Burnout vs Trauma Response: Why You Feel Numb But Can’t Rest

Feel exhausted but can’t rest? Anxious but numb at the same time? This isn’t just burnout—your nervous system may be stuck in survival mode. You’re not broken, and you’re not alone.

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00:00 Understanding Anxiety and Numbness

02:10 The Impact of Survival Mode

04:58 Courageous Living and Creating Safety

07:22 The Importance of Rest and Pleasure

09:33 Identifying Signs of Being Stuck

12:10 Strategies for Change and Growth

• You’re not alone and you’re not crazy.


• Anxiety and numbness are survival responses, not personality flaws.


• Courageous living means creating safety within yourself.


• Rest and pleasure are essential for emotional well-being.


• Micro moments of joy can help recalibrate your nervous system.


• You can shift from proving your worth to living authentically.

Are you experiencing burnout symptoms, trauma responses, or feeling numb even though you’re anxious? In this video, trauma therapist Janice Holland explains the difference between burnout and trauma responses, why you might feel stuck in survival mode, and practical steps to reconnect with your body and emotions. If you’ve wondered “is this burnout or something deeper?”, this episode is for you.

Which sign of being stuck in survival mode resonated most with you? Share below—your story helps others feel less alone.

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