subject: What Are The Most Common Job Burnout Symptoms? [print this page] Ask yourself these questionsAsk yourself these questions. The more often you respond Yes, the more likely it is that you are suffering from burnout syndrome or are very close to it. Be honest with yourself.
Do you find that you are becoming or have been more critical of yourself?
Do you use sarcasm at work often?
Have you forgotten the last time you laughed until your stomach hurt?
Do you drag yourself into work each morning?
Do you find it more difficult to focus your attention on tasks now?
Have you become more irritable and less patient with co-workers, customers, or family members?
Do you feel like your career is stuck?
Do you feel no professional fulfillment and have begun to think its normal to feel that way?
Is it difficult for you to laugh at yourself?
Are you eating more, drinking more alcohol, smoking more, or even using drugs or sedatives?
Do you have problems going to bed at night?
Have you begun to get migraines or back pains?
Do you feel like your career gives you no personal satisfaction?
If you answered Yes to any of these questions, you may be experiencing or may be on your way to experiencing job burnout. Some of these symptoms can also be indications of depression and related conditions. You should consult with your health care provider about your symptoms.
Keep in mind that nobody is perfect. You dont have super powers nor are you expected to be a super hero. It is humanly impossible to do and be everything to everyone.
