With the Covid-19 pandemic hitting everyone badly, it’s almost impossible to eliminate stress from our daily life. Employment and financial crisis have been massively impacted, leaving many to undergo immense stress. Companies are struggling to keep afloat, employees are on the edge of their career, and others are simply trying to make ends meet for their loved ones. While the crisis snowballs, mental and physical health is being pushed to the limit where one might face burnout. Working from home has affected many companies which has left many employees submitting to burnout due to amplified work pressure. Be careful if you have any of these mental and physical symptoms.
Mental Symptoms
Mental fatigue
Indecision
Mood swings
Unable to concentrate
Anxiety and panic attacks
Difficulty remembering things
Feeling insecure
Distrust
Low self-esteem
Cynicism
Physical Symptoms
Fatigue and sleep problems
Muscle strain
Headaches
Intestinal problems
High heart rate
Distress
Fast breathing
Support
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you might be at the verge of burnout. If so, it is important that you do not keep working at the same pace. Seek support. It can be difficult to raise this directly with your employer. That is why your doctor can be a good first point of contact.
