If you think life has been a lot lately, you’re not alone.
Between work, bills, notifications that never stop, and whatever chaos the week decides to throw your way, it’s no surprise more people are feeling completely drained!
Now, there’s science to prove we’re all a little burnt out; according to new data, burnout isn’t just a feeling, it’s officially a Texas problem.
Texas Ranks Among Most Burnt Out States
A new study from virtual executive assistant service Viva Talent took a deep dive into burnout across all 50 states, analyzing things like work hours, sleep habits, and even how often people are searching for help online.
The results were not that great for us; Texas ranked 9th most burned-out state in the country, with a Leadership Burnout Score of 75.91!
The study found that Texans are putting in long hours- averaging 35.8 work hours per week, one of the highest among the top 10 states. On top of that, about 37.1% of adults in Texas are getting less than 7 hours of sleep, which is basically a recipe for feeling exhausted 24/7.
It’s obvious we’re tired!
El Pasoans Share Where They Go to De-Stress
But here’s where things get good, because if there’s one thing El Paso knows how to do, it’s find ways to slow things down.
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I asked our Facebook followers where they go when they need to de-stress, and the answers were everything.
Some were hilarious (because of course they were), but a lot of them were actually solid reminders that you don’t need anything fancy to reset, you just need the right spot, the right vibe, or even just a moment to breathe.
From peaceful desert views to go-to comfort spots around the city, these are some of the best places El Pasoans say help them unwind.
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I won’t lie, a few of these are about to be added to my own de-stress list!
One that I didn’t add that many people said was their favorite place to de-stress was in Sunland Park and they weren’t talking about the Casino or Western Playland, if you catch my drift!
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Whether it’s a scenic drive, a quiet corner of the city, or just your favorite go-to spot that instantly puts you at ease, one thing is clear, El Paso clearly knows how to take a breath when things get overwhelming.
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