Are you burned out?

[SeanyRN]

are you currently experiencing psychological stress disorders?(ex. burned out, anxiety, depression, etc.) if so, how would you relieve psychological stress? did you find it helpful?

my feet hurt. but when i have a stressful day i just think to myself no one is perfect and tommorow is another day and that usually puts things into perspective. and its not the end of the world, just take a warm bath and be thankful that your alive and healthy.:wink2:

[StNeotser, ASN, RN]

Exercise is a good one. I cycle. I'd say anybody can cycle regardless of body type.

There are days I have when I just don't think I can do this for another twenty years or so though.

[Sailingshoes]

Diet and exercise.....I agree with cycling cause it's easy on the feet. Family and friends, and changing jobs/departments. Feeling good physically and spiritually is a huge support for me when the job gets tough. Sometimes just taking a walk in nature does wonders for the soul and the body therefore lifting the mind.

[anne74]

I wish I could say exercising or walking in nature helped me. The best thing I ever did to relieve my anxiety/stress was to switch jobs. I quit floor nursing and moved to Pre-Op/PACU and I'm so much happier now, not to mention I have better hours and actually have a life outside of work. I feel like a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders. So my recommendation in relieving stress is to find the right job where you fit, and you're happy.