
In a good way society, we can perform our tasks and still feel good in our free time. In a good society there is the possibility of breaks and recovery. In a good society. We are not there today. Since 2010, the number of sick leave for fatigue symptoms has increased increased by 600%.
Who gets burned out? That is a large majority women. But also men. Mostly in the contact profession. Social workers, teachers, social workers and doctors. At the same time, burnout is increasing in almost all industries. Those who get burned out are the "talented" and "loyal". Good employees who are overutilized.
It is required now take power. In 2016, a new one came regulation on "organizational and social work environment". It emphasizes the importance of not overloading the employees. We need to do more. We need to talk about the working environment at our workplaces. We need to set boundaries.
Productivity is sky high in Sweden. Now we need to work on efficiency instead: How can we get a lot done without stressing ourselves to death? The unions have an important role to play here. So, engage yourself already today. For a better society. For a society without burnout.