Take time to do nothing to avoid burnout in work and at home

Younger workers are experiencing greater anxiety and taking more stress-related absences than their older colleagues

Louise Dennison O'Shaughnessy, director of mental health and wellness at EHS International, with Chris Mee, founder and CEO of EHS International. Photo: Michael O'Sullivan /OSM Photo

Real, deep rest, doing nothing — along with hydration, nutrition and a little daily exercise, even a short walk — hold the key to wellness at work and at home.

Louise Dennison O'Shaughnessy, director of mental health and wellness with environmental, health and safety specialist EHS International, advises people to take simple steps to minimise the risk of burnout in their lives.