The Burnout Thermometer
Fatigue is solved by sleep. Burnout is NOT solved by sleep. Burnout is a nervous system disorder caused by prolonged misalignment between effort and reward.
You feel tired. Is it just a hard week, or have you hit the wall? The medical definition of burnout involves three vectors: Exhaustion, Cynicism, and Inefficacy.
Use the diagnostic tool below to check your "Cortisol Load." Be honest. No one sees this but you.
The 3 Stages of Fry
Burnout doesn't happen overnight. It is a slow accumulation of "Micro-Stress."
- Stage 1: The Grind. You work harder to compensate for feeling tired.
- Stage 2: The Detachment. You start to hate your clients/boss to protect your ego.
- Stage 3: The Collapse. Your body physically refuses to work (migraines, panic attacks).
If you score above 70% on the thermometer, you are in Stage 2. You do not need a weekend off. You need a Sabbatical or a Ghost Mode reset.
Recovery FAQ
Can I cure burnout while working?
Rarely. You cannot heal a burn while your hand is still in the fire. You must create "Psychological Distance" from the job.
What is the difference between stress and burnout?
Stress is "too much" (too much work, too much pressure). Burnout is "not enough" (not enough hope, not enough motivation). Stress kills you prematurely; burnout kills your spirit.
Need to reset your brain chemistry?
>> CHECK THE DOPAMINE LEDGER
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