Your Hidden Burnout Style: The Quiet Rescuer

You’re the strong one. The helper. The one everyone leans on — but inside, you’re exhausted.

You give without asking. You listen without being heard. You support others while silently wishing someone would do the same for you.

Strengths:

  • Deep empathy

  • Loyalty and emotional availability

  • High relational intelligence

 Hidden Costs:

  • Boundary erosion

  • Resentment and emotional fatigue

  • Feeling invisible or unappreciated

Why You Burn Out:

You’ve internalised the idea that your needs come last — or don’t matter at all. Your self-worth may be tied to how useful you are to others, which makes receiving support difficult.

Your Reset Shift:

Burnout recovery starts with self-permission. To rest. To ask. To say “no.” You are not selfish for protecting your energy. You’re human.

Start with:

  • Identifying your “yes”/“no” pattern
  • Testing low-risk boundaries
  • Practising self-compassion scripts

Your Next Step:

The Burnout Recovery Toolkit includes emotional boundaries and mini tools that fit into your day — even when you're still supporting others.

The Next Step