Cultivating positive daily habits is key to building resilience and wellbeing
In the Jan|Feb issue of Irish Country Magazine, Niamh Devereux spoke to three women about their experience with burnout for our award-nominated series, ‘The Invisible Struggle’.
One of them was psychotherapist and author Siobhán Murray, who wrote the best-selling book, The Burnout Solution. Here, she shares simple and practical tips for building resilience and minimising your risk of burnout:
1. Gratitude practice
Spend a few minutes each day reflecting on what you’re thankful for.
2. Mindful breathing
Take short breaks to focus on deep breathing. I do box breathing: breathe in for the count of 4, hold for 4, breath out for 4, hold for 4, and repeat. This can be done while commuting to work, waiting for the kettle to boil, walking, basically anywhere!
3. Scheduled breaks
Set timers for regular breaks to refresh your mind.
4. Limit screen time
Designate tech-free periods, especially at meals or before bed.
5. Hydration and nutrition
Drink water regularly and choose healthy snacks.
6. Movement breaks
Incorporate brief movement activity throughout your day.
7. Set boundaries
Learn to say no to commitments that overwhelm you.
8. Journaling
Spend a few minutes daily writing about your thoughts and feelings.
9. Sleep ritual
Create a calming evening routine for better sleep; your sleep routine starts the moment you wake up.
10. Engage in hobbies
Make time for activities that bring you joy
You can read more about this topic in our Invisible Struggle series in the Jan|Feb issue of Irish Country Magazine, in shops now.
