Burnout is a term that’s becoming increasingly prevalent in the modern world. It’s what can happen when we don’t deal with our stressors and that stress turns chronic.
Over time, it can affect our physical and mental wellbeing, sometimes with long-term consequences. Burnout can happen to anyone at any time. It’s not a weakness; it’s a sign of pushing ourselves past our limits for too long.
Symptoms can include:
In the articles below, you’ll find out more about how burnout can happen, and what you can do to prevent and deal with it.
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