Have you ever been so stressed out that you just don't feel like doing anything anymore? That you've stopped showing up to classes, hanging out with friends regularly, and decided to stay in all the time? Have you started becoming distant, started sleeping in more, and noticed a drop in your grades?

Well, have no fear, there's absolutely nothing wrong with that! What you're going through is something most people on this earth go through, and that is called a burnout. A burnout is just a little rut that some people go through when they feel overwhelmed, and it's nothing to be seriously concerned about. A burnout is defined as the "physical or mental collapse caused by overwork or stress." Every once and a while, people just need a breather from everything going on in life!

There are multiple ways to notice if you are currently experiencing a burnout. If you believe you may be becoming burned out, ask yourself these few questions provided by the Mayo Clinic:

1. Do you become irritable or impatient easily with others?

2. Have your sleep habits changed?

3. Do you lack the energy to be productive?

4. Is it becoming hard to concentrate?

If you answer yes to these questions, you may be experiencing a burnout. There are multiple ways to get out of a burnout, though, and back to your regular, lovely self! In order to get out of a burnout, you can evaluate other options you have. Instead of handling your challenges one way, seek the help of another to alleviate your stress. Practicing peaceful activities during a burnout can also help contribute to relief. A huge factor that contributes to burnouts is the amount of sleep, so make sure that you are getting an ample amount of sleep! This can reduce stress, and thus lead to you no longer being in a burnout.