Burnout is often misunderstood as “just stress.” People say, “I’m tired,” “I need a break,” or “Work has been hectic lately.” But true burnout goes far beyond feeling busy or overwhelmed. It is what happens when the nervous system has been under pressure for so long that it can no longer regulate itself properly. At this stage, rest alone is not enough. What you are experiencing is closer to a nervous system crash than ordinary stress. This is why many professionals who take
