Burnout Recovery podcast Ep #1: Burnout 101 - What exactly is burnout?
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Sep 23, 2021 Explore the serious impacts of burnout and discover how to take charge of your work life. Learn to identify the causes and symptoms of chronic workplace stress, and unlock strategies for recovery. Hear a personal journey through the tech industry, revealing how corporate pressures can lead to burnout. Delve into a practical four-step recovery process that emphasizes stress management and seeking help. Gain insights on effective methods to combat burnout for improved mental and physical well-being.
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Burnout Recovery Is Possible
- Burnout is common in high-achieving professionals who feel desperate and disconnected from work.
- Recovery is possible without changing jobs, relying instead on reclaiming personal agency and autonomy.
Burnout Symptoms and Definition
- Burnout is a syndrome of chronic workplace stress not managed successfully, per WHO.
- Symptoms include exhaustion, negativity, reduced performance, anxiety, brain fog, and physical illness.
Burnout Is a Closed Loop
- Burnout is a cycle of high expectations, self-judgment, and low reward, often affecting type A professionals.
- It causes loss of mojo, insecurity, moral injury, and fear of failure.