Sometimes, we need some inspirational words to help us through difficult times. Especially if you’ve experienced burnout, you know it’s not the easiest thing to recover from.Here’s a list of 12 burnout quotes from a range of people, from artists to entrepreneurs, that will help you navigate your burnout journey: Quotes about what burnout is telling you “Burnout is nature’s way of telling you, you’ve been going through the motions your soul has departed; you’re a zombie, a member of the walking dead, a sleepwalker. False optimism is like administrating stimulants to an exhausted nervous system.” Sam Keen“I have a theory that burnout is about resentment. And you beat it by knowing what it is you’re giving up that makes you resentful.” Marissa Mayer“But what happens when you work hard at something unfulfilling? It drains your spirit. It robs you of your life force. You end up depleted, depressed and angry.” Oprah Winfrey“Burnout is the result of too much energy output and not enough energy self-invested. In other words, it’s burning too much fuel than you’ve put in your tank.” Melissa Steginus“I actually think burnout is the wrong description of it. I think it’s burn up. Physiologically, that is what you are doing because of the chronic stress being placed on your body.” Richard BoyatzisQuotes on managing burnout “Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.” Etty Hillesum“We have outstretched our personal boundaries and forgotten that true happiness comes from living an authentic life fueled with a sense of purpose and balance.” Dr. Kathleen Hall“Don’t burn out. Take care of yourself by getting eight hours of sleep, eat healthy, and exercise. If you don’t take care of yourself, there’s no way you can take care of your company in the long-term.” Jared Kim“Time spent in nature is the most cost-effective and powerful way to counteract the burnout and sort of depression that we feel when we sit in front of a computer all day.” Richard LouvMotivational quotes for burnout“Nothing is worth your health. Nothing is worth poisoning yourself into stress, anxiety, and fear.” Steve Maraboli“If you get tired, learn to rest—not to quit.” Banksy“If you don’t have time for a break, you definitely need a break!” Stretch + BloomSo, if you're feeling overworked and anxious, remember—as these burnout quotes demonstrate—that you are not alone, and that it's simply your body's way of telling you to slow down, take a rest and focus on your mental wellbeing.