Mental Load and Burnout
Mental load is the invisible admin of life. Burnout is what happens when load stays high and recovery stays low. This page is practical. No shame. No hustle fixes.
Signs your system is overloaded
- Snapping at small things
- Brain fog
- Feeling numb
- Headaches, gut issues, tension
- Hard to sleep, hard to wake
Reduce load first
- Remove one non essential task.
- Lower one standard.
- Ask for one specific support.
A micro recovery menu
Two minute reset
Water. Outside air. Slow exhale.
Body support
Heat pack. Stretch. Shower.
Environment
Lower lights. Reduce noise. Sit down.
Connection
One message to a safe person.
If you need more support
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