Burnout vs laziness: understanding the real difference.
Being burnt out is different from being lazy. Stigmas like this one will keep you stuck if you believe them. Burnout is chronic physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion that comes from needing to be strong under intense and lasting stress for too long.
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DISCLAIMER:
Tim Fletcher is not a doctor or licensed therapist; he is a counsellor in Canada and has worked with people with Complex Trauma and Addiction for decades. Tim’s videos are for informational purposes only to provide understanding, learning, and awareness about complex trauma. No information published here can replace professional evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.
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