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So last week we covered the three signs of burnout, and this week by request from listener Liz L from Boston will get your

fire burning brightly again with nine ways to cope. So in case you missed

last week's episode we'll do a quick review. So burnout is a state So in

a week's episode, we'll do a quick review. So, burnout is a state that can affect anyone,

but is most prevalent in idealists, strivers, and those who face what's called effort,

reward imbalance, which is working your butt off with no appreciation

or reward. But it's not just Comcast customer service reps, metermaids, and air traffic controllers

getting burned out, any profession given a brutal

workload and unsupportive environment can breed burnout.

So the three big signs of burnout are emotional exhaustion, reduced accomplishment, and something

called depersonalization, which is basically growing bitter and cynical about the people

you're supposed to care enough about to serve.

So this week, what to do about burnout?

Well, before you fantasize about getting arrested, just to get some time off work, here are nine ways to rekindle after a bout

of burnout.

Tip number one, start with your body.

This is cliche, but take care of yourself. How much wine are you

drinking after work? When was the last time you exercised? When was the last time you

ate lunch without staring at your computer? Make a decision to skip fast food, get

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