Burnout Basics
Name one early sign of Burnout
Signs include: fatigue, irritability, lack of motivation
Name ONE quick stress - relief activity.
Deep breathing, short walk, music break
True or False — Taking a break from work always reduces stress.
False — short breaks help, but ineffective breaks (like doomscrolling) can sometimes add stress.
There are 4 regions that make up DECA what are they?
Central, Southern, Western, & North Atlantic
What is Emotional Exhaustion?
Emotional Exhaustion = feeling drained and unable to cope mentally.
Name a breathing technique used to calm the mind.
4-7-8 breathing, box breathing, mindful breathing.
Myth or Reality — Small amounts of stress can improve focus and performance.
Reality — eustress motivates and sharpens attention.
What year was DECA founded?
1946
Besides fatigue, name two physical symptoms of burnout.
Headaches, stomach aces, muscle tension
List two self-care habits that prevent burnout.
Self-care habits: journaling, exercise, connecting with friends, adequate sleep.
Myth or Reality: Exercising when tired always drains energy and should be avoided.
Myth — light to moderate activity can actually re-energize the mind and body.
Where is DECA Headquarters located?
Reston, Virgina
True or False: Feeling unmotivated after a long weekend can be an early sign of burnout.
True
Explain active vs. passive coping strategies.
Active coping = taking action; Passive = avoiding or distracting oneself.
Myth or Reality: Working long hours is always bad for mental health.
Myth — occasional long hours can be manageable; it’s consistent imbalance that leads to burnout.
What's DECA's four guiding principles?
Competence, innovation, integrity, teamwork
Name three main causes of teen burnout.
True or False: Avoiding stressful tasks always reduces burnout.
False
True or False — Overcommitting to activities is harmful and should be avoided completely.
False — sometimes challenging yourself builds resilience; balance is key.
What is the fundraising and community service campaign DECA promotes?
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)