These days most of us feel mentally and physically tired all the time but there are people who feel it is laziness setting in and that they are not burnt out.
Burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged exposure to high levels of stress or overwork.
It is a serious condition that can have detrimental effects on your overall well-being, and laziness is often a lack of motivation or willingness to exert effort.
Here are 6 signs that indicate you are experiencing burnout, not laziness.
1. Exhaustion
Burnout leads to overwhelming physical and mental fatigue that goes beyond normal tiredness. You may feel drained even after a full night’s sleep and struggle to find the energy to complete even basic tasks.
2. Loss of interest
3. Reduced productivity and performance
4. Health issues
Burnout can manifest in physical symptoms like headaches, muscle pain, and gastrointestinal problems. It can also impact your emotional well-being, leading to mood swings, irritability, and even depression or anxiety. Laziness typically does not result in these physical and emotional health issues.
5. Cynicism and detachment
You can feel a sense of cynicism and emotional detachment from your work or relationships. You may become more indifferent, or even resentful toward the responsibilities and commitments that once mattered to you.