Take a small pause
A guided practice with breathing, grounding, and space to choose a manageable next step.
Start a 5-minute reset ↗Your free burnout support spaceWhen you’re running low,
When you’re running low,
start with less.
Take a small pause, put a few thoughts into words, or explore support for what is asking too much of you.
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01 / Take a little space
Choose one thing for right now.
There is no need to complete everything.
Make a little more room
A longer guided practice when you have time to pause and reflect.
Start a 15-minute reset ↗Ease the pressure on yourself
Try a few self-compassion prompts when your inner critic is making a difficult day harder.
Try a kinder pause ↗What would help you get started?
02 / Look beyond the next task
What could ask less of you?
A brief pause can be one part of a wider plan.
Put the demands on paper
What is taking your time and energy? Use the workplace worksheet to explore the pressures you want to address.
Open the worksheet ↗Choose one conversation
Consider a request for clearer priorities, fewer commitments, or practical help from someone you trust.
Explore support guides ↗Make room for rest
Explore a simple evening routine or a guided rest practice without adding another target to meet.
Visit the Sleep Center ↗03 / Optional daily practiceSmall moments.
Small moments.
At your own pace.
Our general 7-day calming plan offers short practices in grounding, reflection, and kindness. Repeat a day or skip one whenever you want.
Explore the 7-day plan ↗This is a general self-help practice, not a burnout treatment programme or a recovery deadline.
- 01–02 Pause and notice your surroundings
- 03–04 Put thoughts into words and notice tension
- 05–06 Try kindness and an evening pause
- 07 Choose what you want to keep
Further support
You do not have to work this out alone.
Explore support for the pressures you are facing, including practical changes at work.
Explore online therapy
Read about therapy for burnout and check whether a provider’s services fit your needs.
Read the therapy guide ↗Find further support
Browse stress management and burnout-related listings. Check qualifications, services, and suitability directly with each provider.
Explore the directory ↗Explore time away
Browse retreats for rest and reflection. Consider the programme, cost, and what support you may need when you return.
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