We often talk about the later stages of burnout, the results, the exhaustion, the depression, the physical collapse. We don't talk so much about the thinking patterns, behavioural changes and phases prior to that.
In this short (20 min-ish) solo episode I share with you the 12 stages of burnout as coined by Herbert Freudenberger and Gail North in the early 90s and some practical real life behaviour or thinking you may notice for yourself or those you love. Take a listen to hear:
- what sets us up for burnout. When we understand the root causes we can go there to make changes vs cycle through the phases to burnout, take a month off to recover and then do it all again
- the phase most of my 1:1 clients stay in because they can't "afford" to collapse - they are often the caretakers and breadwinners and foundations for people who depend on them
- a little known diagnosis and term that may support you to get medical help and benefits (high functioning depression is not recognised as a clinical diagnosis)
It sucks to feel anxious, overwhelmed and exhausted - know that you are not alone. If you recognise yourself and want to work with me you can have a look at options to do so below. This is a theme I work with both in 1:1 coaching and in my group programme EXPAND.
Links:
Work with me - options
Phases of Burnout Table RESOURCE
Click here to get to my website where you can read more about me and sign up for some burnout prevention resources: https://www.coachingwithmaude.com/aboutmaude
For full show notes, visit https://www.coachingwithmaude.com/
