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Step 2: Stress Management at Work

Identify Your Burnout Traits

There are seven responses to work burnout. Some will constantly apply to you, others rarely, and some never at all. If you suspect you’re experiencing work burnout, read each trait and check the appropriate box. Next, try to identify the reason for this behavior.

1. Perfectionism: (Everything must be perfect.)

Never    Rarely    Occasionally    Usually    Constantly

 

2. Too Unselfish: (Own needs aren’t important)

Never    Rarely    Occasionally    Usually    Constantly

 

3. Too Passive: (I won’t make waves.)

Never    Rarely    Occasionally    Usually    Constantly

 

4. Ostrich: (Ignore the problem.)

Never    Rarely    Occasionally    Usually    Constantly

 

5. Workaholic: (Over-compensates)

Never    Rarely    Occasionally    Usually    Constantly

 

6. Scapegoat: (It’s someone else’s fault.)

Never    Rarely    Occasionally    Usually    Constantly

 

7. Guilt Trip: (I should be superman or superwoman.)

Never    Rarely    Occasionally    Usually    Constantly

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