One sign that burnout is setting in is how we feel physically. It causes fatigue, insomnia, sadness, and irritability.
Could there be a weekly and/or daily routine we can implement to prevent burnout? Experts say there is; here's what they recommend:
Do you feel anxious on Sundays?
Take 15 minutes to plan.
Creating a weekly routine to prevent burnout begins at the start of the work week. Planning ahead for the week not only gives us the opportunity to see what lies ahead, but also allows us to create time to relax and do things we enjoy.
No more than 15 minutes spent planning the week brings us calm and a sense of order.
30 minutes of exercise
Burning calories can also help prevent exhaustion.
Exercise is a great stress reliever, a social opportunity, and a mindfulness practice. Whether it's high-intensity movements such as plyometrics or HIIT, or more fluid movements such as yoga and walking, the idea is to choose an activity that we enjoy.
Get up from negative thinking and write it down.
If you feel like everything is getting a little overwhelming, take a moment to get the conversation out of your head and onto paper, or even onto your phone.
You don't need to save what you write; the goal is to express our thoughts and feelings in a safe environment rather than continuing to dwell on them.
Create brief moments of peace and rejuvenation.
Short moments of silence and short 5-10 minute naps after a task or meeting that drains our energy can turn a tiring day into a peaceful one. Just two minutes of closing our eyes and focusing on our breathing can give us a boost and make us feel refreshed.
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