How at Risk Are You for Burnout?

Question 1

How often do you check work emails or messages outside of work hours?

Accepted Answer

Rarely — I have firm boundaries around my off-hours, Most evenings and weekends — it is hard to fully disconnect, Occasionally, but only if something urgent pops up, Constantly — my phone is always buzzing and I always respond

Question 2

When was the last time you took a full day off without thinking about work at all?

Accepted Answer

Within the last month, Even on vacation, work is always on my mind, Within the last week or two, I honestly cannot remember

Question 3

How do you feel on Sunday evenings?

Accepted Answer

Relaxed and ready for the week ahead, A noticeable wave of dread or anxiety, A mild sense of "back to it" but nothing overwhelming, Physically tense — stomach in knots, trouble sleeping

Question 4

How would you describe your energy levels by the end of a typical workday?

Accepted Answer

Tired but satisfied — I still have energy for my personal life, Drained but functional — I can manage evenings with some effort, Exhausted — I have nothing left for anything beyond basic needs, Depleted before the day is even over — I am running on fumes by 2 PM

Question 5

How often do you skip meals, exercise, or sleep because of work demands?

Accepted Answer

My basic self-care has fallen apart and I know it, Almost never — I protect my health routines, Occasionally during crunch periods, but I bounce back, Regularly — my health habits have noticeably declined

Question 6

When someone asks "how is work?" what is your honest internal reaction?

Accepted Answer

Genuinely positive — I enjoy what I do, "It is fine" — neutral, nothing to complain about, A heavy sigh followed by something vague like "it is a lot", Frustration, resentment, or a desire to change the subject entirely

Question 7

How do you feel about the recognition you receive for your work?

Accepted Answer

Exploited — the more I give, the more is expected with no reward, Appreciated — my contributions are seen and valued, Somewhat recognized, though more acknowledgment would be nice, Invisible — I work hard and no one seems to notice

Question 8

How much control do you have over your daily work priorities and schedule?

Accepted Answer

Limited control — my days are dictated by other people's urgencies, No control — I am constantly reactive with zero autonomy, Significant control — I largely set my own agenda, Some control, though priorities shift frequently from above

Question 9

How do you feel about your workload right now?

Accepted Answer

Heavy but doable if nothing unexpected comes up, Overwhelming — I am consistently behind no matter how hard I work, Impossible — there are literally not enough hours to do what is expected, Manageable — challenging but sustainable

Question 10

When you imagine doing your current job for another two years, how do you feel?

Accepted Answer

Positive — I see growth, opportunities, and continued engagement, Neutral — it is fine, I could take it or leave it, Anxious — the thought of two more years feels heavy, Panicked — you cannot imagine lasting another six months like this

How at Risk Are You for Burnout?

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