Avoid Burnout

Burnout is not your fault.

But it’s your responsibility to fix it.

Ignoring this almost cost me my career. 🚨

I wore burnout like a badge of honor.
Until it wore me out beyond repair.

Dr. Dalton-Smith’s work offers us a way out.
↳ Rest beyond sleep
↳ Recharge your mind
↳ Refuel your purpose

Here are the 7 types of rest we need to thrive:

1/ Mental Rest: Calming Our Busy Minds

✅ Clear stress to restore focus
↳ Meditate for 10 minutes
↳ Do a brain dump on paper
↳ Set “worry time” to address concerns
↳ Practice breathing exercises (4 in, 4 out)
↳ Take a nature walk without your phone

2/ Physical Rest: Restoring Our Bodies

✅ Release physical tension
↳ Get a massage
↳ Take a relaxing bath
↳ Sleep 7-9 hours each night
↳ Release tension with gentle yoga
↳ Take a 20-minute recovery nap

3/ Sensory Rest: Reducing Sensory Overload

✅ Reset your nervous system
↳ Dim the lights
↳ Sit in a quiet space at home
↳ Turn off all notifications for the day
↳ Try a digital detox for a few hours

4/ Social Rest: Nurturing Our Relationships

✅ Choose your social circle wisely
↳ Have quality time with family
↳ Meet a friend who energizes you
↳ Set boundaries on weekend work calls
↳ Say no to draining social obligations

5/ Creative Rest: Embracing Our Imagination

✅ Find your creative joy
↳ Try a new hobby
↳ Cook a new recipe
↳ Visit an art gallery or museum
↳ Spend time in nature for fresh ideas
↳ Listen to inspiring podcasts

6/ Emotional Rest: Regulating Our Emotions

✅ Process and release emotional stress
↳ Journal your thoughts
↳ Set healthy boundaries with others
↳ Share your feelings with someone you trust
↳ Let go of work stress through action

7/ Spiritual Rest: Finding Our Purpose

✅ Refresh your ‘why’ and values
↳ Help someone in need
↳ Reflect on your values and purpose
↳ Write down 3 things you’re grateful for
↳ Connect with a community that shares your belief

By the way,
Burnout is contagious.
Fix it before it causes any more serious damage.