Burn-Out? These 3 Ways Help You Overcome It!

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Ever felt so tired, demotivated, and like everything you used to love is now a burden? You could be experiencing burnout. Burnout is not just ordinary fatigue, it's a condition of prolonged physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion due to constant pressure or stress. This condition is often experienced by students, workers, or anyone who is burdened with high expectations and a hectic pace of life.

So, what to do when you feel burnout? Check out these steps to start recovering.

1. Evaluaste Load and Prioritization

Burnout is often caused by an unbalanced load. Try to evaluate your daily activities: which ones are really important and which ones can be reduced or postponed? Learning to say “no” is also important so that you don't keep taking on burdens that you don't have to.

Tip: Use the Eisenhower Matrix method (urgent vs important) to re-prioritize yourself.

2. Talk to a Trusted Person

Keeping everything to yourself will only make things worse. Try talking to close friends, family, or a counselor. Simply sharing your story can make you feel more relieved and understood. Social support is an important part of the recovery process from burnout.

Also read: Many Task Deadlines Make you Dizzy? Here's How to Manage Stress

3. Do Things You Enjoy (Without Guilt)

Burnout makes us lose connection with things that used to be fun. Start slowly doing the little things you enjoy without guilt-watching your favorite movie, drawing, or going for an evening walk. You deserve to rest and feel happy.

Burnout is not the end of the world. It's a signal from your body and mind that you need some breathing space. By recognizing this condition, giving yourself time to recover, and re-prioritizing, you can find your energy and passion again. Remember: taking care of yourself is not selfish, but a form of responsibility towards your mental health and future.

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