Burnout can creep in slowly, but recognizing the signs early can help you take action before it spirals out of control. Here are the top 10 signs of workplace burnout and tips for how to address them.

We’ve all felt tired after a long day or week. But what if that tiredness doesn’t go away, no matter how much rest you get?

Entrepreneurship is often glamorized as a nonstop hustle toward success. But behind the scenes, the relentless pace of building a business can take a toll—emotionally, mentally, and physically.

Compassion fatigue is often described as emotional burnout on steroids. For those in caregiving roles—whether you’re a healthcare worker, social worker, teacher, or family caregiver—it can feel like your ability to care for others is running on empty.

Healthcare workers are the backbone of our communities, often sacrificing their own well-being to care for others. But the constant exposure to high-stress environments, long hours, and the emotional weight of caregiving can take a toll.

College is often described as “the best years of your life,” but for many students, the reality is far more complex. Between juggling classes, part-time jobs, extracurricular activities, and maintaining a social life, it’s easy for stress to spiral into full-blown burnout.

Teaching is a labor of love, but it’s also a high-stress profession. Burnout in teachers often begins subtly, making it easy to miss.

Burnout isn't just feeling tired – it's a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged or excessive stress.

Burnout isn't a simple on/off switch. It's a gradual process that unfolds in stages, ranging from mild overwork to severe, debilitating exhaustion.

Many people use the terms "stress" and "burnout" interchangeably, but they are distinct conditions with different characteristics and consequences.

As someone deeply invested in the social justice movement, I've witnessed firsthand the incredible power of collective action. But I've also seen the toll it can take.

Burnout is often viewed primarily as a workplace issue, but its impact extends far beyond decreased productivity.