Burnout is the state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion, and it’s something which is becoming more and more common as we struggle to balance our lives and the encroach of technology meaning it’s hard to ever properly shut off from work. In my work as a health psychologist, I’ve worked with countless people struggling to manage their stress, and it’s clear that modern life often leaves us drained. In fact, a recent YouGov poll for Mental Health UK revealed that 35 per cent of people experience high levels of pressure at work, with 20 per cent needing time off due to stress.
