The Hidden Weight of Burnout: How It Creeps In, Affects Those Around You, & What You Can Do About It
Understanding Burnout: The Quiet Strain & How to Break the Cycle Burnout. It’s a word we hear often, but it can be difficult to truly understand what it feels like until you experience it firsthand. For me, burnout wasn’t loud or obvious at first—it crept in slowly, hidden beneath the chaos of daily life. At first, it felt like a dull ache, but as time passed, it became impossible to ignore. If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone. Let’s dive into what burnout looks like, how it affects us, and most importantly, how we can begin to heal. My Personal Struggle with Burnout One of the hardest seasons of my life was when we moved to Florida. I had a newborn, a toddler, and a nine-year-old. On top of that, I was homesick for New York City, where I was born and raised. Everything around me felt unfamiliar—my routines, my environment, and even myself. Looking back, I see now that what I was dealing with wasn’t just burnout—it was a combination of emotional exhaustion, a touch of po...
