DEV Community: Helen Griffin

Do you get burnout?

Helen Griffin — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:42:01 +0000

If you’re a developer, lead, or manage them, please take my @StateOfDevs survey about burnout.

I like to help our community recover from it.

Short survey w/ optional Qs. 👇🏾
https://stateofdevs.com/survey/helps/devto-crew
I'll share the results once I hit my 500 devs goal.

🎂 Oh, it's my BIRTHDAY! Can you help me get 100 devs to take my survey?

Short on time, here's a poll instead 👇🏾

👋🏾 Helen helps devs @StateOfDevs

@helengriffinjr

📢 ATTN: Developers, managers, & founders

👋🏾 Hey, let's rebound from burnout. Take the @StateOfDevs survey.

stateofdevs.com/survey/helps/t…

What is your role outside of work?

13:37 PM - 04 Apr 2022

Dec 30: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Thu, 30 Dec 2021 19:20:15 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

⛄️ #BahHumbugTip: Keep your expectations practical. 👇🏾

17:30 PM - 30 Dec 2021

🎁 Today's Options

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

🤔 What are my options?

❏ Drop the should of, would of, & could of from your vocabulary.

❏ Make sure your expectation reflects what you can control or do.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip #mentalhealthtips #MentalHealthMatters 🎁

17:30 PM - 30 Dec 2021

You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!

Dec 29: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 19:30:44 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

⛄️ #BahHumbugTip: Watch your mood. 👇🏾

17:40 PM - 29 Dec 2021

🎁 Today's Options

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

🤔 What are my options?

❏ Ask yourself why 5x when you’re moody.

❏ Figure out what makes you happy, hopeful, & sad.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip #mentalhealthtips #MentalHealthMatters 🎁

17:40 PM - 29 Dec 2021

You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!

Dec 28: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Tue, 28 Dec 2021 18:00:59 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

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🎁 Today's Options

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You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!

Dec 27: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 20:06:28 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

⛄️ #BahHumbugTip: Think about your future. 👇🏾

20:00 PM - 27 Dec 2021

🎁 Today's Options

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

🤔 What are my options?

❏ Set a tiny goal or theme instead of a resolution.

❏ Do one small task every day to reach a tangible or emotional goal.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip #mentalhealthtips #MentalHealthMatters 🎁

20:00 PM - 27 Dec 2021

You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!

Dec 26: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Sun, 26 Dec 2021 20:46:15 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

⛄️ #BahHumbugTip: Wake up & choose kindness. 👇🏾

17:20 PM - 26 Dec 2021

🎁 Today's Options

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

🤔 What are my options?

❏ Try to be around people who bring the best out of you.

❏ Pick questions & people that can help you change the topic or shift the mood.

❏ Create phrases that allow you to relinquish control for peace of mind.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip 🎁

17:20 PM - 26 Dec 2021

You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!

Dec 25: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 21:15:02 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

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🎁 Today's Options

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You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!

Dec 24: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 18:33:02 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

⛄️ #BahHumbugTip: Accept family quirks & differences. 👇🏾

16:24 PM - 24 Dec 2021

🎁 Today's Options

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

🤔 What are my options?

❏ Accepting their differences doesn’t lower your standards.

❏ People don’t have to talk, think, or problem-solve like you.

❏ Set aside grievances or table them for later.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip 🎁

16:24 PM - 24 Dec 2021

You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!

Dec 23: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 17:21:45 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

⛄️ #BahHumbugTip: Remind yourself what’s important. (2/2) 👇🏾

15:15 PM - 23 Dec 2021

🎁 Today's Options

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

🤔 What are my options?

❏ You set the terms for success.

❏ Don’t let society, holiday marketing, or worse, a setback hijack your joy.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip 🎁

15:15 PM - 23 Dec 2021

You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!

Dec 22: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 19:56:05 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

⛄️ #BahHumbugTip: Remind yourself what’s important. (1/2) 👇🏾

15:02 PM - 22 Dec 2021

🎁 Today's Options

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

🤔 What are my options?

❏ You decide what matters.

❏ Cherish moments that made you resilient, smile, & laugh.

❏ It’s okay to create new traditions or give this season new meaning.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip 🎁

15:02 PM - 22 Dec 2021

You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!

Dec 21: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 20:15:40 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

⛄️ #BahHumbugTip: Set boundaries with yourself & family. 👇🏾

17:40 PM - 21 Dec 2021

🎁 Today's Options

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

🤔 What are my options?

❏ Stand up for yourself with conviction.

❏ Avoid triggering debates & situations.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip 🎁

17:40 PM - 21 Dec 2021

You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!

Dec 20: Dev Holidays Guide ⛄️

Helen Griffin — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 18:54:32 +0000

Bah Humbug Tips are my own way of coping & recovering from burnout & holiday stress.

🎄 Today's Bah Humbug Tip of the Day.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

⛄️ #BahHumbugTip: Create a self-help toolkit. 👇🏾

16:10 PM - 20 Dec 2021

🎁 Today's Options

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

🤔 What are my options?

❏ Join support groups & communities for various aspects of your life.

❏ Listen to podcasts discussing & workshopping your current struggles.

Startup Therapy by @wilschroter
@zenfounder by Sherry Walling
@therapy4bgirls by @hellodrjoy

16:10 PM - 20 Dec 2021

🎁 What are my other options?

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

@wilschroter @zenfounder @therapy4bgirls @hellodrjoy 🤔 What are my other options?

❏ When you’re lonely, reach out and be a friend to someone.

❏ Devote 20-minutes of your day to mindfulness, reflection, or prayer.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip 🎁

16:10 PM - 20 Dec 2021

🎁 Anymore options?

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

@wilschroter @zenfounder @therapy4bgirls @hellodrjoy 🤔 Anymore options?

❏ Unable to ask for help, then send a text or DM.

❏ Create Google alerts for apps, how-to, & self-help articles to help you.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip 🎁

16:10 PM - 20 Dec 2021

🎁 Other options to try.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

@wilschroter @zenfounder @therapy4bgirls @hellodrjoy 🤔 Other options to try.

❏ Check-in with your support network.

❏ Read or listen to psychology, personal, or professional development books/audiobooks.

🎄 #BahHumbugTip 🎁

16:10 PM - 20 Dec 2021

🎁 Also, don't forget these options.

State Of Devs

@stateofdevs

@wilschroter @zenfounder @therapy4bgirls @hellodrjoy 🤔 Also, don't forget these options.

❏ Ask reliable family or friends to do sporadic check-in calls or texts.

❏ Try therapy. Not in your budget, sign up for @betterhelp trial.

betterhelp.com/venus 📝

🎄 #BahHumbugTip 🎁

16:10 PM - 20 Dec 2021

You can find more tips here & on Twitter. Let me know in the comments if any of these tips helps.

If you're struggling w/ burnout & open to sharing your story, please take the State Of Devs survey. 🗳 Thanks!