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Burnout doesn’t just steal your energy; it robs you of presence. It makes you emotionally unavailable for the moments that truly matter—like watching your kids laugh or your dog wag its tail in pure delight. When was the last time you fully "felt" the joy in those moments? Don’t let burnout take that away from you. It’s time to pause, reflect, and take action to reclaim your energy and connection. 💡 What small step can you take today to protect your emotional well-being? Capturing a moment of delight between Snowy and the kids in our neighbourhood. #BurnoutPrevention #EmotionalWellness #ReconnectWithJoy

💡 Connection is the antidote to isolation. 💡 Burnout often creates walls where bridges should be. It’s easy to feel alone, even when surrounded by people. But reaching out doesn’t just help you—it helps others, too. 🌱 There was a time when I felt completely isolated, even in a room full of people. I started small, sending a postcard to two people every week. It was an easy way to reconnect, and to my surprise, many of those people called me back. Those conversations reminded me that connection was always within reach, even when it felt out of sight. What if you took one small step toward connection today? Here’s how: 1️⃣ Send a quick text or email to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while. 2️⃣ Schedule a coffee chat, even virtually, with a colleague or friend. 3️⃣ Join a group or community that aligns with your interests. Building connection isn’t about grand gestures—it’s about small, intentional actions. 🛠️ Values to Consider: Belonging: Strength comes from knowing you’re not alone. Compassion: Reaching out helps others feel seen and valued. 🌟 Hi, I'm Dawn Dunsmore. Follow me for strategies on burnout recovery, resilience, and building meaningful connections. ♻️ Reshare this post to remind someone that connection is always possible. #BurnoutRecovery #ConnectionMatters #Resilience #ThrivingWithCare

𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸? When you've tried therapy, self help books, venting to co-workers or friends, changing roles or jobs, and still feel disengaged and depleted... I get you. Burnout is overwhelming & confusing and can spiral out of control. BREATHE 🦋 The storm doesn’t have to sweep you away. The chaos is not who you are but rather a sign. Get to know your experience form a safe distance. 🌺 Three places to start: 1. Check-In: Monitor your stress level (rate it 3x/day from 0-3) as a way to separate from the stress response through awareness & observation. Communicate to your body that you care enough to pay attention. There’s a cost to every choice: pay with attention vs. physical symptoms. 2. Lite Limits: Say "no" to something simple and somewhat inconsequential, and begin to practice. YES is comfortable short-term but troublesome in the long haul. NO is difficult in the moment but can bring relief and internal peace long-term. 3. Connect: Share your experience with like-minded women. Start here. Place it on the keyboard and let your fingers do the talking. How is overwhelm showing up in your life? What do you do in your efforts to find peace of mind? #Burnout #CareerChange #FindYourPassion #EnergyBoost #WomenInBusiness

**Ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders?** 🎭 The truth is, mental overload doesn’t happen overnight. It builds up—slowly, quietly—until suddenly, we’re drowning in stress, commitments, and emotional exhaustion. And often, by the time we realize it, it’s already *too much.* But what if we asked for help *before* reaching that breaking point? 🛑 💡 **Setting healthy boundaries isn’t selfish. It’s self-care.** Here’s how you can start protecting your energy: ✅ **Recognize the signs early** – If you're feeling drained after interactions or constantly overwhelmed, it's time to set some limits. ✅ **Practice saying no without guilt** – Try: *“I’d love to help, but I can’t commit right now.”* ✅ **Prioritize your own needs** – You can’t pour from an empty cup. Rest and recharge *before* burnout hits. ✅ **Seek support when things start getting tangled** – Don’t wait until the knot is too tight to untangle. Reach out early. 🚀 **Your energy is valuable—spend it wisely.** What’s one boundary you’ve set that made a difference in your life? Let’s learn from each other in the comments. 💬👇 #MentalHealth #WorkLifeBalance #HealthyBoundaries #EmotionalWellbeing #SelfCare

Would you let trash pile up in your home? Then why let it clutter your mind? At times, I used to wake up feeling like my mind was a junkyard, filled with lingering doubts and unfinished to-do lists. It felt overwhelming, like trying to clean a messy house where you don’t even know where to start. But then I discovered simple ways to declutter my mind and the peace that followed was indescribable. Three quick tips to clear up the same - 1. Mental Decluttering: At the end of your day, write down every thought that feels incomplete or overwhelming. Treat it like emptying a mental trash bin. It could include listing all tasks you postponed, frustrations you encountered, or ideas you don’t want to forget. 2. Mindful Breaks: Practice a one-minute reset during stressful moments by taking three deep breaths, closing your eyes, and focusing only on the sound of your breath. Try this while waiting for your coffee to brew or during a commute. 3. Positive Replacements: For every negative thought, consciously say something uplifting to yourself. For example: Negative: “I’m so behind on this project.” Positive: “I’ve accomplished so much already, and I’ll handle this one step at a time.” How do you keep your mental space clutter-free in a busy world? #MentalClarity #PositiveMindset #LeadershipGrowth #MentalHealthMatters

Good morning.. I've been hiding. 😱 Not in a way to indicate any negative connotation, yet to respect my own boundaries. You see.. as humans we are made to believe that to be of service to others that we are to always be *on. By holding this thought, we train ourselves to sacrifice our well-being for others, when in fact, our well-being is the core of how we are to be of service to others. Our internal dialogue, mental/emotional/energetic health are the driving force of ALL of our interactions... So, if you're not nurturing and caring for yourself, you are useless to those who will benefit from the gifts you bring to the world. 🗝 As much as I value, respect, and cherish all of our interactions, your comments & DMs.. there are times when I feel a break is necessary - and I allow my mind-body-soul to determine how long (and to what degree) that'll be. Friends, the reason I'm sharing this with you is because burnout is very real.. and it doesn't matter how healed, how well trained, how well you compartmentalize your life, or anything - burnout CAN happen to anyone. Know when to step back and respect YOUR boundaries. Know when to prioritize YOUR health in every aspect. 🗝 We all have a lot happening in our lives, but you will be of no use to yourself or others if you're not mentally/emotionally/energetically fit. 👉 Remember... you are powerful, yet you are human. Have a beautiful day! If this message resonates with you, let's chat. jessirisley.com #healthyboundaries #selfcare #selfrespect #burnout #emotionalhealth #energetichealth #mentalhealth #mensmentalhealth #menscoach #womenscoach #womensmentalhealth #mentallyfit #emotionalbalance #boundaries #emotionalintelligence #relationships #emotionalgrowth #selfreliance #motivation #selflove #overwhelm #mindsetshifts #transformation #traumahealing #traumabonds #healingjourney

You feel useless. But are you just burnt out? 🔥 If you’re SERIOUSLY burnt out, you may be in… 😩 Burnout phase You’re at max capacity. You can’t keep running at full speed. Self-doubt takes over, and you feel totally incapable. OR you feel completely numb. ❌ Habitual burnout phase The most severe phase of burnout. Your body forces you to stop, and you physically can’t carry on. You feel anxious non-stop, and each day starts with a sense of dread. Not sure you’re here yet? Ask yourself this… Do you wake up dreading the day? Do you say “yes” to every opportunity? Do you feel completely and utterly exhausted? Do you continuously work more than you can handle? P.S. Have you hit habitual burnout before? What was it like? – Lizzie Simpson and I are doing 31 posts like this throughout December to help you STRESS LESS and BEAT BURNOUT before 2025. Follow Emma Loker BSc, PGDip and Lizzie for more. We’re also releasing a MASSIVE New Year’s Day Giveaway that you don’t want to miss! #burnout #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #worklifebalance #eft #emotionfocusedtherapy #mentalhealthwriting #mentalhealthwriter

I had a physician client who told me he was searching for solutions to his feelings of burnout, isolation, complacency and subclinical depression for over 2 years before he hired me! His health was suffering. His family relationships were suffering (with both his wife and kids). He lost his passion and joy for the field he had an expertise in. He was reading self-help books, listening to YouTube videos and trying occasionally to exercise and meditate, but nothing seemed to be working. He was trying to do it all by himself - with no support, no guidance, just pure grit. Doing it alone wasn't working and finally he realized that reaching out for help was the best step he could take - not only to shift the dial on how shitty he felt but also to stop the downward spiral before it got even worse! At some point in our lives, we ALL need support - and reaching out for help isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a courageous act of self-leadership and strength. If any part of this story resonates with you, know that you don’t have to keep pushing through the pain on your own. Burnout, stress, and a lack of fulfillment are not just part of the job - they're signals that something needs to change. My client’s breakthrough began when he decided to stop struggling in silence and reached out for support. With the right guidance, he reclaimed his health, rebuilt his relationships, and rediscovered his passion for his work and life. You don’t have to wait another 2 years, feeling stuck and searching for answers that seem out of reach. If you’re ready to take that first step toward a better, more fulfilling life, let’s talk. Send me a message - your well-being is worth it. #PhysicianBurnout #CorporateBurnout #MentalHealthMatters #BurnoutRecovery #SelfCare #ThrivingNotSurviving #PhysicianWellness #ExecutiveCoaching

Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or emotionally drained? This video is a must-watch to regain control. How much can our mind carry, and when does it become too much? These are questions I keep asking myself. Have you ever thought about this? It affects every aspect of our well-being. We know how much we can carry in our hands and when to stop because we physically see things falling. But what about our minds? Through this video, I’ve tried to give a physical appearance to our mental load. I hope that next time you make space for people, thoughts, emotions, and experiences that don’t make you happy, it reminds you that something important—something that makes you happy—might fall off if you carry too much. I used to hold onto so much in my mind until one day, I felt completely overwhelmed. My mind felt like it was about to burst. I had so much in it. I took the time to reflect on what was happening. I had been running so fast, trying to achieve, learn, and contribute so much that I didn’t realise I was carrying unnecessary baggage, pulling me back and draining me. Not anymore. Now, I constantly remind myself of this: Our mind can carry the weight of the world, but it thrives when we choose what to hold onto. Since then, I’ve become happier and more creative and have achieved so much more professionally and personally. #professionalgrowth #supportnetwork#happiness #life#livinglife #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalwellness#womenempweringwomen

Task for the #Weekend: Reflect on the past few days and #assess your conversations. How many times did you say “#yes” and how many times did you say “#no”? This exercise will help you realize whether you tend to say "yes" more often than "no." Next, go deeper within yourself and reflect on how many times you #willingly and happily said "yes" or "no," and not because of #fear or pressure. Identify situations where you felt compelled to make a choice that wasn't your wish, and consider how you can change that next time. This is a remarkable step in self-awareness. Most of our #mental turmoil arises from our fear, shame, or embarrassment to say “no,” and the rest from #feeling compelled to say “yes.” We need to strike a balance, and for that, we need clarity. Consider how many “yes” you can actually manage or if it's worth it. Is the cost of saying “no” higher than not saying “no”? Decide if pleasing people, smoothly navigating situations, and going the extra mile to save relationships are more important than your mental and emotional health. The answers are within us. Go #inward to find balance. If you need any help, DM me. You can also start journaling for your self-#reflection process (link in the first comment). Enhance LifeSkill LinkedIn Guide to Creating #journaling