(Also read: Burnout Syndrome: The Next Pandemic?)
‘Burnout’ used to be considered a problem related to ‘mismanagement of daily life’, but in 2019, the WHO assigned it the label of a ‘work phenomenon’.
This condition occurs when there is chronic work stress.
- Meet schedules: Whether the work is done remotely or in the office, limiting the time of entry and exit, according to working hours, will avoid overload.
- Take active breaks and break the routine: It is essential to disconnect for a few minutes either from the computer or from repetitive tasks that are carried out on a daily basis. This allows to increase concentration and promote health at work.
- Set priorities: it is very important to keep in mind which tasks should be done first and which ones can wait a little longer.
- Change lunch venue: the most important thing is not to eat it at work. It is recommended to move to another space in the office, in the house or outside, to enjoy another environment and disconnect for a while from work.
- Take advantage of free time: activities of interest so that there is a balance between work and personal life.
- Communicate assertively: If you feel overwhelmed by the workload, it is positive to promote dialogue with the work teams about how you are feeling and how this situation affects your performance.
