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It’s Not Just Stress: Recognizing the Signs of Deep Mental Burnout

Growing up, I was taught you need to always be present and always be willing to do what you were told. At work, you have to always be ready and always be willing to do more. Do not take too much time off of work or they will not like it. And most importantly, put others first. This was the way of life for many generations. But today, life is a little different. Today, many companies and people in general are focusing on a life balance. Without balance, something will suffer. And in a deep mental burnout, the one suffering …

Don’t Burn out your Bright

I had an episode last night. For the last week, I have been stressed and pushing myself. Then when I got home, I had little time to relax. For days this was happening. So, when my workday became even more stressful, my body went into exhaustion. Last night I was not physically exhausted, but mentally. And so other areas were intensified. That was when the tears flowed. Suddenly, I felt lost, lonely, and so tired of everything. You It is so important that we take time for ourselves. However, you can work it out, it is vital. I have not …