You're feeling burnt out at work. How can you get back on track?

Take some time and pay attention to identify the possible reasons for burnout. Apart from direct work environment-related ones, individual factors also can play a role, such as poor anxiety and stress management, strong FOMO leading you to overwork that you can't control, perfectionism, or procrastination that you can't stop yourself from. If you are struggling with harmful behavioral patterns, consider seeking the help of a coach or psychotherapist.

Here are some strategies to help you get back on track: Take a Break: Step away from your work environment for a short period. This could be a brief walk, a day off, or even a short vacation to disconnect and recharge. Set Boundaries: Establish clear boundaries between work and personal time. Avoid checking emails or working outside of work hours to ensure you have time to relax and engage in non-work-related activities. Prioritize Self-Care: Engage in activities that promote your physical and mental health. Exercise, maintain a balanced diet, get enough sleep, and practice mindfulness or meditation.

Lean into your body's signals! Our bodies are always communicating to us. Burn out sometimes happens when we shut down that communication pathway or choose not to honor those signals and instead, keep pushing forward. Start small by tuning into what your body's own wisdom is telling you. For example, do you listen and cooperate when your body tells you it has a need, like hunger, thirst, rest, or even fun? If that feels too overwhelming, start with a simple question as a journal entry: If my body wanted to tell me something today, what would it say?

I’m writing for the people who don’t have the luxury of slowing down—specifically the main providers that need to support their families. My question for you is “What can you control?”. Perhaps a vacation or even staycation isn’t feasible—what can you do for yourself during your break? Team #NoBreaks? Is there something on your commute, like listen to a certain song or book that gives you some goodness? Focus on what you can control and actively work to remind yourself that the rest will just be.

Assertiveness when it comes to boundaries and work begins with your diary. If you don't calendarize your breaks to PROPERLY unplug, then someone else will just fill it with more work.

Dealing with burnout is emotionally challenging. Although you might feel tempted to isolate yourself and avoid social interactions, staying connected with your loved ones or seeking professional support is important. They can be a valuable source of help and encouragement, preventing you from getting overwhelmed by negative emotions and promoting a faster recovery.

It can be helpful to remind yourself that burnout may be causing you to feel disinterested in life and lacking purpose. To overcome this, take some time to relax and recharge. Engage in some leisure activities and ask yourself simple questions such as "Do I like this?" or "Do I want to do this?" to explore your interests. For example, you can try a new flavor of ice cream or go birdwatching. By re-exploring yourself and recharging, you can regain energy and return to an active and fulfilling life.

Conduct an energy audit on weekly tasks—distinguish between Energy Givers and Energy Takers. ? Collaborate with your manager or stakeholders to modify the task distribution, incorporating more Energy Givers into your working week.