Workplace burnout already affects almost 1 in 2 workers, but there is something

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% of workers, almost half, suffer from burnout , according to data from the Labor Guide. And not only that, almost million people die annually in the world from diseases related to stress at work .

I would love it not to be like that, but since I don't have a magic wand, today I want to share, at least, the most effective techniques to reduce burnout at work .


Of course, and first of all, the obligatory warning that if stress or work is seriously affecting our mental or physical health, we should consult with a professional . There are many jobs (until AI takes them all away from us), but there is only one life.

Taking the above into account, let's see what we can do to mitigate burnout .

Change your mentality when faced with stress
The first necessary step is to remember the most important thing we saw in the complete guide to reducing stress a few weeks ago.

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Studies show that changing yo  Cyprus Email List  ur mentality when faced with this stress , having a more positive attitude towards it, changes the physical effects it produces , also making them more positive.



It may sound like cheap self-help, but nothing further, as it has been widely demonstrated. Starting with the old transactional model of stress proposed by Lazarus and Folkman in the s, and reaffirmed today by the work of Kelly McGonigal or Alia Crum of Stanford University , the conclusion is clear: if we change our mentality when faced with stress, We nullify its destructive power and turn it into fuel for what lies ahead. At least, in part.

This does not mean self-deception, justifying unacceptable conditions or pretending that life is rosy, when the shades are between brown and black.

However, changing language and interpretation is essential . Instead of thinking of a situation as something terrible that will destroy us, we can see it as a challenge that can make us someone capable of overcoming those challenges and becoming more resilient.

In this sense, one of the best books I have read is The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday . In it, from a Stoic perspective, he develops a similar thesis and sees problems as opportunities for growth and character building.

When this mindset clicks in certain situations, it is very powerful. So, taking into account that this has to be the foundation of our house , let's look at other practical aspects.

Set limits
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The above is no excuse for not changing what is unjust. Because, let's face it, burnout is often due to a toxic work culture .

Too many hours for too few euros, meaningless presenteeism, bosses who think they are Napoleon... We have to establish a first line of defense based on limits .

On the one hand, limits that separate our work life from our personal life . Mixing them means that we never disconnect, nor can we regain strength.
On the other hand, limits in the face of meaningless demands at work . Both in terms of hours and powers. I'm not saying that all three of us will drop the pencil, but I am saying that either we end abuse as the norm, or the burn of burnout will never go away.
Finally, limits on the people who contribute to this burnout . From toxic colleagues to unbearable acquaintances. We have not come with the obligation to support more weight than our own and that of the people we want, those who are an anchor and we only have to remove them.
What is perfect in theory is often difficult in practice. All of this is complicated because our work situation may not be the strongest for negotiating or setting boundaries. In the same way, it involves a skill that is more difficult than it seems: learning to say no , a fundamental skill for life.