Since the start of the global pandemic, the World Health Organization has noted a 25% increase worldwide in feelings of anxiety, stress, and depression. While these feelings are valid and understood, experiencing them for long periods of time can lead to burnout.
As your partner in oral health, we care about your overall well-being. Here are a few tips for taming burnout that we hope you find helpful.
Reconnect with yourself. Take time to look at the bigger picture and refocus your efforts there. Journaling is a great way to do this.
Prevent future burnout. One of the best ways to do this is to implement boundaries to help you stay out of stressful situations.
Find support around you. Chances are, it’ll be easier than you think. We bet you’ve got people in your life who have gone through or are going through the same thing.