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Understanding and Preventing Burnout

Written by Dr. Camille Preston | Dec 12, 2024 8:33:38 PM

This resource delves into burnout—a state of chronic physical and emotional exhaustion resulting from prolonged stress. It examines burnout's manifestations, and causes, and offers strategies for prevention and recovery.

Burnout significantly impacts individual well-being and organizational productivity. Recognizing and addressing burnout is crucial to maintaining a healthy, engaged, and efficient workforce.

Burnout often develops gradually, making it difficult to detect until it becomes severe. Additionally, workplace cultures that prioritize constant productivity may inadvertently discourage individuals from acknowledging or addressing burnout symptoms.

Proactively managing burnout leads to:

  • Improved mental and physical health.
  • Enhanced job satisfaction and performance.
  • Reduced absenteeism and turnover rates.

Consider burnout as an "energetic bank account." Regular deposits—such as rest, healthy relationships, and purposeful work—maintain balance, while constant withdrawals without replenishment lead to deficits, manifesting as burnout.