However, I've found that this topic is real. I think I am experiencing it right now. I wrote this post to find a solution and to remind myself that after a while, everybody could suffer from career fatigue.
I remember once experiencing this at the end of my MSc study (I called it study fatigue). It was awful since I was demotivated to finish the dissertation. I felt physically and mentally exhausted and started questioning my competence and the value of the dissertation. A very hectic study timetable and difficulty coping with the stress of passing the exam led me to burn out. At that time, support from friends and family was undoubtedly invaluable.
I started to doubt my competence and the value of my work when I faced dysfunctional workplace dynamics. When people feel a lack of control, undermined, undervalued, or lack access to influence some decisions in the workplace or feel isolated because of value mismatch, they could feel stressed at work. It could lead to some serious diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, insomnia, fatigue, depression, anxiety and vulnerability to illness. We certainly don't want this harmful side effect.
Then, how do you overcome this career fatigue?
First, manage the stressors that could contribute to job fatigue. Try to identify the trigger and make a plan to address the issue.
Second, evaluate some options. Perhaps some work needs to be delegated, some additional loads refused, or a career focus changed.
Third, adjust your attitude. The key is to do something that we really enjoy during work. Rediscover enjoyable aspects of our work. Take short breaks and do something fun or enjoy new friendships outside our usual circle.
Fourth, exercise and get proper sleep. Exercise can help us focus on something else, and enough sleep can help us feel refreshed and stay healthy.
Fifth, find support from loyal friends and families.
Although it is easier said than done, having a bright, glittering, and important career requires some resilience and escape routes from stressful things sometimes. Don't just stand up there to face the fatigue; find activities to release the harmful negative energy.
Pekanbaru,
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/burnout/art-20046642?pg=2
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