The Importance of Scheduling
Time blocking
In a fast-paced world that uses technology platforms to run efficiently, the presence of the very same platforms can distract us from our tasks and break our focus amidst our work.
Time blocking is a time management method that divides your day into chucks of hours at time
Each chuck or block is focused on accomplishing a specific task
Understanding the cognitive shifting: Alternating between different task uses
More prudent to consolidate each task into a few hours blocks, leading to increased flow state
Although there are benefits of time blocking, it might not always be an effective tool.
Wrongful estimation of time required for each task can create more stress and pressure
Failure to incorporate rest times can lead to fatigue
The nature of the task may deem blocking to be less useful, such as memorising information
Experimentation and preferences are key!
The importance of learning when and how to stop
Burnout Overview
Challenging ourselves is a good thing, but pushing ourselves too much and for too long can lead to burnout.
What is burnout? A state of emotional, mental, or physical exhaustion due to prolonged stress
It is a chronic condition, unlike the short-term feeling of tiredness after long working hours
When we’re not in a good state of mental or physical health, it affects how we perform in all aspects of our life (work, social, and personal).
How to tell when you might be feeling burned out
Cynicism
Anger
Irritability
Lethargy
Sense of dread
Symptoms of Burnout
Physical Signs
Feeling drained most of the time
Change in appetite or sleep habits
Frequent illnesses
Emotional Signs
Sense of failure and self-doubt
Loss of motivation
Cynical and negative outlook
Feeling helpless and detached
Behavioural Signs
Withdrawing from responsibilities
Isolating yourself from others
Procrastinating, taking longer to get things done
Using food, drugs, alcohol, or other substances to cope
Countering Burnout
Learning limits and setting expectations
Change your approach to managing stress, build resilience
It’s important to keep checking in with yourself and keep tabs on how you might be feeling, especially during busy periods. Symptoms leading up to a burnout can be slow, and subtle, but the key to preventing burnout is to catch it early.
Even if you do happen to find yourself suddenly overwhelmed, it is perfectly alright to ask for help from others. It is never too late to do so in any situation.
Set the right expectations
High expectations are good for motivation. However when met with failure, it is important to be able to bounce back
Nothing wrong with prioritising health!
Know your limits and take responsibility
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