What is burnout?
Extreme physical and emotional exhaustion
A result of long-term stress and overwork
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Burnout is characterized by extreme physical and emotional exhaustion. It usually occurs as a result of prolonged stress and overwork and is often related to work, but can also be caused by personal circumstances. Read on to understand exactly what burnout is and its causes, symptoms and possible treatments.
People with burnout often feel overwhelmed, have difficulty completing their tasks and can no longer get satisfaction from their work or other activities. Burnout is a serious stress-related condition in which a person feels mentally, emotionally and physically exhausted. It goes beyond ordinary fatigue and can significantly reduce daily functionality.
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To better understand burnout, we first look at its symptoms. The symptoms of burnout can vary, but are usually divided into three categories: emotional, cognitive and physical symptoms. Want to read more about symptoms of burnout? Continue reading here.
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Emotional symptoms of burnout include chronic fatigue and exhaustion, even after periods of rest. Feelings of cynicism and detachment from work and other responsibilities. Loss of motivation and interest in daily activities and feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and low self-esteem.
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Indecision, concentration and memory problems and negative thoughts about oneself and the future are cognitive symptoms of burnout.
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Insomnia or just excessive sleeping, changes in appetite and weight are common physical symptoms of burnout. As are headaches, muscle aches, increased susceptibility to disease due to a weakened immune system and other unexplained physical symptoms.
Causes of burnout
Burnout can be caused by a combination of several factors, including work-related, personal and environmental factors.
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High workload and long working hours
Lack of control and autonomy in work.
Insufficient support from colleagues and supervisors
Uncertainty about the future of the job
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Perfectionism and high personal expectations
Lack of work-life balance
Difficulty setting boundaries and saying no
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Life events such as the loss of a loved one, financial difficulties or relationship problems
Lack of social support and loneliness
"Burnout often requires a holistic approach to recovery, focusing on both physical and mental health."
Help and treatment for burnout
Burnout is a serious condition that should not be ignored. Recovery can take time, but with the right support and treatments, it is possible to return to a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Burnout often requires a holistic approach to recovery, focusing on both physical and mental health. Therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help break negative thinking patterns and develop stress management strategies. Coaching can support restoring work-life balance and setting realistic goals.
At Montgó Lifestyle, we are ready to support you with expert advice and tools to facilitate your recovery process. Do you recognize symptoms of burnout or have questions about what exactly burnout is? If so, please contact us without obligation. Read more about the treatment of burnout here.
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