So, according to published data, it is best to fight burnout on your own, without relying on help from managers or colleagues. First of all, experts advised to find out what exactly led to emotional burnout, and only then focus your attention on caring for yourself or being kind to others.

Scientists have concluded that burnout tends to occur for three main reasons: exhaustion (intellectual or physical resources), detachment (lack of communication), and a decreased sense of productivity. It is with identifying the cause of burnout that the fight against this state should begin. So, if it happened due to mental or physical exhaustion, it is worth focusing your attention on taking care of yourself. The experiment has shown that people who take care of themselves, for example, meditate, prepare themselves delicious food, already the next day, the level of burnout decreases.

If aloofness is the cause of burnout, a different approach is needed.
“When you feel detached, focusing on yourself can lead to more detachment, while being kind to others can help restore a sense of connection and belonging to your community. “, – said the researchers.

You can help fight ineffectiveness-induced burnout by building a positive sense of self. For example self-compassion and support from others.