Burnout and Disconnection
Burnout is often described as exhaustion, stress, and loss of motivation.
But one of its most painful effects is the deep sense of disconnection from other people. Many people who go through burnout feel misunderstood, rejected, and ashamed. They struggle to relate to colleagues, friends, or even family.
Isolation and Burnout: Why Feeling Cut Off Hurts So Much
Discover how isolation deepens burnout, why loneliness fuels exhaustion, and practical steps to rebuild connection and recover.
Tunnel Vision in Burnout
Burnout often causes tunnel vision - the brain loses the big picture. Learn how it feels, how it affects employees at work, and steps to recover.
Why Your Brain Hurts from Burnout
Feeling like your brain is heavy or even sliced during burnout is frightening and real. Learn why it happens, what to do immediately, and daily habits that reduce the pain over time.
What Stress Does to Your Brain
Stress isn’t just a feeling. Long-term stress reshapes the brain, damages memory, and weakens focus. Learn what happens and how recovery begins.
Burnout and the Role of Antidepressants
Antidepressants don’t cure burnout but can support recovery. Learn how SSRIs, sleep aids, and other tools fit into the healing journey.