Burnout: a lesson for ages 18 to 25
Rest is not lazy. Planning downtime, sleep and asking for help can prevent burnout. If exhaustion lasts, talk to a doctor.
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The situation
You work full-time and take night classes, and you feel exhausted every day.
You feel guilty when you take any time off.
What would you do?
- Schedule real rest and ask for help where you can.
- Cut sleep to fit everything in.
See the recommended choice and why
Recommended choice
Schedule real rest and ask for help where you can.
Rest is not lazy. Planning downtime, sleep and asking for help can prevent burnout. If exhaustion lasts, talk to a doctor.
Your next step
Block one evening this week with no work.
Words you can use
“I need a night off to recharge.”
Sources
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