I’m about 6 months out of severe burnout and took three months off doing as little as possible.
I felt so traumatised by work that I was (and still am) afraid to get a 9-5 and felt that I should take a leap of self employment. It’s my second experience at being self employed and I’m willing to try most things. My industry of expertise is audiobook publishing but I’m changing due to the overworking culture.
A calm nervous system is important as, only 6 months out, I haven’t fully healed yet — I know this is sadly a lot to ask for.
I’m curious about how other women have made the change from employment to self employment when forced into the situation via burnout, and what the journey looks like.
Edit: When I say burnout, I’m referring to acute burnout. In my experience it meant being bedridden, losing motivation and energy, unable to do anything for a while.