Finding your Work Life Balance

Farmers often deflect Stress• I’m stressed because…

o Weather, mechanical upkeep, veterinary bills, etc.

Unchecked – Stress can lead to burnout

• SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUT

Unchecked – Stress can lead to burnout

• SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUTo Low energy & motivation

Unchecked – Stress can lead to burnout

• SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUTo Low energy and motivationo Severe irritability… losing your temper easily. Feeling restless and agitated

Unchecked – Stress can lead to burnout

• SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUTo Low energy and motivationo Severe irritability… losing your temper easily. Feeling restless and agitatedo Physical pain (usually back pain, stomach or bowel problems and headaches)

Unchecked – Stress can lead to burnout

• SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUTo Low energy and motivationo Severe irritability… losing your temper easily. Feeling restless and agitatedo Physical pain (usually back pain, stomach or bowel problems and headaches)o Problems sleeping

Unchecked – Stress can lead to burnout

• SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUTo Low energy and motivationo Severe irritability… losing your temper easily. Feeling restless and agitatedo Physical pain (usually back pain, stomach or bowel problems and headaches)o Problems sleepingo Change in attitude – becoming cynical, detached, feelings of being ineffective

Unchecked – Stress can lead to burnout

• SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUTo Low energy and motivationo Severe irritability… losing your temper easily. Feeling restless and agitatedo Physical pain (usually back pain, stomach or bowel problems and headaches)o Problems sleepingo Change in attitude – becoming cynical, detached, feelings of being ineffectiveo Turning to alcohol, gambling, food, etc. as ways to vent anxiety and frustration

Unchecked – Stress can lead to burnout

• SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUTo Low energy and motivationo Severe irritability… losing your temper easily. Feeling restless and agitatedo Physical pain (usually back pain, stomach or bowel problems and headaches)o Problems sleepingo Change in attitude – becoming cynical, detached, feelings of being ineffectiveo Turning to alcohol, gambling, food, etc. as ways to vent anxiety and frustrationo Sexual problems

Unchecked – Stress can lead to burnout

• SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUTo Low energy and motivationo Severe irritability… losing your temper easily. Feeling restless and agitatedo Physical pain (usually back pain, stomach or bowel problems and headaches)o Problems sleepingo Change in attitude – becoming cynical, detached, feelings of being ineffectiveo Turning to alcohol, gambling, food, etc. as ways to vent anxiety and frustrationo Sexual problemso Problems concentrating

Unchecked – Stress can lead to burnout

• SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUTo Low energy and motivationo Severe irritability… losing your temper easily. Feeling restless and agitatedo Physical pain (usually back pain, stomach or bowel problems and headaches)o Problems sleepingo Change in attitude – becoming cynical, detached, feelings of being ineffectiveo Turning to alcohol, gambling, food, etc. as ways to vent anxiety and frustrationo Sexual problemso Problems concentratingo Men are particularly bad when it comes to admitting burnout as they tend to have this belief that they have to

be strong and in control of their emotions. Men often deny burnout or cover it up by drinking too much or behaving recklessly or exploding with anger

Causes of Job Burnout• Job burnout can result from various factors including:

Causes of Job Burnout• Job burnout can result from various factors including:

o Work-life imbalance - If your work takes up so much of your time and effort that you don't have the energy to spend time with your family and friends, you might burn out quickly.

Causes of Job Burnout• Job burnout can result from various factors including:

o Work-life imbalance - If your work takes up so much of your time and effort that you don't have the energy to spend time with your family and friends, you might burn out quickly.

o Lack of control - An inability to influence decisions that affect your job — such as your schedule, assignments or workload — could lead to job burnout. So could a lack of the resources you need to do your work.

Causes of Job Burnout• Job burnout can result from various factors including:

o Work-life imbalance - If your work takes up so much of your time and effort that you don't have the energy to spend time with your family and friends, you might burn out quickly.

o Lack of control - An inability to influence decisions that affect your job — such as your schedule, assignments or workload — could lead to job burnout. So could a lack of the resources you need to do your work.

o Unclear job expectations

Causes of Job Burnout• Job burnout can result from various factors including:

o Work-life imbalance - If your work takes up so much of your time and effort that you don't have the energy to spend time with your family and friends, you might burn out quickly.

o Lack of control - An inability to influence decisions that affect your job — such as your schedule, assignments or workload — could lead to job burnout. So could a lack of the resources you need to do your work.

o Unclear job expectations o Dysfunctional workplace dynamics

Causes of Job Burnout• Job burnout can result from various factors including:

o Work-life imbalance - If your work takes up so much of your time and effort that you don't have the energy to spend time with your family and friends, you might burn out quickly.

o Lack of control - An inability to influence decisions that affect your job — such as your schedule, assignments or workload — could lead to job burnout. So could a lack of the resources you need to do your work.

o Unclear job expectations o Dysfunctional workplace dynamicso Extremes of activity – When a job is monotonous or chaotic, you need constant energy to remain focused

which can lead to fatigue and job burnout.

Causes of Job Burnout• Job burnout can result from various factors including:

o Work-life imbalance - If your work takes up so much of your time and effort that you don't have the energy to spend time with your family and friends, you might burn out quickly.

o Lack of control - An inability to influence decisions that affect your job — such as your schedule, assignments or workload — could lead to job burnout. So could a lack of the resources you need to do your work.

o Unclear job expectations o Dysfunctional workplace dynamicso Extremes of activity – When a job is monotonous or chaotic, you need constant energy to remain focused

which can lead to fatigue and job burnout.o Lack of social support – If you feel isolated at work and in your personal life, you might feel more stressed

Job Burnout Risk Factors• You might be more likely to experience job burnout if:

Job Burnout Risk Factors• You might be more likely to experience job burnout if:

o You identify so strongly with work that you lack balance between your work life and your personal life

Job Burnout Risk Factors• You might be more likely to experience job burnout if:

o You identify so strongly with work that you lack balance between your work life and your personal lifeo You have a high workload (including overtime work)

Job Burnout Risk Factors• You might be more likely to experience job burnout if:

o You identify so strongly with work that you lack balance between your work life and your personal lifeo You have a high workload (including overtime work)o You try to be everything to everyone

Job Burnout Risk Factors• You might be more likely to experience job burnout if:

o You identify so strongly with work that you lack balance between your work life and your personal lifeo You have a high workload (including overtime work)o You try to be everything to everyoneo You feel you have little or no control over your work

Job Burnout Risk Factors• You might be more likely to experience job burnout if:

o You identify so strongly with work that you lack balance between your work life and your personal lifeo You have a high workload (including overtime work)o You try to be everything to everyoneo You feel you have little or no control over your worko Your job is monotonous

Consequences of Job Burnout• Ignored or unaddressed job burnout can have significant

consequences including:

Consequences of Job Burnout• Ignored or unaddressed job burnout can have significant

consequences including: o Excessive Stress

Consequences of Job Burnout• Ignored or unaddressed job burnout can have significant

consequences including: o Excessive Stresso Fatigue

Consequences of Job Burnout• Ignored or unaddressed job burnout can have significant

consequences including: o Excessive Stresso Fatigueo Insomnia

Consequences of Job Burnout• Ignored or unaddressed job burnout can have significant

consequences including: o Excessive Stresso Fatigueo Insomniao Sadness, anger or irritability

Consequences of Job Burnout• Ignored or unaddressed job burnout can have significant

consequences including: o Excessive Stresso Fatigueo Insomniao Sadness, anger or irritabilityo Alcohol or substance misuse

Consequences of Job Burnout• Ignored or unaddressed job burnout can have significant

consequences including: o Excessive Stresso Fatigueo Insomniao Sadness, anger or irritabilityo Alcohol or substance misuseo Heart disease

Consequences of Job Burnout• Ignored or unaddressed job burnout can have significant

consequences including: o Excessive Stresso Fatigueo Insomniao Sadness, anger or irritabilityo Alcohol or substance misuseo Heart diseaseo High blood pressure

Consequences of Job Burnout• Ignored or unaddressed job burnout can have significant

consequences including: o Excessive Stresso Fatigueo Insomniao Sadness, anger or irritabilityo Alcohol or substance misuseo Heart diseaseo High blood pressureo Type 2 diabetes

Consequences of Job Burnout• Ignored or unaddressed job burnout can have significant

consequences including: o Excessive Stresso Fatigueo Insomniao Sadness, anger or irritabilityo Alcohol or substance misuseo Heart diseaseo High blood pressureo Type 2 diabeteso Vulnerability to illnesses

How to Fight Burnout• Try to take action… to get started:

How to Fight Burnout• Try to take action… to get started:

o Be aware that you’re stressed out! The first step is always knowing and admitting that you’re stretched too thin

How to Fight Burnout• Try to take action… to get started:

o Be aware that you’re stressed out! The first step is always knowing and admitting you’re stretched too thino Evaluate your options – Try to set goals for what must get done and what can wait.

How to Fight Burnout• Try to take action… to get started:

o Be aware that you’re stressed out! The first step is always knowing and admitting you’re stretched too thino Evaluate your options – Try to set goals for what must get done and what can wait.o Seek support – Tell your partner, doctor or a friend about how you’re feeling. Be honest. Don’t be ashamed or

afraid.

How to Fight Burnout• Try to take action… to get started:

o Be aware that you’re stressed out! The first step is always knowing and admitting you’re stretched too thino Evaluate your options – Try to set goals for what must get done and what can wait.o Seek support – Tell your partner, doctor or a friend about how you’re feeling. Be honest. Don’t be ashamed or

afraid.o Change up the workload (if possible) Reduce how much you’re doing by sharing the workload with someone

or ask a friend/family member or the farming community if any farmers can help.

How to Fight Burnout• Try to take action… to get started:

o Get some sleep – Sleep restores well-being and helps protect your health.

How to Fight Burnout• Try to take action… to get started:

o Get some sleep – Sleep restores well-being and helps protect your health.o Physical activity – Regular physical activity helps reduce stress

How to Fight Burnout• Try to take action… to get started:

o Get some sleep – Sleep restores well-being and helps protect your health.o Physical activity – Regular physical activity helps reduce stresso Take some time out – This is the hardest thing for a farmer to do but taking time off work helps a person get a

fresh perspective on life.

How to Fight Burnout• Try to take action… to get started:

o Get some sleep – Sleep restores well-being and helps protect your health.o Physical activity – Regular physical activity helps reduce stresso Take some time out – This is the hardest thing for a farmer to do but taking time off work helps a person get a

fresh perspective on life. o Try to face situations with openness and patience and without judgment. Keep an open mind!

• Job Burnout: How to spot it and take action. (2018, November 21). Mayo Clinic. Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/burnout/art-20046642