What exactly is 'availability fatigue'?

Social media nowadays they occupy a large part of the time in people's lives. Normally, the first and last thing done during the day is to pick up the cell phone and check the messages. However, what many don't know is that this overuse of devices ends up sucking our energy and is called "availability fatigue".

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According to the scientific journal Psychoneuroendocrinology, any interruptions during the work period can cause significant impacts. This is due to the fact that the production of cortisol, the stress hormone, increases. With this current scenario, the possibility of developing burnout is great.

According to studies by Perspective on Employee Burnout: Causes and cures, published in 2021, technology has been contributing a lot to the

exhaustion mental, especially with regard to the professional side. About 28% of employees reported in studies that they often feel very exhausted.

Andrea Sarno, consultant in the development and practice of Emotional Intelligence, says that we must know ourselves and answer where this mechanization due to overwork comes from. However, we should also pay attention to our body, as constant headaches, tiredness and stress are signs that we should pay attention.

Andrea also highlights how important it is to put ourselves first and be aware that not being available to people all the time is not wrong. Also, taking some time for yourself is very important, whether to practice meditation, therapy, walking, in short, anything that brings comfort to mental and physical health.

Therefore, what everyone advises is to do the famous digital detox, simply not be online all the time and know how to always respect your limits. Separating the moments of work, rest and leisure during your day is fundamental.