What can I do about Being Overwhelmed in the Workplace?
Do you dread going to work every day? Is sleep eluding you most nights because of so many work-related thoughts? Is your job not giving you joy or fulfillment anymore? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be experiencing overwhelm and/or burnout.
Work-related stress is common; it is, in fact, considered a major source of worry for many. A survey conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA) showed that only 37 percent of Americans are sufficiently managing the pressure that comes with their work. This leaves over 60 percent struggling with work stress.
Work Burnout Defined
Every job has its stressors, no matter how much passion you have for it. Chronic exposure to excessive work stress is not healthy. You can be swamped with too much work and responsibilities that may lead to emotional overwhelm .Burnout can happen when we are chronically overwhelmed. Burnout can also lead to anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.
We can burnout in response to chronic stress. Without intervention, pressures may mount until you become emotionally and physically drained. It can make you feel inept, tired, empty, hopeless, helpless, even distrustful and resentful. You may feel you have given your all and you have nothing more to give.
Combating Burnout with Counseling
The nature of your job or profession has nothing to do with workplace burnout. Whether you are a trainee or a successful CEO, you can be overwhelmed at work. Passionate and hard-driven people may be more susceptible to burnout because of having ambitious goals. Industry and company leaders are also inherently stressed with their desire to stay on top and to provide a good environment to the people working for them.
It can be hard to accept that you can’t please everyone. No one can “do it all” and trying to can leave you burned out and exhausted. Counseling can help you to explore your possibly unreasonable expectations and find ways to cope more effectively with stress.
Get Some Support
Often, it is hard to overcome emotional overwhelm on your own. You need someone to listen to you and assist you in sorting out what needs to be done and help you move forward. Carolina Counseling Services – Fayetteville, NC contracts with effective, licensed therapists who can help you avoid burnout and accomplish your goals in a healthy way.
You deserve support. You can reach your goals in ways that don’t lead to burnout. Call CCS today to schedule your first appointment. Online counseling and in person sessions are available.
PO BOX 9909 Fayetteville, NC 28311