Today we are talking about communication and its importance in preventing and treating burnout in relation to our social support systems. The stronger the support system we have, the more likely we will be able to handle stress in our lives positively and move on and pass the stress without wearing us down and leading to burnout. 

The most important aspect of having a solid social support system is our ability to communicate positively and effectively.  We discuss what strong communication is. 

We also define how loneliness is measured and the risks associated with feeling lonely. 

Finally, we discuss one method of categorizing various communication methods: Think, Feel and Know.

 

Resources:

The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin

The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman

The UCLA Loneliness Scale

Loneliness and neuroendocrine, cardiovascular, and inflammatory stress responses in middle-aged me and women

Think Feel Know, Communication Tool