We all have days when we feel tired. But burnout is different. It’s not just about needing sleep or a break; burnout is when your body, mind, and emotions shut down after being under too much pressure for too long.
Stress is when you have too much going on.Burnout is when you feel like there’s nothing left inside to give
Burnout is now recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as an “occupational phenomenon,” not just a personal issue.
IT & Finance sectors in India reported the highest burnout rates, with over 60% of employees citing mental exhaustion.
One of the ways to overcome burnout is to set clear work-life boundaries, take regular breaks and time off. Learn to say “No” without guilt, find meaning in what you do,talk to someone : a friend, mentor, or therapist
Burnout doesn’t go away with just a weekend off. It needs rest, reflection, and change. Sometimes it needs systemic fixes, not just personal ones.
