No. It is a screening checklist.

What if my score is high?

Consider rest, boundary setting, and professional support.

Yes, to track changes over time.

Does it only apply to work stress?

No, personal stress can also affect results.

Knowing When to Stop

Burnout syndrome is a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion caused by prolonged stress. It’s not laziness; it’s often a sign that you’ve been running too hard for too long without enough recovery.

What is your current energy level?

3 Steps to Recover from Burnout

Let Go of Perfectionism: Accept that you are doing enough and be kind to yourself.
Set Boundaries: Disconnect from work-related messages after hours to ensure true “me time.”
Small Wins: Instead of grand goals, focus on small personal choices—like what you want for dinner—to regain a sense of agency.

Your value is not defined by your productivity alone. It’s okay to slow down.

Burnout: The Shadow of Passionate Work (Understanding Burnout)

Burnout Syndrome occurs when a person who has been intensely focused on work without rest experiences extreme physical and mental fatigue. This is not just simple tiredness; it is a ‘Forced Shutdown’ state where the brain cuts off energy to protect itself.

1. The 3 Core Symptoms of Burnout

Modern burnout typically presents in three stages:

Emotional Exhaustion: “I have nothing left to give.” All energy is depleted, making emotional regulation difficult during minor tasks.
Depersonalization: Becoming cynical and indifferent toward colleagues or work. Treating customers as “tasks” rather than people.
Reduced Accomplishment: Feeling that hard work leads nowhere and doubting one’s own competence.

2. Stress vs. Burnout

Stress: A state of energy excess. Feeling pressured to “Get it all done now!” (Focused on anxiety)
Burnout: A state of energy depletion. Feeling “What’s the point?” (Focused on emptiness and detachment)

💡 Professional Recovery Strategies for Burnout

Note

Psychological Detachment and Active Rest Checking work messages after hours is like leaving an engine idling. Create a ‘Sunday Evening Routine’ to separate work from life. Also, activities that provide ‘Non-work related Immersion’ (e.g., woodworking, cooking, hiking) are far more effective for brain recovery than passive rest like staring at a screen.

Expert Q&A

Should I quit my job if I have burnout?

Resignation isn’t always the answer. When symptoms are severe, practice ‘Quiet Quitting’—working only assigned hours and maintaining a psychological distance—first. Decisions made after you have recharged your energy are the wisest.

Is burnout a medical condition?

The WHO classifies burnout not as a disease but as an ‘Occupational Phenomenon’ that requires management. If left untreated, it can lead to depression or panic disorders, so catching early signals is vital.

Balanced tools for a healthy life: