In the mist of our daily activities, at some point we get exhausted and drained emotionally, mentally, and physically from work. This exhaustion, if left unchecked, can be detrimental to our health. Hence the need to always take a step back once in a while in order to avoid breaking down completely.
I am a lady who is very lively, engaging, and energetic. If you bumped into a stranger who would lend you a listening and non-judgmental ear, be cheerful, and have a sensitive approach to finding solutions to what burdens your heart, you would most probably find me in that position of comfort. In my circle of friends, I am the go-to friend at anytime; there is never a dull moment with me around.
I was beginning to lose interest in everything. I was gradually becoming a shadow of myself. I practically detached myself from being around people, including my friends and loved ones. I became reluctant to engage in any conversation, and when I eventually did, I gave monosyllabic responses. It was unlike me because I enjoy talking. I can spend an hour over the phone just catching up with friends, and in between chats, I enjoy sending voice notes. My mood was not the only thing affected; so was my health. I had body aches and a banging headache so bad that even a cool shower didn't make it go. With my emotions all over, little things started to irritate me, and I became a crying baby for no reason. That was when I discovered that whenever I am burned out, I start having these symptoms because it has happened on several occasions.
To be able to overcome being burned out, one first needs to accept and agree that they are burned out and then recognise the need for self-care because ignoring one's well-being only increases the effects of burnout. I've learned to prioritise my health at all times because health is wealth.
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