ALIGN COUNSELING

Burnout doesn’t just feel like stress—it feels like hitting a wall. Mentally, physically, and emotionally depleted, you might find yourself unable to care, unable to concentrate, and wondering how you ever got so far off track. It’s not just “being tired.” It’s exhaustion of the self—a sign that something needs to change, not just be pushed through.

Life has a way of shifting beneath our feet. Whether it's a job loss, divorce, becoming a parent, retirement, or a health diagnosis—major life changes can shake our sense of identity and purpose. What once gave us direction may no longer fit, leaving us asking, “Who am I now?” and “What comes next?”

When it comes to choosing the “right” career, skills and salary often take center stage. But there’s another powerful factor that’s easy to overlook—your personality type. The way you process information, make decisions, and interact with the world plays a huge role in how satisfied you’ll feel in your work.

In a world that often measures success by productivity and paychecks, it's easy to lose sight of something deeper: meaning. Whether you’re in a job you once loved or one that simply pays the bills, you may find yourself wondering, Is this really what I’m meant to be doing?

Do you ever catch yourself staring at your screen, wondering, “How did I end up here?” Maybe you’re in a job that no longer excites you. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, burned out, or unsure what you want next. You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck forever.