Burnout Is Not Failure: Healthy Detachment for Professionals

Burnout does not happen because you are weak.It happens because you have been strong for too long—often without enough support.

This reflection comes from a teacher who described herself as organized, reliable, and committed to her work. Her skills were still intact. Her mind was still sharp. Yet she shared something deeply honest:

“My thinking is still working, but emotionally, I’m giving up.”

If you are a professional who feels this way, you are not alone.