Have you ever been overwhelmed by a massive amount of work with an unreasonable deadline? How would you feel after many anxious days and nights of caring for sick loved ones with precious, few breaks? Do you remember returning to your day job while still caring for your colicky newborn by night? What do these situations have in common? Burnout! Those of us who have experienced the results of burning the candle at both ends for extended periods can tell horror stories about the toll it takes on our physical, mental and emotional well-being. (more…)