Lately, I wanted to write something about work-life and spent a lot of time doing topic research. Even though I came across a ton of things to write about, this was something that got my attention. Why so? Because I have been working remotely (both work from home and work from anywhere) for a long time now. So, my experience with burnout

Cozy Clothes, Work from Couch, No Commute, and Yet We are Burned Out

Over 69% of employees are experiencing burnout symptoms while working from home

  • Burnouts can affect your physical and mental well-being to a great degree
  • How to prevent work from home burnout?

Try not to procrastinate

Procrastination is putting off or delaying essential tasks until the last minute

  • Common reasons for this include poor time management, lack of concentration, anxiety, a negative belief about your capabilities, etc.
  • It is not something that you cannot overcome.

Do not work on your week offs

Most remote employees tend to work on their offs not because of a heavy workload but because they have procrastinated the whole week.

  • Do not overwork with the hope that you’ll be noticed by the company and earn that accolade of the most dedicated employee

The Bottom Line

Avoiding remote work burnout isn’t an easy feat or doesn’t happen overnight.

  • If you’re a remote professional and have been falling prey to burnout, I hope the tips mentioned in this article help you deal with it.Share your experiences with burnout with us.

Take breaks (whenever needed)

According to various studies, we can find solutions to problems when we let our brain wander, and breaks help with just that

  • Take a walk, read a magazine, or do something completely different to untangle your brain
  • Try to determine when your breaks work best
  • Leave your workplace and go outside for 5-10 minutes

Here is How You Can Deal with Remote Work Burnout

I am not a certified professional in dealing with these scenarios

  • All the points I am mentioning here are from my years of experience as a remote blogger and are based on trial and error
  • Several ways have worked and few did not

Don’t be all by yourself (make friends at work)

If your employer is not treating you correctly, and you want to raise this concern, you certainly need people to support you.

  • And that can only happen when you talk with your colleagues, build a bond, and become good friends.

Take vacations!

Take a break from work to rejuvenate that drained and exhausted mind of yours.

  • Go to a nearby destination, stay in an Airbnb, cook for yourself, go cycling, or do anything you like – give one weekend to yourself. It deserves it.

Set the tone right for your day

Try to start your day early in the morning

  • Early risers are energetic and can get a lot of things done in 24 hours
  • Go to the gym at 6 am, freshen up, have a protein shake and breakfast, and go straight to work
  • Play your favorite playlist while going through email and sorting out tasks

Have a dedicated workplace

Working on the couch or the bed or the dining table has never been my cup of tea.

  • I have converted an entire room into my office, and all of my 9-5, side-hustle, and freelancing happen in this same room (the office).

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