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Make changes without burning out

Make changes without burning out

Child and adult psychiatrist Domenick Sportelli, DO, advises on how to keep our goals without burning out. He explores the psychology behind goal setting and why “quick fixes” never work.

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Up Next

Goal setting for your body, your relationships, and your life
How to keep fitness goals this year
Incorporating rest and identifying burnout
What are small ways to be more productive in everyday life?
Harnessing the power of curiosity to find your joy
Back to school anxiety: tips from a child psychiatrist
Suicide awareness: what to know
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