Burnout, a platform for designers & do it anyway!

Roses are fine, but a happy team is divine.

Cheers to us this Valentine's!

Cliche festival? Yes I know, but I had to!

Hello, amazing people,

I'm excited to bring you another edition of our newsletter - Happiness At Work, packed with fresh insights, intriguing stories, and practical tips to brighten up your work life.

Let's dive into the world of workplace happiness and keep our journey of joy and discovery rolling!

Do. It. Anyway

I have been thinking about this for a while and the universe literally presented me with the article that literally said the same thing and its elaborative version - Do. It. Anyway.

We often look at some people and their career paths and think, oh, this work must be interesting, wish I could do such work that doesn't bore me. But I've yet to come across a job where 100% of their job is totally exciting ALL THE TIME! I don't think it exists. Quoting from the article - Inaction is always an option, and there certainly is value in rest and self-care. But it’s also important to acknowledge that we humans are comfort seekers. We’re programmed to seek the path of least resistance.

“The Magic you’re looking for is in the work you’re avoiding.” (Anonymous)

Yes, some days will be full of boredom and without any inspiration. But let's do it anyway. Get out of your head and into your body - is a mantra that can help us during such days! Things like movement, nature, and being around others synergistically provide the much-needed reboot and endorphin boost that are needed to keep going, especially on the hardest of days.

Showing up is the important first step. It not only gives us a sense of accomplishment but sets an example for ourselves! A moment we feel proud about.

Something about burnout -

1. Burnout stems from chronic stress across all life areas, not just work, challenging the common belief that it's solely job-related.
2. Simple, quick-fix solutions are inadequate for addressing burnout, which is rooted in ongoing stressors needing comprehensive management strategies.
3. Willpower alone can't resolve burnout; it's a complex, stress-induced condition requiring deeper, meaningful interventions beyond just "pushing through."
4. The notion that everyone experiences burnout is incorrect; its occurrence varies, with some individuals more susceptible than others based on their stress management and life circumstances.
5. While burnout is challenging, it's not insurmountable. Focusing on controllable factors and employing well-researched techniques can significantly alleviate its impact, contrary to the belief that it's unchangeable.

Character Spotlight: Mackenzie Mchale from newsroom

Mackenzie McHale is the dynamic executive producer of "News Night" on "The Newsroom," known for her journalistic prowess and international reporting experience. Mackenzie is fiercely intelligent, ethical, and dedicated to the truth. She's known for her unwavering commitment to journalistic integrity and her ability to inspire her team.

She leads with empathy and conviction, fostering an environment where her team is encouraged to pursue impactful stories and uphold ethical standards in journalism.

Mackenzie revitalizes "News Night" with a focus on substantive news, challenging her team to eschew sensationalism in favor of informative and meaningful journalism.

While journalism is becoming about trending stories and popularity, her character makes us feel closer to the profession and its integrity. Isn't it true with all professions?

Let's Chat

Alright, your turn! If you are still here, this is a killer platform I found. it's a beta-version of a visual search machine. So far, the results for me have been amazing! Designers and creative professionals, do try it and tell me if you like it!

That's it from this time. This newsletter aims to initiate conversations about #happinessatwork as it's the future of work. I also believe in bringing new interesting topics and dope recommendations for you.

Keep It Hygge ideates and executes Happiness-at-work initiatives at various organizations. Get in touch with us. If you are looking for some unique, creative, and humane ideas and programs to increase the happiness quotient of your organization, hit us up!

If you like what you read, so share it with your colleagues, bosses, interns, clients, etc. See you next week.

Till then, Keep It Hygge!

Cheers,

AJ