Thriving in an Overwhelming World: The Power of Setting Boundaries
We live in a world of abundant choices and convenience, yet most of us feel less fulfilled and content. As a whole, society holds a sense of dissatisfaction, stress, and anxiety.
This blog post dives deep into the paradox of living in a world of “more” while feeling less satisfied, and it explores the concept of setting boundaries at work and in life — how by establishing limits and learning to say "no," we can lead more focused, purposeful, and meaningful lives.
What Causes Overwhelm, Stress, and Anxiety at Work?
Herbert J Freudenberger coined the term “burnout syndrome” in the 1970s. He recognized that those affected by burnout were tired, snippy, and cynical at work and they had physical symptoms such as headaches, stomach problems, trouble sleeping, and shortness of breath. Fast forward fifty years and burnout levels are at an all time high. What is the cause and — more importantly — what needs to change in the future of work?