Signs of Burnout

Being burnout looks differently for everyone and it affects us all in different ways. Here is a list of common signs of burnout.

Emotional

• Constant exhaustion

• Cynicism

• Detachment

• Irritability

• Depression

Cognitive & behaviour

• Withdrawal and loss of interest

• Procrastination

• Feeling of dread

• Lack of motivation

• Feelings of uselessness

• Lack of focus or concentration

• Decreased performance

• Self-doubt

• Unhealthy behaviours

Physical

• Difficulty sleeping

• Fatigue and sluggish

• Frequent illness

• Physical aches

• Changes in appetite

• Frequent headaches

• Stomach pain

Social

• Struggling to care about daily matters

• Neglecting personal care and hygiene

• Being withdrawn and avoidance

• Isolation from friends and family

• Relationship difficulties

• Easily agitated and snapping

• Feeling overwhelmed

Spiritual

• Loss of interest in ones faith/beliefs

• Difficulty finding meaning or purpose

• Spiritual numbness

• Spiritual detachment

• Questioning faith/belief