Burnout and Perfectionism

You may be the person others count on to keep things moving, even when you’re exhausted. Taking on another shift, fixing someone else’s mistake, or answering one more message can feel easier than disappointing someone. When your sense of self-worth depends on how well you perform or how much you accomplish, slowing down can feel like you’re falling short.

In therapy, we can explore where those expectations come from, what they ask of you, and which ones you still want to live by. We can also look at what your work or home situation actually allows, so the changes we discuss fit the demands you’re facing.

That might mean practicing delegating, learning how to decline an extra responsibility, or letting someone else handle a task so you have room to rest and feel like yourself again.