When your behavior changes due to burnout, it is impossible to hide from others. In fact, others may notice you have a problem due to your actions before you do.
Escape is behind most of the behavioral signs of burnout. Escape from the the workplace. Escape from work. Escape from people.
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Don’t let escape become your purpose. Recognize these behavioral signs of burnout and halt burnout before it gets a hold on you:
- Increased absenteeism
- Late to work and early to leave
- Trouble getting started at work
- Withdrawn from work relationships
- Less productive
- Using food, sex, drugs or alcohol to escape
Are there additional behavioral signs of burnout you would add to this list?
So if you’re feeling burnt out, take a vacation. Maybe that’s all you need at the moment.
And severe burnout can lead to depression, right? Scary!