Exhausted, Irritable, Unmotivated? You Might Be Experiencing Burnout.
Picture this: your energy and motivation are a bucket, ready for the day.
In an ideal world, you start with a full bucket, ready to take on the day!
However, some things cause leaks in our buckets.
One of the biggest causes of leaks is prolonged periods of stress, particularly in the work setting.
Other Bucket Drainers:
Constant Multi-tasking: Juggling kids, a demanding job, and a million errands can be exhausting.
Lack of “Me” Time: Feeling like time is never truly your own.
Not Enough Fuel: Lack of whole foods and adequate protein in your diet.
Too many leaks in our buckets for an extended period of time can lead to burnout.
The Burnout Triad:
Feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion
Increased mental distance from one’s job, or feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one’s job, and
Reduced professional efficacy.
Chronic workplace stress + exhaustion + irritability + lack of motivation = burnout
*Work includes all types, including caregiving
The Good News?
There are things that can plug leaks in your bucket!
Bucket Pluggers Include:
Adequate hydration
A varied diet filled with fresh fruits and vegetables
Activities that bring you joy
Work that aligns with your values
Movement such as yoga, pilates, walking, dancing, nia, and others.
Mindfulness activities like meditation, mantras, and breathing exercises
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