The Burnout Doc Blog
How Dopamine and Serotonin Affect Burnout and How to Overcome It
Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress and is becoming an increasingly prevalent issue in today's fast-paced world. There are two brain chemicals that are key players in burnout: Dopamine and serotonin. In this...
Care Too Much vs. Being Care-less
Are you working overtime because you just care about work too much? Where do you draw the line between overworking and being careless? Caring too much about work is a common problem that can have serious consequences. When we are driven by a strong work ethic, a...
How to Identify a Toxic Workplace
Working in a toxic workplace can be stressful and frustrating. It's hard to get things done when you're constantly dealing with drama, office politics, and other employees who are unhappy in their jobs. When it comes to burnout, one of the leading causes is a toxic...
The Invisible Work Women Do
Women have long been known to shoulder the bulk of household duties and unpaid labor. The term "invisible work" refers to this type of labor, which can be anything from cleaning to taking care of children. The invisible work women do is often necessary for a family's...
How to Stay Positive When Surrounded by Negativity
Did you used to be a lot more optimistic? Have you noticed that your attitude has gradually declined? This is what can happen when you’re surrounded by naysayers, people who are negative and who focus on why things aren’t going to work instead of figuring out how to...
5 Ways Complaining Gets in the Way of Your Happiness
If you're like most people, complaining is part of your daily routine. Maybe it's a habit that starts with your morning commute or the way your boss treats you. When we complain, we usually think of ourselves as victims—of the weather, our jobs, or our relationships....
Burnout is the Wakeup Call that Transformed a Workaholic
You see work as so much more important than your personal needs. That's what leads you to sacrificing your personal time, to opting to work on a project or check emails on nights and weekends, and to not have quiet enough time for self-care. If that describes you,...
What If You ONLY Worked 40 Hours a Week?
If you spend all day in the office, it's easy to forget that there are other ways to define success or measure what you've accomplished. You may believe that if you're not putting in long hours and working late every night, then your career is doomed. But what if I...
No Time For Feelings
Are you someone who thinks there is no time for feeling – you just have to get the job done? Perhaps you worry that your emotions will overwhelm you and you’ll end up acting them out. Regardless of why you’re not taking the time to process your feelings, understand...
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