Shift Happens: The Health Podcast for Healthcare Workers

3 Physical Signs You're Burnt Out (That Have Nothing to Do With Being "Just Tired")


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Let's be real.. burnout isn't just mental. It's physical, and your body's been trying to tell you something for a while now.

In this episode, I'm breaking down the three biggest physical symptoms I experienced when I was deep in burnout. From rapid weight gain and back pain to that stubborn, stress-triggered acne that made me want to scream. We'll talk about how your body's basically waving a big red flag saying, "Hey, I can't keep doing this," and what happens when you finally start listening.

You'll hear:

  • Why your body holds on to weight even when you're "doing everything right"

  • How burnout physically manifests as pain, inflammation, and fatigue

  • Why your skin freaks out when your stress does

  • And how setting simple boundaries (yes, even between patients) can start reversing it all

If your body feels like it's revolting against you.. it's not. It's begging for rest, boundaries, and balance.

✨ Take my free Burnout Quiz here to find your burnout type — because once you know what's draining you, you can finally fix the right problem.

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So grab your coffee, clock out mentally for a few minutes, and let's talk about what burnout is really doing to your body.

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Shift Happens: The Health Podcast for Healthcare WorkersBy Mary Hodson