There’s nothing wrong if you’re a go-getter in life, especially with your career. You’ve worked hard and are proud of how far you’ve come. But at times, you may feel overwhelmed.
If getting stressed out is becoming common for you, that’s a sign that you’re starting to feel burned out. Don’t be too hard on yourself if you’re feeling this way. It happens to everyone!
Instead of thinking you can push through it, here are some positive, healthy steps to take instead.
1. Identify the Problem
First of all, take a moment and sort through what’s bothering you. Have you bitten off more than you can chew lately? Or do you have a toxic relationship with a coworker? Or could it be that your boss isn’t respecting your boundaries?
Whatever the case is, as hard as it may be, identify the issue. After that, it’s time to find a solution. I know, easier said than done, am I right?
Don’t worry; just take one step at a time and find a trustworthy co-worker in your office if you need backup support.
It may not be easy, but try to come up with a solution to the problem. Chat with your boss, co-worker, or whoever is causing the issues. Or figure out what you’re doing wrong (such as taking on too much work).
After the problem gets resolved, you shouldn’t feel as burned out!
2. Request Time Off
You may be hesitant to take time off, especially if you love your job. But sometimes it’s necessary if you’ve recently hit a wall.
Everyone gets overwhelmed once in a while. Taking a mini-vacation can give you much-needed time away. Use this time to recharge your batteries and read a good book or two.
Try your best to keep your mind off what has been bugging you during your time away. Sort through your feelings and preferably solve the issues before taking time off. That way, it won’t haunt you while you’re trying to relax.
3. Motivate Yourself Through Online Course Work
It may seem counterintuitive to take online classes when you’re overwhelmed. But some of the reasons why you’re tired could be due to not feeling motivated about your job.
Learning more about your line of work can get you motivated again. Or, say you’re thinking about transferring to a different department. Learning other skills about a new position can help you sell yourself to your boss.
Either way, having more knowledge will only improve your career. So consider taking classes online. They’ll help you be excited about your line of work again and gain a new perspective.
4. Delegate Some of Your Work
If having too much work is the problem, see if you can delegate some of your tasks. If you’re the manager, allow other employees to shine by giving them more responsibility.
And if you’re not a manager, you can still say no when there’s too much on your plate. You may be trying to impress your boss so you can move up the ladder. But if you get overworked, you won’t have much more of yourself to give.
Ask if you can have some of your team members take over some of the work. And if you’re in charge of specific projects, there’s no harm in giving other people more work. It would help if you were putting in the effort as a team, after all.
Not having as much work on your plate should free up some time. With more time, you can take deep breaths and get caught up on the work that may have been keeping you up at night.
5. Consult With a Doctor
There’s always the possibility that a health issue may be causing you to feel burned out. You may be struggling with depression or another health condition, such as diabetes. A health condition such as these could be adding to your stress.
Make sure that there aren’t any health problems that are wreaking havoc on your body. A doctor can help rule out any health concerns and offer advice on which steps you should take.
There’s also the option to get in touch with a therapist. Sometimes it’s good to have someone there to listen to you that isn’t associated with anyone. They can empower you by giving you the tools you need to manage difficult situations better.
Conclusion
After reading through these steps, you should have a better idea on what to do when you’re feeling burned out.
When you’re feeling run down, that’s your body signifying to you that it’s time to slow down. Listen to it so you won’t have health problems!
Continue to take the steps necessary to regain your footing. Only then will you be able to make it through various work challenges that may come your way.
