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Burnout recovery is not about pushing yourself to get back to “normal” as quickly as possible. It’s about understanding what led to burnout, allowing your nervous system to recover, and creating changes that support long-term wellbeing. Burnout often develops after prolonged stress, particularly when demands outweigh emotional and practical resources. Many people experiencing burnout feel exhausted, detached, and unable to recover, even after rest. What burnout recovery invol

Burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged stress. It can creep up slowly, making it hard to notice until it significantly impacts your wellbeing. Recognising the signs early can help you take steps to recover and prevent further harm. Emotional Signs Persistent exhaustion:  Feeling drained even after rest Irritability or mood swings:  Becoming easily frustrated or impatient Cynicism or detachment:  Feeling disconnected from work, peo

For many people, saying “no”  can feel uncomfortable, selfish, or even frightening. We worry about disappointing others, damaging relationships, or being seen as unhelpful. Yet learning to say no is one of the most important skills for protecting our mental health, maintaining healthy relationships, and living in line with our values. Why Saying No Feels So Hard From an early age, many of us are encouraged to be agreeable, accommodating, and polite. Over time, this can turn i

Stress is something most of us experience daily — deadlines, family responsibilities, and the constant stream of notifications from our devices can leave us feeling tense and exhausted. While short-term stress can sometimes motivate us, prolonged or unmanaged stress can lead to burnout , a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion that can affect every area of life. In this blog, we’ll explore what stress and burnout are, the signs to look out for, and simple strate

When we think of flashbacks, many people picture vivid images or memories of past trauma playing in the mind. This is often true for those with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). However, for individuals living with Complex PTSD (CPTSD), flashbacks can manifest in very different ways. They are often not visual at all. Instead, they arrive as sudden, overwhelming feelings that seem to come out of nowhere. Psychotherapist and author Pete Walker (2013) calls these emotional

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