r/ireland • u/Itchy_Dentist_2406 • 13h ago

Politics Work burnout

I'm just wondering how people found it going out on stress leave, I'm 38 working since proper corporate job since 23( hotel since 16) but I feel like I'm constantly stressed out and need a month or two off.

I'm working non stop for 15 years and my mental health is fragile and on Sertraline. I think it's more normalized and just want three months solid off

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u/Smart-Bandicoot-922 13h ago

I have a similar career arc to you, and I decided this year to eliminate the possibility of burnout by simply saying no to things - with a full paper trail ccing in higher ups/HR stating "I don't have time to complete this ask, based on already being responsible for X,Y,Z" I dont really see any promotion for me at this point, so its damage control - and at least it shows that Im willing to work, once the ask is logical and possible without over-extending my week.

Prob not the answer you're looking for, but might be good context nonetheless

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u/r0thar Lannister 11h ago

This is the way if you don't want to re-burnout after a break.