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Understanding Burnout! "We are born with a
tremendous capacity for hope. As we grow, it is not the major catastrophes in
our life that shake that hope, that test our ability to manage stress and
avoid burnout but it is our ability to choose our path and to manage the
everyday hassles." Sandy Ewing (1997 speech on Surviving Burnout) What is Burnout? Employee burnout is not
a temporary situation after a difficult week. It is a physical, emotional,
and mental state of exhaustion caused by a demanding environment and/or an
inability or desire to meet those demands. Burnout can show up as poor job
performance, lack of motivation, and physical ills. Untreated burnout can
lead to health problems such as high blood pressure, headaches, insomnia,
depression and more. Some may be using alcohol or drugs to self-medicate.
Middle managers are the least likely to seek assistance because they don't
want to admit they cannot handle the stress. Yet, they are mostly likely to
become burned out. What are the causes of
employee Burnout? The
exact cause of employee burnout can vary from person to person. Employee
burnout can be caused by the workplace (i.e., lack of recognition; lack of
control), by the employee (i.e., unrealistic expectations; inability to set
and maintain boundaries), or by a poor employee/ workplace match (i.e.,
personal values conflict with job; lack of skills).
The Wellness Councils of America has found that if more than three of these statements are
true - you are stressed! 1. Money is a source of conflict
in my life. T or F 2. I find myself trying to be
everything to everyone. T or F 3. I have difficulties setting
aside time for my family or my partner.
T or F 4. At the end of the day I feel
frustrated. T or F
5. My physical health is affected
by stress in my life. T or F New Book Debut! The Burnout Solution How to Recover From or Prevent Burnout in
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