Preventing and Overcoming Burnout

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Are you feeling exhausted, unmotivated, and negative about work or life? Burnout can occur as a result of chronic stress with little time for recovery and rest. When left unaddressed, burnout can result in larger, and even long-term concerns. In this evidence-based session, we will explore the causes and signs of burn-out, as well as some practical strategies for addressing and preventing burnout.

Date: Mon, June 12
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: E5-2004 (Sedra Design Centre classroom)
Other: Snacks will be provided, please feel free to bring your refillable water bottle, coffee/tea/etc.

For additional information, please contact the Community Wellness Team.

Faciltator

Renate Donnovan works and studies at the University of Waterloo. Renate is the Community Wellness Officer for the Faculty

of Engineering, as well as a PhD Candidate in the School of Public Health Sciences. Her research interest is focused on how moral distress and injury impacts undergraduate student mental health. Renate supports the Engineering community through a range of resources, initiatives, recommendations, and program development, including the creation and delivery of wellness content as part Engineering courses and an assortment of workshops for both students and employees. Renate is passionate about mental health and wellbeing. She has been often heard warning others, “If you ask me about wellness I WILL tell you about it—for hours!”

Preventing and Overcoming Burnout