We speak of a significant other(s), substitute words for a spouse, a lover, a boyfriend or girlfriend. These are special people in our lives who hold significance or special meaning to us. They are our intimate partners in life. We know our significant others very well. We can call them by name. They are never…
Author: Dr. Burnout
022 The Power of Transformation – Perceptions
They say that perception is everything. Is it? What about the common perceptions people have toward the alcoholic or addict? What are they and are they justified? Are the perceptions of non-addicted healthcare providers different toward other healthcare providers that are addicted and different than those of the general population? If so, what makes them different and why?…
The Opposite of Burnout – ENGAGEMENT
I have defined the hallmarks of professional burnout in previous posts. But, what is the opposite of burnout and how is that defined? If you will recall, the burnout syndrome is three dimensional with the salient features of exhaustion, cynicism and inefficacy. So, what exactly is the opposite of burnout? In a word, the positive…
Burnout versus Flameout
Are you feeling burned out or has your flame (passion) become extinguished? Both can leave you stuck but each are distinctly different. Although neither state is desirable, If I had a choice I would rather flameout than burnout and here are the reasons why. Burnout is comprised of three main components – emotional exhaustion, depersonalization…
021 The Power of Transformation – Oh the Games Addicts and Alcoholics Play!
Sometimes when people burn out they act out and sometimes that is with alcohol, drugs or other addictive behaviors. When someone becomes addicted, they will never be able to fully address the issue of burnout until the addiction is adequately treated and dealt with first. This is never easy. The addicted individual will tend to play…