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Burnout is not depression or anxiety, although its symptoms may be similar. Understanding the nuances of burnout is crucial for creating an action plan to prevent burnout as well as designing a burnout recovery journey.

Optimism is one of the first things that starts to leave us as burnout takes hold, which is why that is something to be mindful of. When our brains are functioning normally, we see challenges as exciting and as opportunities for growth, but as we slide into burnout, we begin to lose the ability to seek out and grab onto those opportunities.
Self-compassion is a key tool in recovering from burnout. Finding bright spots in your day, making time for yourself, and looking for opportunities to make positive shifts in your life are all part of putting the power of self-compassion to work. Prioritize things like sleep, eating well, and giving your brain and body a rest from screens and the noise around you.
Protecting against burnout or sponsoring your burnout recovery means setting healthy boundaries with your time at the end of each day. There are self-healing exercises you can do to help your brain know the time to drive and work hard is over and the opportunity for rest and rejuvenation is upon you. The video series below can help you with that.

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Managing Burnout: A 31-Video Series

Let’s talk Burnout. Join Dr. Kate Truitt in unpacking what Burnout (and is not!), assessing your Burnout status, and beginning to take actionable steps to build your proactive Burnout protection as well as healing program. Burnout is an occupational phenomenon defined as “a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed,” and is marked by exhaustion or energy depletion, heightened mental distance or negative or cynical feelings related to a job, and “reduced professional efficacy,” according to the World Health Organization.
 
These are unprecedented times and as pressure in our external environment rise – our internal environment is going to change too. Stress, worry, uncertainty, and fear about the world we live in does not stop at the threshold to our homes – it infiltrates. The good news is that when we know what yellow, or even red, flags to look for AND we know how to harness the power of neuroplasticity to create functional change – we can (and will!) set ourselves up for success! Just because the world feels out of control doesn’t mean we have to too.
 

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Proven Treatments for Stress and Burnout

…If you feel “burnout” setting in, if you feel demoralized and exhausted, it is best, for the sake of everyone, to withdraw and restore yourself. The point is to have a long-term perspective.

—Dalai Lama

Burnout is not depression or anxiety. It is a gradual, escalating process of stress that eventually overwhelms the brain.

Find Relief from Burnout with Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates

Have you been feeling like you’re falling short of the expectations you set for yourself personally or professionally? Maybe the challenges that once excited you now feel draining. Perhaps you’ve noticed a shift in your outlook—less optimism and more negativity or cynicism. If this resonates, you may be experiencing more than stress or anxiety—you could be on the road to burnout.

What Is Burnout?

Burnout isn’t an overnight experience like grief or trauma. Instead, it’s a gradual, escalating process. While burnout is often linked to high-stress workplaces, it can affect anyone who feels chronically overworked or underappreciated. This includes full-time parents and caregivers, who face unique and demanding pressures.

As burnout progresses, its impact deepens, often overwhelming the brain and body. Symptoms may include:

  • Mental and physical exhaustion
  • Feelings of hopelessness and helplessness
  • A sense of failure or defeat
  • Reduced satisfaction and productivity
  • Detachment or loss of motivation
  • Physical symptoms such as headaches or muscle pain

If these challenges sound familiar, know that you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate this alone, either.

 

How Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates Can Help

At Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates, we understand the toll burnout takes on every aspect of life. Our team of compassionate experts provides personalized support to help you recover, regain balance, and rediscover your passion for life. Whether through in-person sessions or the convenience of telehealth, we’ll work with you to develop tools and strategies to reduce stress, rebuild resilience, and nurture your well-being.

Take the First Step Toward Burnout Recovery

Imagine waking up each day with a sense of purpose and energy. Picture yourself feeling optimistic, engaged, and fulfilled—both personally and professionally. Burnout doesn’t have to define your life.

Contact the Dr.Truitt & Associates team today and schedule your complimentary consultation.  It’s time to begin your journey toward recovery. Together, we’ll help you reclaim your life, one step at a time.

To learn more about therapy and self-care for burnout, see our 31-video series titled, “Managing Burnout” in the sidebar of this article, or click here. Also see our blog article titled, “Overcoming Burnout: Self Compassion Provides the Healing Touch.”

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