Coping with Stress and Burnout | Origin: ED400
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Coping with Stress and Burnout
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
There always seems to be time constraints, but you have to MAKE time for yourself. We are in control of a lot of things that may impact our work/life balance.
I will definitely implement more exercise and meditation into my daily routine.
Self-care is crucial in stress and burnout management. It is important to always make time for yourself. Some things I would do more is to ensure I do things I love such as walking more and napping more!
Self care is important. I may not be able to control all obstacles at work, but how I take care of myself at work and outside of work will play a strong role in my ability to be successful.
I do like some of the suggestions that were made by the presenters how to deal with stress on a daily basis, and I plan to implement some of the ideas. I need to return to my daily journal writing, and jot down what I am thankful for each day.
I think this section really reminded me that it doesn't take a whole lot of time to make a daily difference. I also found it interesting that we should take breaks after 90 minutes of work. I definitely forget to take a moment because I am squeezing as much work as I can into my desk time during the day.
I have been more intentional about my nutrition. However, I do need to alter my schedule to allow time for exercise. This includes taking walks. When possible, I can take a walk around the building, while at work.
I have neglected fun activities. My hobbies have taken a back seat during the time I have been teaching. This should be more of a fun activity to pursue.
It's important to prioritize myself.
I learned to stop and think about the need versus the want. The steps it can take to put together a system to ensure you take care of yourself in the middle of navigating work. Work life balance is key and being able to take breaks is necessary.
I enjoy writing, so I can write down three things every day for which I am thankful. I will also determine an important goal (something I look forward to) that I want to reach and map it out in detailed terms to ensure I succeed.
learned some new techniques to help with perspective. I especially like the idea of recalling an impactful event within the last 24 hrs.
Comment on Cecilia Gregg's post: STRESS GETS IN THE WAY OF COMPLETING TASKS. BALANCE IN THE KEY WITH WORK AND HOME
Taking the time we need to process what is going on will help us mitigate the risk of burnout. Also, having a confidant can help, along with taking care of ourselves physically and emotionally.
I learned the importance of perception and also to not be afraid to ask others for help.
What i have learned from this training is to stop and take a deep breath.
To remember to take in control of myself and the commitment i uphold to myself.
Exercise, eat better, sleep better, will be my focus for the next 21 days. We will see if it makes a difference.
I have to make time to incorporate exercise in my work life.
