Managing Anxiety and Burnout (3/3)

Effective communication to creating a supportive work environment

In the last of this series, I will be going through some methods to start conversations, and create a supportive work envrionment that will bolster your mental well- being, address anxiety and burnout.

Firstly, understanding your own needs, triggers and boundaries. It is important to know and reflect on the specific support that would be helpful FOR YOU. Secondly, learning how to SPEAK UP. Communicating your boundaries and needs to your superior is key to managing stress. Use “I” statements—like “I’m feeling overwhelmed by the number of projects this month”—instead of blaming with “you” statements. This encourages understanding, disrupts stress patterns, and opens the door to support. You can then advocate for what you need, such as training, flexible hours, mental health resources, or a more manageable workload. Lastly, tapping into your existing resources. This can include any existing employee asssistance programs, counselling services ro wellness initiatives provided by your organization.

I hope you found this series helpful, and with a last take home message:

Life is never about a single task (nor work), one can live a fulfilling life if you allow yourself to live life differently.