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Burnout & chronic stress
On this page you can read more about burnout and chronic stress. I will also tell you how Holistic Therapy Rotterdam could help you with this. Burnout is a serious form of exhaustion that is often the result of long-term and unhealthy stress. Our holistic approach focuses on restoring balance and promoting well-being on both physical and mental levels.
Wat is burn-out?
Burnout is a state of severe physical, mental and emotional exhaustion due to long-term stress. It differs from stress in that burnout is often characterized by a feeling of complete exhaustion and a reduced sense of self-esteem and satisfaction in work and other aspects of life such as relationships, social contacts and general well-being.
Seek help before burnout
It's important to understand that seeking help for stress and exhaustion is crucial, even before you spiral into full-blown burnout. By seeking help early, you can take preventative measures and restore a healthy balance before symptoms worsen. In general, the longer you wait, the longer your recovery will take.
Complaints
Various complaints can occur with burnout and chronic stress. Some common symptoms include:
- Severe fatigue and exhaustion, both physically and mentally. Reduced resilience and emotional lability. Sleep problems and concentration problems. Reduced motivation and interest in work or activities. Feelings of cynicism and detachment towards work, colleagues and/or social contacts. Physical complaints, such as headache, muscle pain and stomach complaints.
Perfectionism and burnout
Perfectionism can be an important factor in the development of a burnout. People with a tendency towards perfectionism often set high standards for themselves and have difficulty setting boundaries. They strive for perfection, even at the expense of their own well-being. This can lead to chronic stress and ultimately to burnout.
Treatment methods
At Holistic Therapy Rotterdam we offer various holistic treatment methods that can support you in recovering from burnout and dealing with chronic stress. Some of these methods include:
Stress management and self-care
Learning to deal with stress and implementing effective self-care methods are essential in recovering from burnout. I offer you guidance and support in identifying stressors, developing healthy coping mechanisms and integrating self-care habits into your daily life.
Setting boundaries and assertiveness training
Learning to recognize your own boundaries and being able to indicate these boundaries in a healthy way is very important in preventing and recovering from burnout. Together we look at how you can identify your boundaries, communicate more assertively and prioritize your own needs and well-being.
Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
Mindfulness and relaxation techniques are effective tools in reducing stress and promoting inner peace. In burnout recovery, guided meditations, breathing exercises and other relaxation techniques can help to calm both the mind and body and get more in touch with yourself.
Holistic view of burnout
At Holistic Therapy Rotterdam I take a holistic view of burnout. We understand that burnout is not only the result of work-related stress, but also of other factors in your life. Our approach focuses on restoring balance and promoting well-being on a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual level. We look at patterns that you have developed during your life that are no longer helpful or are even harmful and together we look at how we can create new patterns that do help you.