The word “burnout” has become a buzzword - often reduced to “just fatigue” or “tiredness.” But real burnout runs much deeper, and when ignored, it can wreak havoc on your performance, health, and relationships.

When you shrug off sluggish mornings, fading motivation, and scattered focus as “just part of the job,” you’re letting hidden drains erode your drive.

Here’s a 3-step rescue plan you can start today:

• Map your iceberg. Draw a line: list your visible symptoms (tip) and hidden causes (base).

• Choose one root cause. Is it creeping scope, a fading sense of purpose, or zero “me” time?

• Take one bold step. Block deep-work slots, enforce a hard stop on email, or schedule a weekly reset ritual.

True recovery is more than about pushing through. It’s about healing what lies beneath the surface.

Because when you fix the foundation, the exhaustion melts away and real energy returns.

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