Emotional burnout is not just fatigue, but chronic exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, especially at work or in caring for others. It manifests itself as apathy, irritability, a sense of meaninglessness, physical fatigue. Many do not notice it until they “break down”.
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The first signs are emotional alienation: you stop feeling joy from doing things you used to love. Work, communication, hobbies – everything seems meaningless. Cynicism appears: “Nothing will change anyway.”
Physical symptoms: chronic fatigue, insomnia, headaches, decreased immunity. The body screams that its resources are running out. Do not ignore these signals.
Cognitive signs: inattention, forgetfulness, decreased concentration. You feel that you “can’t cope”, although you could cope easily before. This is not about abilities – it is about overload.
The first thing you need to do is acknowledge burnout. Don’t say “I’m just tired.” Say “I’m burned out. I need recovery.” This is not weakness — it’s honesty.
