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Can EMDR Therapy Help With Burnout?
Burnout has become so common among high achievers that many people assume it is simply part of adulthood. Feeling exhausted all the time? Normal. Struggling to concentrate? Normal. Dreading work but pushing through anyway? Also normal.
Except it is not.
How to Combat Lawyer Burnout and Reclaim Meaning in Your Work
Lawyer burnout has a particular texture.
It's not just exhaustion. Most lawyers are accustomed to being exhausted. It's the exhaustion plus the flatness. The cases you used to care about that now feel like line items. The Sunday dread that starts Friday night. The inability to remember why you chose this.
And underneath it, often, is a specific fear: if I slow down, I'll fall behind. If I feel this, I'll lose something I can't get back.
How to Cry Later: Emotional Containment for People Who Can't Fall Apart at Work
Suppressing emotions has real health costs. Delaying them doesn't. A therapist explains the containment technique that lets high-achievers feel everything, on their own terms.
The Joy of Missing Out: Why Feeling Glad to Opt Out Is a Sign of Growth
We hear a lot about FOMO, the fear of missing out. It’s the anxiety that everyone else is doing something better, more exciting, more meaningful. But there’s a powerful, often overlooked opposite: JOMO, the Joy of Missing Out. And far from being a sign that you’re checked out or anti-social, JOMO is actually a sign of emotional maturity, nervous system regulation, and living in alignment with your real values.
The Art of Resting (For People Who Are Bad At It)
If you’ve ever felt guilty for taking a nap, skipping a task, or saying no to “one more thing,” welcome.
What Is the Soft Life and Should You Try It for Yourself?
You may have heard the term “soft life” floating around on social media or in lifestyle articles. It's often paired with images of sunlit brunches, cozy routines, or people stepping away from hustle culture due to burnout. At first glance, it can seem like just another aesthetic trend. But there's more substance to it than you might think.
6 Signs You’re a High-Achiever in Survival Mode
If you're successful on the outside but constantly exhausted on the inside, you might not just be "bad at balance." You might be stuck in survival mode. Here are six signs you might be a high-achiever stuck in survival mode and how therapy for burnout can help you recover.
How Lawyers Can Combat Burnout and Reclaim Meaning in Your Work
Law isn’t just stressful; it’s systemically stressful. Long hours, high-stakes work, billable pressure, and the expectation to always be available can push even the most grounded person toward burnout.
What's The Difference Between Trauma, Depression, and Burnout?
If you’re exhausted all the time, struggling to focus, emotionally flat or overwhelmed, you might be wondering: Is this burnout? Is it depression? Or is it trauma I haven’t dealt with yet?
The answer might be one. It might be all three.
How Long Does It Take to Recover from Burnout?
If you're feeling completely drained, disconnected, and wondering how long it will take to feel like yourself again, welcome. As therapists who work with high-achievers, we've seen firsthand how devastating burnout can be to your motivation, health, relationships, and self-esteem. So how long does it take to recover from burnout?
Everything You Should Know If You're Considering Taking Medical Leave For Burnout
Burnout can be completely devastating to your life and health. It's not just a sense of dissatisfaction and lack of motivation. Burnout can cause serious health issues, not to mention damage relationships and self esteem. If you're considering taking medical leave, you probably have some reservations. Here's our complete guide so you can make an informed choice.
Your Vacation Won't Fix Anything: Addressing Burnout Beyond the Getaway
While a vacation might offer temporary relief, it won’t fix burnout. In fact, placing all your hopes on a getaway could leave you feeling even more depleted when you return. As therapists providing therapy for lawyers and other high-achievers, we see the pattern happen over and over again. Here's why the vacation myth persists, and what to do instead.
Reversing Course on Burnout for Lawyers
Lawyer burnout builds in stages. Learn the early signs, what helps, and the extra load women in law carry, from therapists who work with lawyers.
Can Burnout Make You Sick? A Therapist Explains
Burnout is more than feeling stressed. It's a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion from prolonged and unrelenting stress. While it can take a toll on your overall well-being, you might wonder, "Can burnout make you sick?"
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