5 Signs It's Burnout, not Laziness (@Naphia's version)

The distinction between laziness and burnout actually isn't always easy to make; burnout is defined as "a negative state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by chronic stress and an inability to cope with it."

If you are experiencing burnout, here are a few tell-tale signs that it isn't actually laziness, but burnout.

#burnout #laziness #version2

DISCLAIMER This video is for educational purposes and is based on personal opinions. This video is not a substitute for professional advice, but for general guidance. Please do not take this feedback as an attack on your character. This video was meant to be a self-improvement guide for those of you who have been feeling a little stuck. We advise you to always listen to your intuition and always do what is right for you.

Writer: Chloe Avenasa
Script Editor: Rida Batool
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
VO:: Amanda Silvera
Animator: @Naphia
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

References:

Korunka, C., Tement, S., Zdrehus, C., & Borza, A. (2010). Burnout: Definition, recognition and prevention approaches. Family & Community Health: The Journal of Health Promotion & Maintenance, 43(3), 311-318.
American Psychological Association (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – 5th Edition. APA Publishing; Washington, DC.
Leiter, M. P., Bakker, A. B., & Maslach, C. (Eds.). (2014). Burnout at work: A psychological perspective. Psychology Press.
Greenglass, E., Fiksenbaum, L., & Burke, R. J. (1996). Components of social support, buffering effects and burnout: Implications for psychological functioning. Anxiety, stress, and coping, 9(3), 185-197.
Cropanzano, R., Rupp, D. E., & Byrne, Z. S. (2003). The relationship of emotional exhaustion to work attitudes, job performance, and organizational citizenship behaviors. Journal of Applied psychology, 88(1), 160.

[Psychgo]

Do you like the version animation style more or this version? Comment below. We're testing out different art styles to see what you like!

[stargazer]

1. You feel disconnected from everything
2. You used to be motivated
3. You used to be passionate
4. You've become moody and irritable
5. You've neglected your self care
6. These changes happened gradually

[omnid.slayer]

Feeling disconnected from everything is in my opinion one of the worst feelings in the world..
And the worst part which is from my personal experience is that you want to "connect" but it feels like it's impossible..

[joban]

I thought I was lazy my entire life, but then I started SSRIs and turns out I just spent most of my life needing 15 minutes to recover from every small effort. Didn't even realise I was hopelessly stressed out because I'd never felt anything different

[SelenaOlalde]

I tried explaining this to my family, but as expected from a Hispanic family they’re ignorant to what I am trying to convey to them. They speak as tho they know everything and they tell me nah you just lazy. When I clearly remember being able to do everything with ease, but now it’s a mental challenge for me to simply get myself up and clean my room or take a shower. I try to push myself in different ways and for them to tell me hurry up and bring me their problems stresses me out completely. It’s nice to see a video where I can honestly relate to. Thank you


Edit: Thank you all for your kind words and experience. I guess no matter what race you are we all have to deal with the same situation. I pray we can all find the peace we need to get through it. You are all beautiful and wonderful people. Love you guys ❤️

[robolasher]

After the first burnout vs laziness clip, i talked to my psychologist about. She told me that i was indeed going threw burnout. Getting the mail, paying bills, a little yardwork, cleaning the litterbox and feeding myself and the 2 cats is about all i can handle at this point. Having lost all family during this "crisis" and sprinkle a little cOvId on top and o boy...thanks for your content BTW

[thecosmicblueautie]

I needed this badly. As an person on the spectrum who has aspired to being a singer-songwriter and a multimedia artists, I find myself putting everything to the side for things that only ever tires me out and leaves me with little room for better myself. These days, everything I used to love doing and find solace in are stuff I no longer care for as much as I used to. I wish I had that motivation back.

[yuisawyer]

I was literally thinking just about this a couple seconds ago, tonight has been the most stressful night I've ever had

[colin_cartoons]

Huh. I guess I’m not just lazy :/
Thank you! 😊

[zeratulthedark]

Burnout also affects one's judgement skills. When engaged in activities, a person who is burned out will make poor decisions because of the inability to rationally think through the potential consequences. I say this, because that was when I realized i was burned out was when I started doing things that i wouldn't have done before at work. I was making poor decisions. I still feel some of the after effects of the burnout, but it has taken a few years to return to a higher state of non depression/burnout. I still have trouble motivating myself to do things that I enjoy. But I am at least far less irritable and moody.

[LRoshae]

I saw him burying the guitar and the mic and I just started crying. Tears are flowing now as I type. So many passions and so many let downs… thank you for the realization.

[moonlight_staryx]

Hey you! Yes you! Sorry for interrupt your scrolling but i just wanted to say that smile today and you'll look beautiful everyday 😊

[esha]

5 Signs It's Burnout, Not Laziness
0:54 - You feel disconnected from everything
1:36 - You used to be motivated
2:02 - You used to be passionate
2:34 - You become moody and irritable
3:03 - You neglected your self care
3:33 - These changes happened gradually

Have a nice day guys❤️

[chibimanga]

I graduated college 2 years ago with a degree in Animation. But since then I've barely made a thing. Every time I look at my tablet, I just don't want to turn it on. There were just so many projects due all the time, I stayed up so late for most of them. My last year was probably the most stressful of all. I took more classes, I was having roommate issues, friend issues, and I was just so god damn tired. When I went back home it felt like I could take a break, but now it just feels like I may never get my passion to create back. I've applied for jobs thinking that maybe it would get me excited again, but no, I can't even make myself do that anymore. I try to force myself to update my portfolio, but the tab just stays open while I stare at it. It feels like I don't want anything to do with art ever again, but that's not true, I want my passion to come back. At the moment I'm working a full time job doing other things and I like it, so I'm wondering if maybe I was just someone never meant to pursue their hobby as a career.

[ananasbananes]

This art style is my favorite type. It’s just soo cute and pleasing to look at (the other once are too, just my preference 🙂)

[laurynstowers]

If I were to tell anyone I’m burnt out, they would say, “No, you’re just being lazy.” And if I continued to push the point, including credible psychological evidence, I would simply be told to “get over it”. 😒

[ludiday]

Honestly this is what I needed to finally understand my own life has suddenly spiraled. Maybe now that I have a clearer understanding of what lead me here can finally help me start to improve

[AquaFellDown]

I love this style! I’d like to see this more often as I think this style is cute and comforting.
Don’t forget about the old styles though! 😆

[lisamariejones]

I can't believe this popped up, I have been like this for 2 & 1/2 night I was thinking that of how I've been soooo lazy for that I know that this sounds gross but I didn't wash my hair for nearly 2 months, just the thought of washing my hair and having a shower would just exhaust you

[muzerhythm]

I feel many of us are going through burnout from dealing with past year and half. I've had to find new self care activities that even for moment helped lift my mood...walking in nature with phone turned off, listen to upbeat and empowering music, ect. As for things I used to enjoy...I would do a small amount of the activity...for first 5 minutes...yes hated it, but when I continued I started to feel a small amount of that joy when I did those things...so I do them 3X a week...even for 10 minutes. You're not alone, sending lots of hugs.❤😁