Greetings, friends! Work is not only a way to earn money, but also a part of our lives that can bring satisfaction and meaning. However, sometimes we find ourselves in a situation where work begins to cause stress and feelings of burnout. This affects not only our health and well-being, but also our professional success. In this article, as a psychologist, I will share with you several recommendations on how to avoid professional burnout and stress at work.1. Understand your boundaries One of the main causes of burnout at work is overwork. Often we tend to work long hours or take on too many responsibilities without realizing that this can eventually lead to exhaustion. It is important to learn to define your boundaries and respect them. For example, if you feel that you are no longer able to work effectively, take a short break to rest and recuperate. Example: Marina, a clothing store manager, often stayed late at work to meet deadlines. She noticed that her energy dropped and she began having trouble sleeping. After talking with a psychologist, Marina decided to set clear boundaries and finish work at a certain time in order to have time for rest and recovery.2. Develop Stress Management Skills Managing stress effectively is a key skill for successful work. There are many techniques that can help you cope with stress, such as deep breathing, meditation, yoga or simply exercise. Choose the one that best suits you and practice it regularly. Example: Alexander, an HR manager, often experienced stress due to conflict situations between employees. He started doing yoga after work to learn how to manage his emotions and stay calm in difficult situations. This helped him become more efficient and confident in his work.3. Learn to say “no” Many of us tend to agree to all requests and demands from colleagues or superiors, fearing to refuse. However, this can lead to overwhelm and feelings of hopelessness. Learn to say “no” when you feel you are unable to take on another task. Example: Irina, a designer, often took on additional projects to please her boss. One day she realized that work overload was beginning to negatively affect her health and quality of work. She decided to be more self-confident and began to refuse extra tasks when they were beyond her capabilities.4. Seek Support Don't hesitate to ask for help if you feel like you can't handle a situation on your own. Talk to your colleagues, boss or professional psychologist. Sometimes simply expressing your thoughts and feelings can help you feel better. Example: Vladimir, an accountant, was constantly stressed due to high workload and conflicts with colleagues. After he sought help from a psychologist, he realized that he was not alone in his problems and began to regularly communicate with his colleagues about how they cope with stress at work.5. Take care of your physical healthPhysical health is closely linked to mental well-being. Remember to eat right, be physically active and get regular rest. This will help you maintain energy and cope with everyday stress at work. Example: Catherine, a marketing manager, noticed that her energy dropped towards the end of the work day due to a sedentary lifestyle. She started doing yoga after work and taking short exercise breaks throughout the day. This helped her feel more energized and focused on her work.6. Consider changing careers Sometimes the source of professional burnout can be not only the workload, but also dissatisfaction with the chosen field of activity. If you feel like your job is no longer rewarding.