Overworking effects more than just work.

In today's hyper-connected world, the line between work and personal life has become increasingly blurred. Many of us find ourselves constantly "on," checking emails late into the night, taking calls during family dinners, and sacrificing our well-being for the sake of productivity. This culture of overworking has led to a burnout epidemic, with more people than ever experiencing chronic stress, exhaustion, and a sense of detachment from their work and personal lives.

One way to get out of the cycle of overworking is to set boundaries. Setting boundaries at work is not just beneficial—it's essential for long-term success and well-being. Start by clearly defining your work hours and communicating them to colleagues and supervisors. Learn to say "no" to additional tasks when your plate is already full, and don't be afraid to delegate when appropriate.

Once you set boundaries with how and when you work, you can find balance and purpose in other parts of your life. Think about how much time you could get back from the time you spend on work towards a hobby, or taking better care of your body, and most importantly - spaciousness to just be without doing.

In this week, livestream, I discuss 5 ways to stop overworking and bring balance and boundaries back to your life.

Watch the video below:

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In last week's livestream, I discussed hyper-independence, how it effects Black girls and women, and how we can move from independence to interdependence.

Watch last week's stream here

Burnout in the News

Here are links to news and thought pieces about burnout in the headlines.

Working women are more burned out than men and it’s a problem bosses can’t afford to ignore

Women are more burned out in the workplace. Read more about what leaders are missing.

10 Steps To Prevent Overwork From Destroying You, Your Career And Your Family

Learn about how overworking can have negative impact on our families and well-being.

Join me for the Moving Beyond Burnout Livestream every Thursday at 12 PM, CT to get your weekly dose of uplifting dialogue and practical tips for you to overcome your challenges with burnout. Next week, the topic is: Burnout SOS: 3 life-saving self-care tips you need right now.

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Take care and be well,

Camesha L. Jones, LCSW