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Burnout (aka burnout syndrome) is the emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion that arises because your external environment has a prolonged negative impact on your physical health and mental health, and is the result of being exposed to an unrelenting & unwelcomed amount of stress. It can come from from long-term exposure to:  

• long work hours
• high-stakes responsibilities
• unrealistic expectations
• a toxic or fear-based workplace culture
• expectation to offer high-performance with inadequate resources
• emotionally demanding situations
• overworking 
• pushing yourself too hard without taking care of yourself and honoring your needs

While depression, which can have similar symptoms such as 

• hopelessness
• fatigue
• disinterest in things that used to bring you joy
• suicidal ideation 

Is a mental health condition and diagnosis based on the internal experience of a person, sometimes occurring without a root cause, for which most people, the catalyst is unclear.

It is always good to immediately seek professional diagnosis and professional mental health support if you suspect you fall into either case as both can cause yourself and your loved ones harm if unaddressed for too long. 

There are different ways to manage Burnout, however here are a few natural tips:

• engage in a good mindfulness practice
• set clear boundaries and stick to them
• keep a relevant and consistent self-care routine 
• advocate for yourself when you need help 
• speak with a therapist
• get the support of a coach