10 essential habits to avoid burnout and stay energized

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Do you constantly feel fatigued, overwhelmed, and have no motivation? You may be accelerating towards burnout. We are illustrating in this must-watch animated guide 10 scientifically proven and powerful habits that will help you avoid burnout, regain your energy, and create a life that is more sustainable and productive.  Burnout has yet to become a part of popular language; it still refers to a condition of long-lasting physical and emotional fatigue that can rob your life of health, work, and social interactions. However, there is a silver lining; it is a condition that one can easily avoid. We will let you in on the easier and more fun methods through our lively stick figure animation, and you will be able to apply them immediately. This video is directed towards anyone—students, professionals engaged in various fields, business people, and artists—who are keen on learning how to not only survive but also thrive with energized bodies and minds.  Disregard "hustle culture." It is the right time to do smart work, and not hard work. Learn how to cope with your stress, develop good habits for your health, and strike a balance between work and one’s personal life that is really effective for you.  👇 WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS VIDEO 👇 The 10 signs of burnout you might overlook, the methods of stress relief that you can apply virtually anywhere, and even the studies that back up why breaks are so effective when it comes to making one more productive and alert. Moreover, we will talk about how to establish and uphold a strong no at work and life in general, and we will be sharing very simple daily routines that can help you steadily boost your energy levels.  ✅ STAY CONNECTED ✅ Did these habits help you? Tell us in the COMMENTS below which one you will be trying first! The interaction really helps our channel grow.  If this animated guide on preventing burnout was helpful to you, please, LIKE it and SUBSCRIBE for more stick figure animation videos on mental health, productivity, and self-improvement.  🔔 Don't forget to hit the NOTIFICATION BELL so you never miss an upload that can help you live a more energized and balanced life!  💡 KEYWORDS & RELATED TOPICS 💡 This video is a comprehensive guide on burnout prevention and how to stay energized. We cover essential topics for improving your well-being, including stress management techniques, signs of burnout, how to recover from burnout, tips for work-life balance, daily habits for high energy, mental health at work, increasing productivity without stress, preventing chronic fatigue, and self-care strategies for busy people. This animated explanation makes these complex topics easy to understand and apply.  #Burnout #StayEnergized #MentalHealth #Productivity #SelfCare

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00:00always feeling drained, it appears that you are not the one and only person.

00:03I am sharing today 10 habits that will change your life in a positive way and

00:08allow you to defeat burnout and restore your vigor.

00:12Stay tuned as the 7th one is an absolute game changer.

00:15This video comes to the rescue for the ones who have been empty lately.

00:18Burnout is a real problem that millions of people suffer from daily.

00:22Thankfully, you have the power to stop it.

00:24Let us take a look at these 10 vital habits.

00:27Habit number 1, set clear boundaries.

00:29Your phone does not have to be with you all the time, that's for sure.

00:32To start, get the boundaries of your work life set.

00:35When the clock strikes the end of your shift, you are out.

00:38Just after work, turn off those email notifications.

00:41Your mind will be grateful, believe me.

00:44Tomorrow, that email will still be there.

00:46Be open about your boundaries.

00:48With your boss and co-workers, most people will honor them once you bring them up.

00:52If you are working from home, make your separate places for work and leisure time.

00:55Keep in mind that as much as boundaries are not walls, they are rules that help you to

01:00attain a harmonious existence.

01:02Habit number 2, prioritize sleep.

01:04I understand.

01:05You might have heard this repeatedly, nevertheless.

01:08The question is are you putting it into practice?

01:107 to 9 hours every night is what you should be aiming for.

01:14Establish a bedtime ritual.

01:16An hour before sleeping, put your phone away.

01:18Your body requires good sleep for recharging, just like your smartphone does.

01:22Make the temperature of your room cool, dark, and quiet for the best quality sleep.

01:26Try to go to bed and get up at the same time daily, even during weekends.

01:30When you have had enough sleep, you do better, more patient, and more successful in dealing

01:35with stress.

01:36Habit number 3, take real breaks.

01:38Instagram's lunchtime scrolling isn't a break.

01:41Leave your workplace for a while.

01:43Walk.

01:44Have your lunch without being glued to a screen.

01:47A quick 15-minute break can actually change the whole day for you.

01:50The Pomodoro Method might work for you.

01:5325 minutes of work followed by 5 minutes of a break.

01:56Use the break time for stretching, deep breathing, or simply gazing outside.

02:00Your brain actually gets sharper and capable of better.

02:03Problem solving when you regularly allow it the rest breaks.

02:07Habit number 4, move your body daily.

02:09There is no need to become a fitness fanatic.

02:11Just be active.

02:12Choose the stairs instead of the elevator.

02:15Little by little stretch.

02:16Enjoy your body moving through the house with dancing.

02:18Movement generates endorphins in our bodies, which are in fact the happiest chemicals

02:23of the brain.

02:24Even 20 minutes of exercise has a big impact on your day.

02:28Experiment with different activities and find one that makes you happy, like dog walking,

02:32yoga, or shooting hoops with friends.

02:34Besides all this, you will also get to enjoy sleeping at night and relieving anxiety through

02:40the natural way of exercise.

02:42The ideal workout for you is the one you can commit to and enjoy, so don't force yourself

02:46to do what you dislike.

02:47Habit number 5, learn to say no.

02:50It is difficult for those who always want to please others.

02:53However, one cannot offer something that has not been given.

02:56To say no is not to be egocentric.

02:58On the contrary, it is a sign of intelligence.

03:00You may not be at each gathering.

03:02Take every task and assist anybody who asks for help.

03:05Keep your energy safe.

03:07Use phrases like, I appreciate you thinking of me, but I can't commit to that right now,

03:11as part of your practice.

03:12Every time you agree to take up something that tires you, do not forget that you, are

03:17saying no to something which, could be a source of energy for you.

03:20You can begin with an easy one, turn down one thing this week and then, see how it feels

03:25when you, get that time back for yourself.

03:28Habit number 6, eat regular, nutritious meals.

03:31Are you skipping meals and living on coffee?

03:33Yes, that's a one-way ticket to Burnout City.

03:36Treat your body with good food at the same time every day.

03:39Always have healthy snacks around you.

03:40You wouldn't run your car without gas, so don't do it to yourself.

03:44Habit number 7, practice the 2-minute rule.

03:47If any task takes less than 2 minutes, just do it at once.

03:50Send that text back.

03:51Hang that coat.

03:52Wash that plate.

03:53This way, minor tasks won't accumulate and cause you stress.

03:57It's a simple thing, but it's also very powerful.

04:00Habit number 8, connect with people you love.

04:02When you are under pressure, you might withdraw from the world.

04:05Don't.

04:06Reach out to a friend.

04:07Share a meal with your family.

04:08The bond with others is critical for your mental health.

04:11These occasions are the reminders of the reason for your hard work.

04:14Habit number 9, schedule fun like it's important.

04:17Because it is important.

04:19Just like work meetings, put fun activities on your calendar.

04:22Whether it's time for your hobby, a movie night, or a new restaurant, you have to plan it.

04:27If it is not on the calendar, it will not happen.

04:29You deserve to be happy, not just to be productive.

04:32Habit number 10, regularly self-check.

04:34Each week, take a 10-minute break and reflect on yourself with the following questions.

04:39What are the true feelings I have?

04:41What takes my energy away?

04:42What gives me energy?

04:44Self-awareness is a powerful tool.

04:46You can take action and avoid burnout if you pay attention to the signs early.

04:49So, that's it, 10 habits that can prevent you from burnout and keep you energized.

04:54Just remember, it is not necessary to put all of them into practice immediately.

04:58Pick one or two that you feel most connected to and start with them.

05:01Minor modifications lead to major impacts.

05:03Which one will be the first to try out?

05:05Please leave a comment below.

05:07And in case this video was of any assistance to you,

05:09click the like button and subscribe for more content on health.

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