well-being matters!