HEALTH COACHING X BURNOUT
Because what you’ve been taught to do doesn’t actually work
Recover from chronic stress and learn a more sustainable way to be successful at work while prioritizing your health and wellness
↓ HERE'S HOW WE DO IT ↓
If you want a different result, make a different choice
“How did I get here again?”
Chances are this isn’t your first rodeo on the burnout wheel.
There is a pattern under stress in which you double down and prioritize hard work over all of your other values. If I just work harder…If I can just get to X, it’ll get better…I just need to catch up…
This creates a drastic imbalance in your life and is a fast track to burnout.
Whether this pattern is by personal choice (hard work pays off #HWPO), lack of personal boundaries (unable to say no, detach, disconnect), or increased pressure from your employer (cost saving measures, hiring freezes) this belief has to be unlearned and replaced with a more sustainable strategy for success.
↓ BURNOUT STARTS WITH THE BEST OF INTENTIONS ↓
The road to hell is paved with good intentions
It's not your fault. We've been conditioned by past generations and leaders to believe that nonstop hard work is the key to success, from CEO Jack Welch to #HustleCulture.
This may have been true in a world with fax machines and landlines, where built-in boundaries and hard stops existed due to limited internet access. The work worlds of 2004 and 2014 are drastically different from today’s environment.
Many leaders still operate as they did in 2004 and 2014 and expect you to do the same to succeed. However, the brute force strategy of their version of hard work no longer works.
In today's tech-driven world with AI optimization and constant connectivity, there are fewer built-in boundaries, and access is often expected 24/7. It's no wonder we're chronically stressed, exhausted, and unhealthy.
Modern challenges require modern solutions. It's time to learn a new way to balance work and wellness, embracing strategies that prioritize your health while maintaining productivity in today’s demanding environment.
↓ HERE'S HOW A HEALTH COACH CAN HELP ↓
First, recover and heal from chronic stress and burnout
Living in chronic stress and overdrive takes a significant toll on us physically and mentally. Because this state becomes our norm, we often don't realize how exhausted we are until we finally slow down.
Recovery involves both physiological and psychological healing—restoring your body and mind. While everyone's needs are unique, this phase can include practices like regular physical activity, adequate sleep, a balanced diet, and relaxation techniques such as mindfulness and meditation.
The goal here isn't to do more but to do less. Simplifying and focusing on the essentials is crucial for restoring your body and mind to a healthier state.
Then, realign yourself with your values and priorities
Burnout occurs when there's an imbalance between the demands asked of us and the resources we can provide. We've been conditioned to believe, "If I just work harder or give more, it'll get better."
The problem is that the extra time, effort, and mental capacity we invest must come from somewhere else. At this point on the path to burnout, we start neglecting other areas of our health, wellness, and life that we truly value.
In this phase, we reflect on what matters most, ensuring that hard work and career ambitions don't overshadow your health, fitness, and personal life. You'll set clear priorities that balance professional goals with personal well-being, fostering a more fulfilling and sustainable lifestyle.
This realignment helps prevent future burnout and promotes overall happiness.
Finally, optimize your work for wellness
This is where the real work begins.
Implement strategies to create a healthier work-life balance. Establish boundaries to protect your personal time, and improve work efficiency not just for increased productivity but to gain more free time.
Adopt techniques like time management, delegation, and mindful working to ensure that your professional life supports rather than hinders your overall wellness.
Most importantly, focus on developing new habits that align with your true values and priorities. Break the cycle of overworking when career pressures increase, choosing actions that support a balanced and fulfilling life.
The result?
A winning situation for your work life and wellness
Life is short. Start today.