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DIY How to avoid Pastor burnout

DIY How to avoid Pastor burnout Are you worried about pastor burnout? Here are 10 ways to avoid pastor burnout: 1) manage time well and take breaks 2) schedule physical activity 3) schedule reading time 4) schedule vacation, family, marriage time 5) gain perspective and happy experiences 6) pace for endurance, not a sprint 7) get things done early, don't procrastinate 8) recharge daily in the Word, meditation, and prayer    9) look back on each day with thankfulness 10) look ahead with great anticipation Pastors, just like anyone else, can experience burnout if they are not living a balanced life .  The Christian walk itself requires a balance of spiritual, physical, and mental well-being.  Even our spiritual disciplines must be in balance.  If any area of our life is out of balance, we suffer.  If the intellectual aspect of our life takes all of our time, our spiritual life and physical health degrade.  We feel sluggish and are not fu...