How to Get Over Being Burned Out Burnout is common if you are frequently multitasking and being expected to accomplish too much. Feeling despondent, persistent weariness, a lack in self-care (such as basic hygiene or eating), having poor boundaries, being cynical, and isolating oneself are all signs of burnout. It's important to take time out for yourself when you're feeling exhausted. Being burned out can be very damaging to your health. If you aren't careful, burnout can lead to depression, anxiety, alcohol or drug abuse, or even suicide. Burnout can also cause serious problems at work: impaired judgment, inability to concentrate, and increased risk of injury due to repeated actions that may not be safe to perform while tired are just some of the dangers of being burned out. Burnout can also impact one's relationships: if you are constantly irritable or angry with those close to you, it might be time to find a new job or seek treatment for your own issues. There are several factors that can lead to burnout. Excessive workloads and stress levels are the most common causes of burnout. Other factors include lack of control over one's life, inadequate pay, and limited opportunities for career growth or advancement. Living with burnout means trying to regain balance in one's life - mentally, physically, emotionally.