Friday, November 22, 2019
How to prevent burnout even when youre in love with your job
How to prevent lassitudo even when youre in love with your jobHow to prevent burnout even when youre in love with your jobDo you feel passionate about your job? The vast majority of professionals we surveyed recently said they were. Deloitte conducted a marketplace survey of 1,000 full-time U.S. professionals in a range of industries to better understand the drivers and impact of employee burnout. And we were surprised to landsee the role passion plays in the prolonged stress that leads to burnout.With 87% saying theyre passionate about their current job, you might think the number of burned out employees would be relatively low. Youd be wrong.Three in four respondents told us they have experienced burnout in their current job, with more than half telling us they felt burned out more than once. Of course, passion does help to mitigate burnout somewhat - rates were higher among those who reported bedrngnis feeling passionate about their job.But in some ways, passion may also contribu te to burnout. When we asked survey respondents why they dont use all of their vacation days, the top reason cited was, I worry that issues would arise if I was away from my work.Passion is a wonderful thing. It drives purpose, engagement, and productivity. But when you become so passionate about one aspect of your life that you forget about the others (like vacation, for example) then it can be a sign of trouble.I know this from personal experience how easy it can be to miss the warning signs of burnout when you are passionate about what you do. But here are some lessons I learnedabfertigung before you check-out Mindfulness can be a powerful thing. Take the time to check-in with yourself and reflect on how you are feeling in body, mind, and purpose. Awareness is half the battle when it comes to preventing burnout.Make recovery a priority Dont let your vacation days go to waste. And dont forget to make recovery a daily part of your life. Small breaks throughout the day can have an i ncredible impact overall.Let go This may be one of the hardest things to do when you are passionate about your work, but its important to trust in your team members. Whether its delegating projects, requesting coverage for your vacation, or simply asking for help, your colleagues can have your back because youll have theirs as well.Get your move on Whether its a leisurely walk, a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) session, or your favorite Zumba class exercise releases the feel good chemicals in our brain called endorphins, improves mood, and clears the mind.Have an attitude of gratitude A thank you seems simple, but dont overlook its powerful and lasting effect on your life. Research shows that the practice of gratitude can lower blood pressure, improve sleep and immune function, and help us feel calmer.Talk it out In our survey, we asked respondents how they deal with their burnout and over half (51%) say they talk to friends or family. Connecting with your social support ne twork is a great way to not only relieve stress but also learn new coping mechanisms. When I experienced burnout, connecting with a friend and mentor helped me step back and reassess what was important to me in my life.If you are a leader in your organization, then its not only yourself you should monitor but also your teams. When asked about the reasons why they felt burned out at their current job, survey respondents reported that lack of passion wasnt the problem. Instead, lack of support from leadership was cited as the most common reason.Its not surprising that employees want to see and feel that their leaders support and recognize the work that they do. After all, wouldnt any employee want a boss that is as passionate about them as they are about their work?April is Stress Awareness Month and what better time to start developing positive habits in stress management. Plan your vacation days, be mindful of your well-being, and show your appreciation and support for your colleagu es and teams. Kindle your passion, but dont let it burn you.Please read our disclaimer information here.This article first appeared on Thrive Global.
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