The ‘secret’ to avoiding academic burnout

Burnout results from exhaustion due to the feeling of overwhelming responsibilities. Most academics will experience some type of burnout at some point along their careers. In this presentation, I will discuss some strategies that have worked for me when I’ve encountered situations that could potentially contribute to academic burnout. These strategies include prioritizing two things: health and time management. My overall philosophy can be summarized by two metaphors: “You can’t pour from an empty cup” and “Don’t bite off more than you can chew”.