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COMM 105 - Persuasive Speech - Outline Example - Problem Cause Solution
COMM 105 - Persuasive Speech - Outline Example - Problem Cause Solution
COMM 105 - Persuasive Speech - Outline Example - Problem Cause Solution
Body
I. [Burnout takes on many forms but it affects the majority of the global population and the
coping methods can either be harmful or impractical.] (Brower, 2022)
A. Burnout is a global epidemic
2021
iii. 50.6 million people are moving to America, with Germany being
2nd.
four countries found that employees were experiencing various issues with
Alexa Hughes
COMM 105 – Dr. Coles Cone
Persuasive Speech – Preparation Outline – Problem Cause Solution
burnout regarding their wellbeing: stressed, often exhausted,
overwhelmed, depression
the World Health Organization and should not be taken lightly. (Rest,
B. Outside influences that you feel you do not have control over, is a key stressor.
manage your surroundings, not feeling in control, can cause high amounts
of stress.
III. We need to begin advocating for ourselves and decide what is most important.
A. Assess what is making you feel that you have a lack of autonomy; really narrow it
down.
with its own set of problems and without resolving the issue at hand,
IV. Advocating for yourself and your needs not only ensures you’re creating a safe space
around you but it also makes the other necessary changes a little less scary.
A. Picking up a hobby in something you were always curious about.
affect your work-life balance, it does give you something to cling to and
can help trick your brain into remembering what joy feels like.
1. Advocacy starts with you and while the only way you can relax is
by pigging out on the couch, it’s not very effective in the long run.
yourself with new, local scenery, a weekend trip, solo dates, etc, you’re
not only showing yourself that you’re a priority and exposing yourself to
more possibilities, youre letting your body and mind know that you comes
first, as well.
Alexa Hughes
COMM 105 – Dr. Coles Cone
Persuasive Speech – Preparation Outline – Problem Cause Solution
Conclusion
I. If none of these suggestions work, you can always drop everything and move to a new
country, but let’s start with the small stuff first!
II. You need to advocate for yourself by prioritizing your mental well being, determing
where the stress is coming from, implementing small changes into your lifestyle, and
opening yourself to more possibilities before skipping town.
III. Take a break and ejoy the one life you have!
IV. You are your first priority and whether that looks like sipping a Mai Tai every other
month or disrupting your routine altogether, you NEED to show up for yourself more
than anything else.
Alexa Hughes
COMM 105 – Dr. Coles Cone
Persuasive Speech – Preparation Outline – Problem Cause Solution
References
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Hatfield, S., Fisher, J., & Silverglate, P. H. (2022). The C-suite’s role in well-being. Deloitte
Insights. https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/topics/leadership/employee-wellness-
in-the-corporate-workplace.html
Hoffower, H. (2018). 7 signs you’re not ready to move to a new city, even if you think you are.
Mikhail, A. (2022, October 17). The science behind why you need a hobby to boost your brain
boost-your-brain-health-and-self-esteem/
Saunders, E. G. (2021, August 27). 6 Causes of Burnout, and How to Avoid Them. Harvard
https://mhanational.org/restrelaxation-and-exercise