Anyone else burned out? How are you combating it?
Leena Chitnis
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Aljoša Židan@aljosa_z
I would recommend two things:
- Obsess over new things: Do something outside your comfort zone that can divert your mind from the problems you are facing. For me, learning to dance Hip-Hop was a fantastic way to release stress.
- Help others offline: There's nothing more rewarding than assisting your local community. This can be as simple as going to one of your older neighbors and helping them with groceries or visiting a dog shelter once a week to play with the animals.
Life is so much more than the immediate problems we face. Sometimes, all we need is a slight refocus to realize this.
If all this doesn't help you, visit a professional and ask for help.
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Meditation is always the best way to refresh yourself
Currently hyped for the launch. If you're burned out, take a vacation, my friend.
@relja_denic With what money? I've been evicted and living off of my food stamps right now. Plus I don't have time, I have two upcoming launches. But it sounds amazing.
As we are living hyperconnected lives, feeling burned out is normal.
You can try walking, cycling, or medication - or maybe a combination of two of them!
Listen to your favorite childhood songs while exercising or listen to interesting podcast episodes.
@bhargav5394 On the contrary we are all living disconnected lives. I need connection to people, love, community, friends -- all of which are so hard to come by right now. But will work on it!
I used to struggle a lot in this manner. Then I started to take the load of only those tasks that I can manage. Saying No is hard but beneficial.
@daniel_henry4 @james_rob IMO multi-tasking is not inherently bad. It's bad when it comes with a lot of context switching or when it involves not being able to delegate and taking in too much workload.
Yes, being an entrepreneur certainly leaves me fairly burned out, but reading and meditation are better for my mind and soul.
Try to find an hour a day at least where you can allocate just to doing something that you want. It doesn't matter what it is. It could be watching a show, reading a book, taking a walk, meditating, etc. Whatever brings you some well-deserved relief.
@dennis_aronov I try to reserve the night to watch shows, but by the time I turn on Netflix, it's 3 am. I often don't get to bed until 6-7 am, because I need at least a few hours to turn my brain off work. I work 12 hours a day at the least.
Sleep, music, nature, silly movies :)
Exercise a lot, spend some time reading, and connect with new people to refresh. Let me know if you want a coffee chat :)
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This hits everyone at some point. I think your best bet is to take every problem in at once. If you think about the broader scope, it ALWAYS gets overwhelming.
But if you think about the next step, your next priority, and try to ignore all the other thoughts, it suddenly gets a lot more manageable.
Also don't underestimate the basics, like eating well and getting a good night's sleep. I know it sometimes seems like a luxury, but trust me. You're always better off.
And a final nuance to this. In my experience burning out is either:
- taking too much responsibility on your shoulders. You have got to let go of some of it. Be ruthless in setting your priorities and (as hard as it is) learn to say no.
- working on something you don't believe in. We're all working on things we believe will succeed. Or so we say to ourselves every day. But sometimes deep down we know there's something wrong with either the idea, our execution, or the people we're working with. If you feel this, time to pivot. I noticed that my most productive pivot is often not working with people who don't motivate me.
Also, many makers or entrepreneurs are victims of some form of ADHD. If your brain is not letting you go, fixing that should be on your list of priorities.
Unfortunately, it's really easy to trick your brain into always being wired.
Not being constantly in a state of alert can make you feel guilty or anxious. So you avoid it by piling in more tasks.
First step is to recognize this pattern. Then figure out what the big things that contribute to it (different for everyone). Then address those things. It's a process but you gotta trust it and stick with it. 💪
Small walks in nature and crazy dances in your room help a lot. :)
just trying to remember what made me choose this path and what inspired me at the very beginning of my journey
@darya_antonyuk Yes, but for me sometimes it's not enough when I'm super tired. But I do get my zeal back when I rest.
An important preventive measure against burnout is the opportunity for professional growth in one's role or tasks every year. It is crucial that there are opportunities for financial advancement within the company, and for some, it's also essential to see the value of their contributions within the context of the project's global development. As an HR specialist, I constantly need to address burnout in a rapidly changing world. This often involves setting limits, such as defining when team members can ask questions, rather than being available 24/7. It means taking into account colleagues' working hours and managing projects to ensure that deadlines aren't consistently on the brink. Additionally, physical activity plays a role in combating burnout. Several times a week, our employees have the option to participate in crossfit sessions or join marathons. For those who prefer different methods, we offer the option to have a few sessions with a psychologist. I believe that the topic of burnout is highly relevant and worthy of discussion. It's great to exchange ideas and learn about how different countries address this issue
Burnout is just fatigue. I get enough sleep, in extreme cases I take a day off.
Often you don't have to take a break, but just a change of working environment is enough to move forward
Listing and prioritizing the list usually helps me. It's nice to see checkmarks or cross outs on a to do list.
@drewsalesplaybookbuilder Yup! That's why I always write out my to-do's. Apps aren't satisfying for that.
I change up my routine. It’s important to understand “why” you feel this way and see if it’s a task you can automate or delegate. If you’re not passionate about what you do, it will effect your performance. Life is too short to do things you don’t like. You could also find a hobby that you like that allows you to take your mind off your job, allowing you a fresh perspective. Good luck!
Once in a while I do need a reset, for me a couple of days offline hiking in the woods or just walking around in busy streets works!
Take some time off work or decrease work load, if possible.
