Struggling with guilt over burnout

[DeaneHaHa]

I'm burned out - I've been resisting this word for ages but I can't ignore it any more. I'm utterly exhausted despite a normal amount of rest, and every little demand feels too much. I dread everything and sleep as much as possible. I think it's years of work and childcare (primary age DC), stress, chronic illness, lack of friends/family and support, perfectionism all building up.
In my own mind I know I need to properly recharge and get out of the boom and bust I've been going through the last few years. But I'm having a lot of guilt and am unsure how I can practically do this. I feel like why do I have a right to be burned out when others have it harder and have more reason to get drained? On the other hand I know I am. It's scary feeling so drained and unable to cope.
Anyone been though these things too?

Poor you. Everyone's tolerance for hard times is different and variable. Have you seen a doctor?

@Bythecooker no, they can't do anything can they?

a doctor can sign you off from work, also they maybe able to give you something to help you sleep temporarily

Hi @DeaneHaHa yes I’m currently going through this at 59

@StarCourtsorry to hear -how have you been managing and how far in are you to it?

A doctor will be able to determine if you are depressed and need either some anti depressants or talking therapy perhaps. Do you have an employee assistance programme at work? That's another option. Write down all the things you are struggling with and think which you could tackle first. Nearly every tough time in life passes, this is a good thing to remember when you are in the thick of one.

I was off work for 4 months and during that time overhauled my HRT and started weekly therapy. Had to start on a phased return to work 4 weeks ago for financial reasons and finding it hard if I’m honest.