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“You’re Burnt Out!”

In March of 2024, I made the humble acknowledgement that I was burnt out and needed to make myself a priority. I’d been running on vapors for a few years and I JUST COULDN’T DO IT ANYMORE. For those that don’t know me, I’m a typical Type A female, a get ‘er done 50 something…

Lori Sinclair

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In March of 2024, I made the humble acknowledgement that I was burnt out and needed to make myself a priority. I’d been running on vapors for a few years and I JUST COULDN’T DO IT ANYMORE. For those that don’t know me, I’m a typical Type A female, a get ‘er done 50 something who pushed through to complete any task. Or at least that’s what I thought I was supposed to do.

So how did I get here? Is it just me or did you also feel like life hit the accelerator when Covid 19 lockdowns lifted? Our world had experienced the collective trauma of the pandemic and in spite of that, we were supposed to pretend all was well and life was back to normal.

This is probably when my burnout symptoms began. I know I first spoke to my doctor in the fall of 2021 (and yes, I’m one of the very fortunate ones in Canada to have a primary health provider and I’m grateful for that every single day). While I probably always had mild anxiety, I became very anxious to drive in the small city I’ve lived in for years, I was not sleeping, and I was feeling stressed and irritable. I had also started to withdraw from socializing of any type. I’m an introvert but total withdrawal was not typical for me.

At the time, I didn’t see the point of taking time off so I persevered. What I didn’t realize was that my symptoms would continue to worsen if I didn’t make changes….

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8 responses to ““You’re Burnt Out!””

  1. Monique

    Hi. I really like your blog. I have never experienced a burnout but I have a friend who has and it was a real eye opener for me to see what it did to her.
    I like your story.

    1. Disentanglement

      Thank you for the support. I think burnout is more common than people realize.

  2. wanderlustsecretly40ea8a8bba

    Well written. Keep your head held high. You are worth everything and so much more. Proud of you and what you are doing.

    1. Disentanglement

      What a beautiful and supportive comment. Thank you!

  3. Helen

    The fact that you did recognize that you needed to put yourself first is a huge step.
    When we are brought up with carry on we will get through it attitude there is so much guilt at first.
    Keep putting yourself first. It sounds like you have been on quite the journey. Look forward to your posts.

    1. Disentanglement

      Thank you for your support. Acknowledging I needed help was a huge step in my recovery.

  4. Crystal Smith

    Wow. You just made me realize that I suffered from burnout in 2010. I knew I wasn’t well but I’ve always
    thought it was simply a severe case of fatigue. Your symptoms were mine.
    I want to walk this journey with you. You are very courageous to speak openly (I tried to hide) & I applaud your awareness. Looking forward to your posts. Please take care of YOU.

    1. Disentanglement

      It certainly sounds like you understand where I find myself. I really hope you join me on this journey. Sharing experiences helps with recovery.

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