Jay Graber told Business Insider that burnout is a “very real risk” when you work a lot and don’t have a lot of time to recover. She said one of the best books she’s read on the topic was “Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle” by Emily Nagasoki and Amelia Nagasoki.
She said the book discusses how to physically recalibrate, complete the stress cycle, and reconnect with what gives you energy.
“If you’re wearing a lot of hats, that means a lot of times you’re doing stuff that doesn’t necessarily bring you energy throughout the day,” Graber said.
She said it’s important to find time for tasks that reconnect you to what you love about work. Graber said that working out “really helps” her deal with stress. She said she likes to run, dance, and even sword fight.
“If you’re sitting at a desk all day, you kind of stay frozen in place, and the stress builds up. So being able to get that out in some expressive, active, or creative form is really helpful,” Graber said.
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