What is burnout?

The term gets thrown around and stretched to apply to many life situations. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines burnout as ‘feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion; increased mental distance from one’s job, or feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one’s job; and reduced professional efficacy.”

WHAT TRIGGERS EMOTIONAL STRESS AT WORK?

Working in high-growth companies, the following can come with the territory:

• Long hours; aggressive deadlines

• Back-to-back meetings starting early/ending late

• Navigating corporate politics

Now, these aren’t necessarily triggers for everyone. But for those trying to juggle a high intensity career, the demands of family—all the while de-prioritizing their own wellness - the impact on physical and emotional health can be severe..

MANAGING - COPING - STRUGGLING: IS THIS YOU?

The truth is, burnout is a symptom of a nervous system that has been under stress for too long—an instinctual response of self-protection.

Often, the pressure we’re under is self-inflicted. A few examples that may be familiar:

• Getting into a pattern of constant busyness = productivity

• Feeling locked into a high-paying job/career as the only option to maintain a lifestyle

• Following an old career/life blueprint drawn up in the past that doesn’t quite align anymore

• Following someone else’s or society’s idea of ‘successful’

Getting out from under the heavy weight of these issues can be daunting without the right support. I work with clients to tap into the inner knowing, fire and commitment to change we all have within us.