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Mini-Workshop: Avoiding Burnout

10/16/2026
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🎧Timestamps:

03:49 The Power of the Pause and Self-Check-Ins

05:59 Managing Overcommitment and Setting Boundaries

11:50 Effective Communication and Clear Deadlines

16:12 The Importance of Regular Self-Reflection

19:45 Proactive Strategies to Prevent Burnout

24:11 The Role of Guilt and Trust in Asking for Help

28:09 Templates and Scripts for Assistance Requests

31:47 Avoiding Stressful Last-Minute Tasks

35:51 The Benefits of Scheduled 'Me Time' and Breaks

39:52 Adapting Strategies Over Time and Self-Knowledge

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Tips For Avoiding Burnout

Scripts from slides:

  1. "I'm experiencing overwhelm and burnout. I said yes to one too many things and I'm hoping you can help me. Can you please ____ by ____?”

  2. "I'm overwhelmed and I need help getting back to equilibrium. The good news is, I've identified exactly what's overwhelming me. Would you be up for helping me?”

  3. "Thanks for agreeing to help!

    I need XYZ done by ABC date and XYZ time. I usually do this by first doing X, followed by Y and then if I need to Z. But I'll take any help I can get if you want to do it another way.

    Text me on my cell XXX-YYYY if you need me. I'm around all day today and tomorrow but leave the following day for a work trip!"

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