#How to avoid burnout

[clairethecutepup]

Creative Tip: "Keep it Simple, Stupid," the Importance of Personal Convenience

Lemme give you a piece of advice: no one cares how much effort you put into something, if it's not "good enough" nor "appealing enough" for their personal standards. So, if putting in the most tediously high quality effort doesn't really do squat, make things easier on yourself!

Is a character's design cool, but too much of a pain for you to constantly draw and all? Well, that "cool design" probably won't put your character on the map, but making enough and easier content of them would.

Is it a pain to draw images for your stories you post online? Well, they do say visuals can be eye-catching, but people probably aren't going to give much mind to your writing because it's "too original" (not based on something already with an audience) or they'll avoid something they don't like the written content/style of. So, just keep it to text. I mean, Harry Potter and the Fazbear Fright series seemed to do fine enough as just written words.

Over all, please don't stress yourself to where creation isn't fun any more. Sometimes, higher effort and quality just won't be appreciated; but that's okay, it just means you can make things at your own convenience-- your choice on colored/B+W, your choice on how "animated" your videos/gifs are and so on!

Remember: the best way to make your work noticed is to make too much and spread it too far around (ex: multiple social media accounts) for it to possibly be ignored, and you can't do that if it's too stressful and tedious to make content.

[daughterofyouth]

Self-induced burnout. Is it ambition or pure stupidity? 

In my post about remote work, I mentioned that there was a period in my life when I used to work, study, freelance, and do an internship full-time all at once. During Covid, too.  Even though this was easily the most packed period in my life, it certainly wasn’t the only one.  For years, I was drowning in my obsession with always doing more, knowing more, and being more. I used to work…

[honestkindlereviews]

The Joyful Doer: A New Path to Fulfillment Beyond the Hustle

I used to believe my worth was quantifiable, something I could track in a spreadsheet. It was measured in hours worked, emails answered after midnight, and the sheer volume of tasks I could check off my list. My professional identity was built on a foundation of "hustle"—a relentless, caffeine-fueled pursuit of more. I was celebrated for it. I was promoted for it. And, inevitably, I was broken by it.

My breaking point wasn't a single, dramatic event. It was a slow, creeping erosion of self. It was looking in the mirror one morning and not recognizing the tired, anxious person staring back. I was succeeding by every conventional metric, yet I felt a profound sense of failure. In my quest to be a high-performer, I had optimized the joy right out of my life. My "productivity" had become a cage, and I realized I had built it myself.

The Joyful Doer: Finding Flow and Fulfillment in Gentle Productivity: How to Prioritize Your Energy, Set Soul-Aligned Goals, and Reclaim Your Time for What Truly Matters: BUY EBOOK CLICK HARE

That realization sparked a quiet rebellion. It was a rebellion not against work itself, but against the toxic culture of overwork that we've been conditioned to see as normal. It led me down a path of rediscovery, blending modern science with timeless wisdom to forge a new relationship with productivity—one rooted in gentleness, purpose, and self-compassion. I call this framework "The Joyful Doer," and it's not about doing more, but about being more present, energized, and fulfilled in the work you choose to do.

The Gentle Productivity Revolution: A Framework for Humans

The dominant productivity narrative is built for machines. It’s about optimization, efficiency, and relentless output. But we are not machines. We are cyclical, emotional, and beautifully imperfect beings. The Gentle Productivity Framework is a radical acknowledgment of our humanity. It’s a model that swaps pressure and perfectionism for purpose and peace.

The core principle is revolutionary in its simplicity: your well-being is the foundation of your best work. When you prioritize your health, energy, and inner alignment, sustainable and meaningful productivity becomes the natural byproduct.

H3: Moving from a Culture of Scarcity to a Mindset of Sufficiency

Hustle culture is perpetuated by a myth of scarcity. It tells you there's never enough time, you're not doing enough, and you are not enough. This breeds a low-grade, constant anxiety that keeps you running on a treadmill of busyness.

Gentle productivity invites you into a mindset of sufficiency. It's the understanding that you have enough time for what truly matters. It's the recognition that your worth is inherent, not earned through exhaustion. It's the grace to accept that some days are for planting seeds and others are for harvesting, and many are simply for letting the soil rest. This shift doesn't mean you accomplish less; it means you accomplish what matters with more ease and less internal friction.

Your Energy, Not Your Time, Is Your Greatest Asset

We are a culture obsessed with time management. We use apps, calendars, and complex systems to schedule every minute of our day. But managing time is only half the equation. A perfectly scheduled day is useless if you're too drained to engage with it.

I discovered that the true key to sustainable achievement is energy management. Your energy—physical, mental, and emotional—is the fuel for everything you do. Protecting and intentionally directing it is the most productive thing you can do.

H3: Identifying and Plugging Your "Energy Leaks"

Think of your energy as a reservoir. Throughout the day, certain activities and mindsets act as "leaks," draining your resources. These can be obvious, like lack of sleep, or more subtle, like tolerating a messy workspace, engaging in gossip, or doomscrolling through social media.

I began a practice of conducting a daily "energy audit." I would mindfully note which activities left me feeling energized and which left me feeling depleted. The findings were a revelation. I realized how much energy I was wasting on things that didn't align with my values. By consciously plugging these leaks—setting boundaries, curating my information diet, and creating a more calming environment—I reclaimed a massive amount of energy that I could then invest in my most important work and relationships.

Soul-Aligned Goals: Your Inner Compass

Traditional goal setting often feels like being handed a map and told to follow it, regardless of whether the destination is somewhere you actually want to go. We chase promotions, salary bumps, and external markers of success because we're told we should. The result is often a hollow victory.

Soul-aligned goal setting is about throwing away the map and learning to use your inner compass. Your compass is your unique set of values, passions, and curiosities. A goal is "soul-aligned" when it resonates with this inner guidance system. It feels less like a task you have to force and more like a path you're excited to explore.

H3: The Litmus Test for a Soul-Aligned Goal

How can you tell if a goal is truly aligned with your soul? I use a simple litmus test. When I consider a potential goal, I ask myself:

Does this feel expansive or contractive? An aligned goal should feel open, exciting, and expansive in your body. A misaligned goal often feels tight, heavy, and restrictive.

Is this rooted in "love" or "fear"? Are you moving toward something you genuinely desire (love), or are you trying to move away from a fear of failure, judgment, or inadequacy (fear)?

Will the process of pursuing this goal bring me joy? While challenges are inevitable, the overall journey of an aligned goal should be one that energizes you, not one you have to endure just for the outcome.

When your goals pass this test, motivation ceases to be a struggle. It becomes the natural energy that pulls you forward.

The Myth of Motivation: Overcoming Procrastination with Compassion

I used to believe that to beat procrastination, I needed more discipline, more willpower, more "motivation." I would wait for inspiration to strike, and when it didn't, I'd beat myself up for being lazy. This is the great myth of motivation: the idea that it's a feeling that must precede action.

In reality, it's the other way around: action creates motivation. The challenge, of course, is taking that first step, especially when perfectionism is whispering in your ear that it won't be good enough. The most powerful tool for taking that first step is self-compassion.

H3: The Power of the "Two-Minute Rule"

Self-compassion disarms perfectionism by giving you permission to be a beginner, to be messy, to be imperfect. It replaces the harsh inner critic with a kinder, more encouraging inner coach. When I combined this mindset with a practical strategy, the game changed.

I adopted the "Two-Minute Rule," popularized by James Clear. The idea is to scale down any new habit or daunting task until it can be done in two minutes or less. "Read a book" becomes "Read one page." "Write a report" becomes "Open the document and write one sentence." This makes the barrier to entry so low that it's almost impossible to say no. That tiny action creates a ripple of momentum, which in turn generates the motivation to continue. You're no longer waiting for a feeling; you're creating it.

The Dance of Flow: Engineering Optimal Experience

Flow, that coveted state of being "in the zone," is the pinnacle of joyful productivity. It’s where performance and fulfillment meet. It feels effortless, but it’s not accidental. Flow is a state that can be engineered by creating the right conditions. I think of it as a dance between structure and freedom.

H3: Creating a "Flow-Friendly" Environment

Flow arises when your skills are perfectly matched with the challenge at hand. It requires a clear goal and immediate feedback on your progress. But above all, it requires a sacred space, free from distractions.

Creating a "flow-friendly" environment means being ruthless about protecting your attention. For me, this means putting my phone in another room, using a website blocker, and sometimes even wearing noise-canceling headphones. It's about creating a "deep work" ritual that signals to your brain that it's time to focus. This structure provides the container, the dance floor, within which you have the freedom to lose yourself in your work and perform at your peak.

Bookending Your Day: The Power of Ritual

How you start and end your day has a disproportionate impact on your overall sense of well-being and productivity. Intentional rituals act as "bookends," protecting your peace and creating a clear separation between your personal and professional life.

H3: The Sunrise and Sunset of Your Day

My morning ritual is my anchor. Before I let the world in—before the emails and the news—I take time for myself. It’s a simple combination of hydration, sunlight, movement, and a moment of quiet reflection on my intentions for the day. It’s not about adding more to my to-do list; it's about grounding myself so I can navigate the day from a place of centeredness.

The "shutdown ritual" at the end of the workday is just as crucial. It involves a final check of emails, planning the top priorities for the next day, and then a physical action—like closing my laptop and tidying my desk—that signifies the workday is over. This simple act prevents work from bleeding into my evening, allowing me to be fully present for my family and for my own restoration.

Your Invitation to a More Joyful Way of Doing

This journey from burnout to balance has been about more than just changing my work habits; it's been about reclaiming myself. It's about understanding that the goal of life is not to be a perfect, productive machine, but to be a joyful, fulfilled human being.

Consider this your invitation to step off the hamster wheel. This is your permission to redefine success on your own terms. You don't have to sacrifice your well-being for achievement. You can have both. By embracing a gentler, more human approach to productivity, you can build a life where you not only get meaningful things done but also find deep joy and fulfillment in the process. You were made to thrive, not just survive.

The Joyful Doer: Finding Flow and Fulfillment in Gentle Productivity: How to Prioritize Your Energy, Set Soul-Aligned Goals, and Reclaim Your Time for What Truly Matters: BUY EBOOK CLICK HARE

[dailyfinancial]

Why Overworking Isn’t the Key to Success: A Data-Driven Perspective

“Why overworking isn’t the key to success. Learn how burnout, decreased productivity, and health risks outweigh the benefits of long hours. Explore data-backed insights and actionable tips for achieving sustainable success through work-life balance, creativity, and well-being. Break free from the overworking myth and thrive!” In today’s fast-paced, hyper-competitive world, the idea of success is…

[monicascot]

How to Balance your Goals and Life as a Breadwinner

In this video, we will discuss how to balance your goals and life as a breadwinner. This can be challenging, as the pressure to provide for your family while managing other responsibilities can be overwhelming. However, there are several strategies you can implement to prevent burnout and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

[sreehari28]

Employee burnout is a significant issue in many workplaces, but there are strategies you can implement to energize and empower your employees to overcome burnout. Watch this Webinar to learn more about Employee burnout in workplaces and their strategies!

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[thebirdarts]

Assorted Estinian's drawn from screenshots of the dragoon level 40-50 quests. [please click for better quality]

[airy-was-heree]

You don't really realize you've improved at art until you go back to reuse an old background, and it's so different from what you draw now that you have to redo it entirely

Like look at the difference!! New is on the left, old is on the right

[aria0fgold]

Been playing Cookie Run: Tower Adventures for awhile now and it's kinda funny how even in this game, the earth type cookies gravitates to me. Earth magnet certified.

[know-the-way]

Finally in a job I find emotionally rewarding and morally align with, but it requires 99% of my emotional energy to maintain, so I essentially disintegrate into a pile of human dust the moment I log off. Hobbies? Special interests? Don’t know her. Friendships and social connections? The heart wants to salvage those, but the flesh is… heckin tired, bruh.

[mimiteyy]

this week I’m gonna actually work on the animatic i prommy. needed time to refresh my brain after short film production

[monicascot]

How to Balance your Goals and Life as a Breadwinner

In this video, we will discuss how to balance your goals and life as a breadwinner. This can be challenging, as the pressure to provide for your family while managing other responsibilities can be overwhelming. However, there are several strategies you can implement to prevent burnout and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

[sreehari28]

Providing transparency and honesty is indeed an important strategy for addressing employee burnout. When employees feel that they have access to open and honest communication from their organization, it can contribute to a healthier work environment and help alleviate burnout.

[whitespringbunker]

they should do this different event per day thing more often actually

[armenelols]

Yeah I've just realised it's been months since I posted or reblogged or replied to anything on here, so. Yeah. Obligatory announcement that I am still alive and well. My mind got wiped midway through exam season at the end of january and since they then I've been vibing in a stress free world where I am not worried about anything or doing anything