Burnout is a reaction to prolonged or chronic stress. Burnout symptoms can be difficult to recognize when we are focused on multitasking, which is why it is important that we are checking in with ourselves on how we are feeling. Some burnout symptoms include feeling exhausted, empty, and unable to cope with daily life. When we are experiencing burnout it is very easy to feel out of tune with your emotions and feel mentally exhausted. The mental exhaustion can also show up as physical exhaustion and the feeling of always feeling tired and difficulty with sleep. Burnout can also manifest in physical symptoms such as headaches, back pain, and getting sick often.

5 Tips to Prevent Burnout

Get in the habit of frequent emotional check-ins especially on stressful days.
Make sure that you are practicing self care
Include breaks throughout the day.
Prioritize sleep.
Remind yourself that it is okay to reach out for support if needed.

Burnout is Treatable

The first step to treating burnout is to be gentle with yourself and not beat yourself up..Burnout is normal - not a moral failure.
Remind yourself that it can help to talk to someone and get support, whether that is a friend, mental health professional, or someone else you trust.
Make sure to allow yourself to slow down and give yourself time to recover; rest is vital to be able to treat burnout.
Set boundaries for yourself to make sure that you are managing your time and energy in a healthy way.