Have you ever felt yourself on the verge of burnout? Or worse still, watched one of your loved ones balance unsteadily on the edge of that awful precipice, rocking back and forth between sensible rest and a desire for endless, but ultimately meaningless, productivity?
If you’re unsure, let us briefly explain exactly what burnout is, and what experiencing it means for your overall health in the long run. A state of physical, mental and emotional exhaustion caused by chronic stress, burnout is a condition which includes symptoms such as feeling tired and drained constantly, feeling a sense of helplessness and defeat, developing a cynical outlook, difficulty engaging in activities you normally enjoy, and an all-around sense of complete overwhelm.
