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Find a calendar
or planning system
that works

for you

BEAT BURNOUT WITH BETTER USE YOUR HEALTH
TIME MANAGEMENT PLAN TO BOOST
YOUR PRODUCTIVITY
Burnout can negatively affect productivity, creativity, relationships
and your overall well-being. A healthy work-life balance is critical Your health plan includes a
to stopping burnout in its tracks. Here are some great strategies variety of resources to help you
to get ahead of burnout: manage your health, including

• Find a calendar or planning system that works for you: Keep online therapy, an online
track of all your commitments and tasks in one place and refer back wellness center, a daily habit
to it. Leave room for unexpected events and schedule adjustments. tool and more.
• Plan ahead: Set deadlines and work backward to manage time Our online therapy program
more effectively. Planning ahead can help you prevent being can help you recognize
over-committed, a guaranteed fast track to burnout. burnout before it becomes
• Prioritize and re-prioritize: Work with your supervisor and overwhelming. Visit the website
colleagues to determine essential tasks and be realistic with your or download the app (use code
goals. That open dialogue allows you to more easily ask for help too, BLUEND) to get started, or if
when you need it. you’re already a member, log in
to your account to continue or
• Get started: Break down overwhelming tasks and jobs into smaller, start a new program.
more manageable pieces and then jump in
• Practice self-care: Get enough sleep, take breaks and prioritize
your well-being
Sources: Harvard Business Review, HIMSS

The monthly wellness topics are part of BlueElements—a health and wellness platform that
encompasses six areas—physical, social, emotional, financial, professional and environmental.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, age, disability, or sex. This information is available in alternate formats, free of charge, by calling Member Services at
1-844-363-8457 (toll-free) or through the North Dakota Relay at 1-800-366-6888 or 711.
ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-844-363-8457 (TTY: 1-800-366-6888).
ACHTUNG: Wenn Sie Deutsch sprechen, stehen Ihnen kostenlos sprachliche Hilfsdienstleistungen zur Verfügung. Rufnummer: 1-844-363-8457 BND-23-0343372B • 7-23 URAC 9.9
(TTY: 1-800-366-6888).

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