How to recover from work stress

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Burnout Prevention Skill: How to Recover from Work Stress

Are you feeling overwhelmed and wondering how to recover from your stress at work? Preventing burnout requires intentional steps. This post is part of a series designed to help you build resilience and manage stress more effectively.

Skill #1: Create a Recovery Practice

Your recovery practice doesn’t have to be lengthy—it just needs to be something you do consistently. Short breaks of 5-10 minutes during the day can have a significant impact on your stress levels and help prevent burnout.

Why Recovery Matters

Incorporating a recovery practice into your daily routine is a proven method to reduce stress at work. Regular breaks not only improve focus but also increase productivity over time. As a result, you’ll maintain high performance while keeping stress in check.

For more information, read this Harvard Business Review article on How to Recover from Work Stress, According to Science.

If you need help preventing or recovering from burnout, feel free to get in touch for a consultation.