Tips to fight COVID pandemic burnout

'Don't be afraid to take a break'

ByJason Knowles and Ann Pistone WLS logo
Saturday, January 15, 2022
Pandemic Burnout: Cognitive Specialist for Brain Balance, Dr. Rebecca Jackson shares tips to combat and recharge
Pandemic Burnout: Cognitive Specialist for Brain Balance, Dr. Rebecca Jackson shares tips to combat and rechargePandemic burnout got you exhausted? Consumer Investigator Jason Knowles has this quick tip on how to fight it.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- With the COVID-19 pandemic nearing its two-year mark many Americans are feeling the burnout.

Cognitive Specialist for Brain Balance, Dr. Rebecca Jackson has expert tips to energize and focus at this difficult time.

  • Don't be afraid to take a break: Similar to when you're feeling sick, your body, and brain, need time to rest and recharge.
  • Get active!: Research shows that exercise boosts mood and memory. A little movement can provide a lot of benefits.
  • Write it out: Try making a checklist to calm your mind and energize you to check off your goals one by one.
  • If you work from home you may want to avoid working from your bed. It sounds like a perk but it might be contributing to burnout. It's important to create a dedicated workspace that allows for focus. And when you're not working you need complete relaxation.
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