Timeout is better than Burnout

From time to time we find ourselves so busy that the idea of taking a break sounds absurd.

Even when we are tired, we sometimes opt to continue working until we complete our task. Only after the task is done, do we take a break.

This is a good way of getting things done, no doubt, but at times leads to burnout – a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion.

Burnout is a terrible thing. It reduces your productivity and saps your energy, leaving you feeling increasingly helpless, hopeless, cynical, and resentful. Eventually, you may feel like you have nothing more to give.

However, taking a break in the middle of your task is at times a better alternative.

Think about it.

Taking a break in the middle of your task enables you to relax and prepare to be more productive. It gives you time to renew yourself emotionally, mentally and physically. It increases your productivity and boosts your energy.

Suggesting taking a break in the middle of a task may seem absurd at first – especially if you are a very busy person – but when you consider the renewal that comes from doing so you will agree that timeout is better than burnout.

So here are 10 Easy Timeout Ideas:
1. Go for a walk/jog
2. Hit the gym
3. Take a friend out for lunch
4. Watch a movie
5. Spend time talking to your family
6. Clean
7. Visit a gallery or exhibition
8. Have your friends around for a braai
9. Pick up a hobby you have neglected
10. Find a popular spot to sit and people watch

All of these are just suggestions to help you get you off your task and create some time to renew yourself emotionally, mentally and physically.