- BurnoutHigh standards. Hidden stress.
The slow build of burnoutBurnout sneaks up on you.
You don’t plan on burning out, but you can’t seem to slow down. In fact, slowing down feels almost impossible. You have a never-ending list of things on your to-do list, you have to take the kids to their after school activities, you have an important meeting coming up that you have to prep for, and you and your partner still need to plan that date night that you both have been talking about for weeks but can’t seem to find the time for.
And then slowly, everything feels too much. You notice yourself getting more irritable. All of a sudden, getting out of bed in the morning becomes more difficult. You become more forgetful, and you’re spread so thin that you don’t feel like you’re succeeding in any area of your life. You start becoming apathetic, resentful. You are completely and utterly exhausted.
This is burnout.
on the OutsideHolding It All Together
You're the person who:
Gets things done
Takes on responsibility
Sets high expectations
Rarely asks for help
Keeps pushing forward
On the insideRunning on Empty
Behind the scenes:
Constant mental exhaustion
Difficulty switching off
Guilt when resting
Irritability or detachment
Never feeling good enough
- How Kate Can HelpKate’s approach to burnout is two-fold. First, she works with you to integrate therapy tools to manage burnout symptoms, including chronic fatigue, anxiety, and low mood. She will also work with you to create a self-care plan that is practical for your day-to-day life and tailored to your needs.
Second, she will help you understanding the underlying behavioural patterns that are contributing to and perpetuating the cycle of burnout This might include difficulty setting boundaries, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or feeling the need to constantly meet the expectations of others.
Burnout is more than having too much on your plate.
Recognize
The signs and symptoms of burnout
Understand
The underlying patterns contributing to burnout
Reconnect
With your needs, values, and well-being
Who does burnout affect?Nobody is immune to burnout.
While burnout can affect anyone, certain roles and responsibilities can increase the risk of chronic stress and exhaustion.
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Healthcare & Helping Professionals
High workloads, emotional demands, and the responsibility of supporting others can lead to chronic stress and exhaustion.
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Professionals & Business Owners
High expectations, competing responsibilities, and pressure to succeed can make it difficult to slow down and recharge.
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Caregivers & Parents
Caregiving can be deeply rewarding, however, the ongoing demands of caring for others can leave little time or energy for your own needs.
Moving out of survival mode