NEW START // ISSUE 6 // 45 QUIZ - ARE YOU HEADING FOR BURNOUT? ANSWERS

MOSTLY A’S Fried to a crisp - You seem to be having a difficult time coping with the demands of daily life. You frequently find yourself feeling overwhelmed, having little energy, and being unable to manage stress effectively.

Having started out as an excellent worker, it may be that your desire to get ahead has left you unable to control your workload. You have become overwhelmed so have lost your focus, resulting in substandard work.

Don’t give up, it’s possible to enjoy your work again. Try these top tips: Try setting realistic and attainable goals. Draw a distinction between your work life and home life. Learn from your mistakes. It may help to speak to someone to get you back on track.

MOSTLY B’S Gently grilled - You seem to be fairly happy and well-balanced. Your energy means you are able to meet the demands of daily life while managing stress. Having the ability to control and recognise your feelings and act on them accordingly, before they get out of hand. Although you may make a few mistakes which can get to you, you make sure you learn from them. With the ability to get on with your work colleagues, you enjoy being part of a team, especially if you are in a senior position.

Although you have your stress levels under control, follow these top tips to ensure you don’t reach burn out: Maintain realistic and attainable goals. Make time for yourself. Don’t close your mind to diversifying what you do. Learn how to say no. Reading a few books about handling stress may help keep it at bay.

MOSTLY C’S

Steamed to perfection - If you were any more laid back you would be horizontal. You seem to be typically happy and very well-balanced when it comes to work. You are full of energy and capable of managing any stress that comes your way. You always plan ahead and remain positive about your work and future. You separate work and home easily which allows you to relax and enjoy your non-working time.

So, if you’ve scored in this range, just keep doing what you are doing and you‘ll continue to thrive!

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