Burnout & Identity Conflict

Burnout isn’t just about overwork — it’s a breakdown in emotional regulation and identity-role conflict. This category covers how burnout forms and how to rewire the mindset that fuels it.

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When Rest Feels Unsafe: Perfectionism and Guilt

Perfectionists don’t always struggle to do more — they struggle to stop. When rest triggers guilt or anxiety,…

Perfectionism and ADHD: The Internal Tug-of-War

Perfectionism and ADHD might seem like opposites—but in many adults, they co-exist in a constant internal battle. One…

Burnout in Men: When Numbness Replaces Stress

Burnout in men rarely looks like collapse. It shows up as emotional numbness, low motivation, and irritability—and often…

The Overfunctioning Trap: When Productivity Is Just Burnout in Disguise

Overfunctioning is burnout that wears a cape. It hides in productivity, perfectionism, and control—and convinces you you’re thriving,…

When It’s Both: The Overlap Between ADHD and Burnout in High-Functioning Adults

Think you’re just burned out? You might be stuck in an ADHD pattern that’s fuelling your exhaustion, procrastination,…

The Link Between Procrastination and Emotional Exhaustion

When your emotional system is maxed out, starting even simple tasks can feel impossible. This blog reframes procrastination…