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Burnout vs Stress:

How to Know

The Difference

Stress and burnout are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same — and the solutions for each are different.

What Is Stress?

Stress is typically short-term and situation-specific. It may come from:

  • Work deadlines

  • Family responsibilities

  • Life transitions

Stress often improves with rest, boundaries, or problem-solving.

What Is Burnout?

Burnout develops over time when stress becomes chronic. Common signs include:

  • Emotional exhaustion

  • Feeling detached or numb

  • Loss of motivation

  • Feeling overwhelmed or stuck

  • Difficulty concentrating

Burnout often affects professionals, caregivers, and people who feel responsible for everyone else.

Why Burnout Requires More Than Rest

Unlike stress, burnout doesn't resolve with a weekend off. It often requires:

Emotional support
Boundary work
Nervous system regulation
Identity and values exploration

How Therapy Helps with Burnout

Therapy can help clients recognize burnout patterns, reduce emotional overload, and rebuild sustainable routines.

Emlightened Words provides HIPAA-compliant telehealth therapy services to clients across llinois, including Chicago, Crete, and surrounding communities

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