3 Signs of Burnout & 7 Tips to Fix It | My Experience as a Therapist & Content Creator

[@heyrobin]

Short form content idea: please clarify for people definitions of terms related to psychological in pop culture today like narcissism, gaslighting, OCD, ADHD, anxiety… etc. I feel like people just toss these around without fully understanding what they mean or how to correctly apply them

[@TellitTay]

Agreed!! Great idea!!

[@StephAnya]

That’s an awesome idea!! Thank you!!

[@foo.shanny]

One huge notice for me is if I cannot hold myself from crying in a public place. It means I've been holding it back for a lot longer than I realized and just enduring it.

[@StephAnya]

Yes! Emotional regulation struggles are a huge tell

[@cassie-cm]

I’m burnt out right now, didn’t recognize the signs until it was too late. I have been trying to pull myself out of it - I definitely needed this video!!!

[@latoniarucker1211]

I’m going to the dr. Tomorrow. I wish you were my therapist ❤

[@YinLoveOfficial]

🤗 sending my love ❤❤❤

[@ramsaydean]

This video hit me like a ton of bricks. My biggest sign is that things I normally love feel like a chore becuase I’m just so overwhelmed with everything on my plate. It’s definitely time for me to take some steps to reel some things in. Thank you so much for making this video!

[@nicholnunn8074]

This is such a good one to point out.

[@luceymonize7197]

Unlike you when I’m burnt out, I sometimes get sooo exhausted to the point where I come home and go straight to bed, or I come home, take a shower and fall asleep ashy lol. Currently feeling burnt out atm

[@chrisbartels1262]

My signs are definitely sleeplessness, feeling rushed even when I’m trying to relax, anxiety and agitation. When it gets really bad it turns in to panic attacks unfortunately. I’ve noticed that meditation really helps me, especially with the sleep part. Thank you so much for this video. It really came right on time for me. I’m currently in my Clinical Psychology Master’s and barely hanging on. I’ve always found your content super helpful. We even got watching one of your videos as a uni assignment a few months ago! You rule Steph. Love from the Netherlands

[@twiheartloverfyi]

This video was a confirmation for me. I scheduled two weeks off from everything so that I could focus on restoring my mental health and dedicating quality time to family and friends.

[@filibustergirl]

I absolutely love going out and being out the house, whether its meeting with friends, sitting at a cafe to do hw, or going to the park, it’s my way of recharging. I hate being home so much. A sign of bo for me is when I find myself dreading those moments of being out and I’m cooped up at home more. When I start noticing those moments, I reflect a lot

[@iuliastrungariu8345]

Great video! I've been burned out many times and the worst is not even realising it. Helpful to keep myself checked ❤

[@kamrynn6382]

i feel like i can’t remember a time where i wasn’t burnt out

[@andreaf8404]

im sorry, you will get through it ❤️

[@homelifewithlauren]

I start eating a very unbalanced diet and feel super unmotivated. That’s how I know. Give me all the carbs and no veggies when I’m burnt out! 😂

[@daniahmiller3336]

This is sooo timely. Your videos are always so helpful and practical. I just started my Counseling Masters program this Fall and I really had to re-evaluate my capacity at this stage of my life (I'm 31 and work full-time). I ended up taking a complete backseat on content creation and writing for public consumption when the semester started. I'd hoped to jump back on in January, but honestly I just need more time away from social media. I love sharing and engaging, but it definitely adds to my stress in different ways. School is going great and I love what I'm learning, but the lifestyle adjustment has been significant. I'm also starting a new job (after almost 7 years on my current job) and I know that transition will also be demanding, but so necessary for me. Managing my own mental health is incredibly important to me, especially as I transition into Counseling. My routine took a hit as I adjusted to being in school and working, but I'm looking forward to getting back on track in the coming weeks. I'm hoping to share about what navigating this has been like soon, but for now I'm living it lol. BTW, my professor has shared SEVERAL of your videos in our Ethics class. I was HYPE when I saw your face in the module. The content you produce is excellent and so valuable - thank you! I hope you enjoy the holidays!!

[@Trenephviews]

I’m going through a similar thing as a MFT grad student and plus I’m a mother with a child on the spectrum so I’m the definition of tiredddd 😮‍💨

[@daniahmiller3336]

@@Trenephviews everytike I think about my classmates doing this with kiddos I'm like 😩 sending you so much love and encouragement!

[@AishaandLife]

I know I’m getting burnt out when my emotions yo yo and I get easily annoyed by my loved ones 😢 loved this video. I’m also a content creator and burn out is real especially with all of the platforms and algorithms

[@epl1809]

Moment of appreciation for the hair looks gorgeous you look amazing and glowing ❤🥹

[@StephAnya]

Aw thank you so much

[@charlenecampbell7174]

This was insightful! You are one of my favorite KZbinrs thank you for creating such helpful content

[@StephAnya]

I’m so glad that you’ve found your best coping mechanisms! 💕

[@Crystal0139]

Oh my goodness right on time ❤, I’m a visiting nurse and I’m burnt out 😩. I love being able to help people but I have so many pts relying on me and I rarely get a break because even at home I’m working

[@StephAnya]

I feel you!! I hope that you can find some balance soon

[@Crystal0139]

@@StephAnya thank you so much

[@spamsamwabam]

I’m glad I saved this video. I worked late everyday and constantly checked my emails while on holiday - I didn’t realise how burned out I was until my friend called me out on it, saying THIS ISH IS NOT NORMAL 😂 Bless you both 😮‍💨❤

[@StephAnya]

I’m glad that you did too! We all need a reminder every now and then

[@luanapereira8468]

All of this video is so useful. I often find myself overwhelmed and too stretched out. Learning what signs to watch out for and how to better take care of my physical and mental health is great! Thank you Stephanie!

[@StephAnya]

So glad that’s its useful for you!!

[@andreaf8404]

love that you mentioned the physical part, its not everything but we underestimate how much our body can affect us! mind and body are so related!

[@deirdreoutlaw1578]

So many gems in this one video that I no longer feel burnt out 😮😂😂❤❤❤❤

[@kibibimaia6511]

Very valuable tips. Thanks. A major sign for me is irritability. I try deep breathing, mindful eating, listening to music, exercising and making a to do list. From this video, I ll try rescheduling to build some leeway in my timelines, and reassessing boundaries and social gatherings.

[@byejesper]

i just sit down and cry whenever i even think about work don’t let your burnout get worse, seriously, there’s a point of no quick go back its taking me a YEAR to go back to doing simple tasks

[@tooprada606]

I was just accepted into a graduate program for Clinical Mental Health Counseling so watching this has been so helpful for how to manage present and future stressors. This was so insightful so thank you🙏🏽 I hope and pray I am as supportive and helpful for my future clients as it seems you are with yours. Your videos are definitely therapeutic in a way for me

[@StephAnya]

Congratulations!! I’m so glad that you find the videos therapeutic 💕

[@miriammusembwa]

18:37 What if I’m not comfortable with any of my relationships 👀 Does she have a video on deepening relationships 😂

[@Worrywellpodcast]

Therapist here. I've definitely been there. I've also quit jobs because of Tip 3 and it made a huge difference.

[@flexaeona]

I literally needed this rn😢

[@TellitTay]

Thank you so much, this video truly came in divine timing, especially the tip when feeling more irritable with my partner🙏🏾🙏🏾 I feel so burnout and compassion fatigue in the crisis work I’m in, while in the middle of looking for a job in the field that i feel more in alignment with. The job interview process, while working this job has been soooo exhausting. But pouring into myself is sooo necessary. I miss reading and it truly does feel like a beautiful lift off to escape and give the mind some rest and ease. This video helped inspire me to go back😊📚💛✨ Also want to thank you Anya for the work you do. I’m also a content creator, and those tips are soooo helpful!! I’m glad you’ve been able to recognize when burning out, find different strategies to help provide content in a way that feels like a good fit for YOU❤ this video is truly inspiring on ways to adjust in harmonizing our personal, career, and relationships. 🙌🏾👏🏾

[@cheyennemckenzie8493]

Every month on my menstrual cycle I get easily burnt out by everything so I try to remind myself to be kind to myself and step back from things I'd usually take on more readily

[@StephAnya]

I definitely believe in cycle syncing for your lifestyle. I’m glad this has been helpful!

[@solangevarela5802]

You are amazingggg! Thank you for all you do! This was perfect timing! Keep shinning queen!

[@StephAnya]

You’re so sweet! Thank you!!

[@nicholnunn8074]

I get all the things you mentioned in this video and I do the things you suggested, so seeing this video was really affirming. I also stop enjoying the things I love to do and I have a hard time regulating my emotions. So not only am I irritable but I will find myself getting teary eyed over silly things. I think the biggest thing I have learned is planning rest time. I would get more overwhelmed trying to figure out how to stop being overwhelmed and in a bid to claw my way out I would push myself harder. Now I actively plan rest and breaks. And I tell myself it is ok to take those breaks.

[@just.call.me_ny]

Thank you sooo much for this timely video! For me, extreme irritation and cravings for cake and chips are my warning signs. I'm an animal and nature lover so surrounding myself with the two helps me to rebalance 👍🏽🥰👌🏾

[@nadiagasper6421]

You do your own nails? Tutorial please! 🙏 Thanks for all the information and inspiration ❤

[@redhead812]

Burnout hit me like a truck a couple weeks ago - it’s when I dread leaving my house in the morning to go to work.

[@amanisawari]

Loved this, including the point about splitting up the categories of one's life to better identify which areas burnouts my arise from

[@sacgeekgirl]

I think you covered all the signs for me 😅 Me investing in myself has really helped me value my own time and thus set boundaries and realistic goals ❤❤❤

[@jasareboatengable]

I love your content and I love you. I am a therapist (LPCA)and your content is very relevant to me. Thank you so much for prompting me to be more aware of my own causes of burnout. Keep them coming! ❤😊👍🏾👏🏾

[@StephAnya]

You’re so kind! Thank you 🫶🏽

[@gehennalapointe4146]

great video! I think an idea for short-term content would be boundaries at work. I work in a healthcare setting and this is the first job I've had that requires a lot of empathy. I consider myself to be empathetic, but I noticed that I'm becoming more numb. Would you happen to have tips on this or another one of your videos that could help?

[@TrishtonCarroll]

Hi! Can you please do a series on CPTSD! I trust your view points and would love to hear your perspective!

[@sharalhall5911]

I do the eating thing too - grazing/snacking all day. It’s hard to get back to health. I’m also very tired

[@divinelyinspired2d923]

I am currently working as a psychiatric clinician, grad school for mft/lpcc, and starting practicum. My biggest source to my burnout right now is my management. It's punitive to take time off. And now that I am trying to practice self care and take time off when I'm sick or exhausted, I can't. Insomnia and falling asleep too early, stomach/digestion issues;

[@vanessagarza2283]

Thank you for posting this video . We are therapists and we are human 🎉

[@paintitblack9712]

Thanks for this video! Most of the nurses i speak to on my unit are talking about a career change and im right there with them. Burnout is so real! Will definitely implement some of your tips ❤

[@StephAnya]

I hope that it helps!

[@MCGreggy28]

This definitely came to me at the right time. I’m dealing with work burnout at the moment.

[@MamaCancer23]

Thank you for your insight! I’ve been feeling burn out for so long it’s a norm for me. I wonder what normalcy will feel like 🤔 I too like to do my own nails because that’s always been fun for me since I was a teen. I definitely have to be mindful of my sleep schedule because I’ll stay up all night & feel terrible the next day. So, I have a routine where I put my phone away at a certain time, have bedtime tea, do yoga or journal & listen to relaxing music.

[@LethoHali]

Just what I needed!

[@StefyB5]

It's so difficult for me to form new relationships. The only one I had that made me feel 100% comfortable and like I could be truly myself I lost... that person made a choice out of fear and went away. I understand her, but every single new person I know doesn't even compare to her and I feel so lonely... 😕

[@angieBhanson]

Hi Steph! I hope all is well. Thank you for this because I’m feeling burned out now!

[@Jackie-fw9ek]

Definitely irritation. Also have absolutely no interest in small talk. My eczema also goes haywire

[@StephAnya]

Small talk is definitely my Achilles heel too!

[@kida-x2z]

hey Steph!! I was just watching Frozen on Disney+ and thought it wouod be really cool if you analyzed thier relationship dynamic 😁 i think yiu would have a field day with that one!

[@Kou459]

Ive seen you in a other channel and I’ve been stalking your page bcuz I really love your content thank you a lot for sharing your advices and knowledge!!!!

[@deas9410]

I’m a therapist and I’m burned out also 😢

[@brandishill6194]

I love me some Steph Anya, thanks for the tips :)

[@StephAnya]

Aw thank you!! ☺️

[@zoebirdhoenerd]

Very helpful video thank you so much for making it!

[@StephAnya]

Thank you for watching ♥️

[@haxellprincesss]

Do you have any videos of when your partner cheats on you ?? I’m in need of advice

[@StephAnya]

I do! Search Steph Anya Infidelity. Hopefully that will take you to it!

[@marionegal11]

this was such a valuable video for me, thank you so much 💗💗💗

[@cherrycain6425]

Thank you for this video. It was a good eye opener. God bless. ❤️✝️🙏🏻

[@StephAnya]

Thank you for watching it. I’m glad that it was an eye opener for you ♥️

[@andreyamatthew2035]

Thank you so much for this🙏🏾🙏🏾💗💗 I'm adding this video to my favorites so I can reference back to these helpful tips🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@StephAnya]

That makes me so happy! Thank you ♥️

[@andreyamatthew2035]

@@StephAnya Your welcome 💗💗

[@rmy_Youtube]

This topic is perfect timing!!!!! Great video as always❤

[@StephAnya]

Thank you!!!

[@priscilla.lefcowitz]

I ❤ this video! Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@StephAnya]

Thank you for watching!! ♥️

[@NaTashaBLMFT]

Good tips!!1 Thank you

[@janerock2718]

Once again, amazing ❤

[@c.c1038]

I know that im burned out. I have 2 jobs and no consistent schedule. I'm working 50+ hours a week.

[@klee1506]

What do you do with perpetual burnout? I feel like I’ve been burnt out for years but I cannot stop working because I’m on a working visa and the job I do offers barely any leave days.

[@BeingMimi]

I swear this popped into my Feed cuz God knew I was doing the most...I'm a mom ..I work a 9-5 ...I'm a podcaster / youtuber ...and o just remember waking up one morning and just breaking down and crying I legit called for my mom....I know I'm burned out....Its funny I used to love food when I'm stressed now food turns me off and I sleep so deeply ...ugh

[@StephAnya]

I hope that you find some balance soon. We all can relate!

[@jkdnjknjknnkjnkjnkjn6885]

Hi Steph, could you please do a review on Taylor and JP on love is blind s5?

[@tmlee123]

I needed to hear a lot of this.. sigh how and where do I begin?

[@undomiel466]

I wonder why we are all so burnt out

[@KatieLambie]

You are such an inspiration and I really need this. Thank you❤️

[@amandahurley]

Hi Stephanie! I was wondering if you watched Squid Game both the drama and the new reality show: squid game: the challenge? Would love to know your thoughts on things you see in the show!

[@StephAnya]

I’ve actually watched the reality show and not the original! My husband has been really trying to convince me to watch it. I may!

[@manuelakuchta7093]

What is Pcos per labs?

[@StephAnya]

If you're asking what labs can be signs of PCOS- high AMH, glucose, hemoglobin A1C, testosterone etc can all be signs dependent on the type of PCOS.

[@cody-channeling]

I appreciate this as Im going through grad school, in LA, of all places LOL.