Your employees are showing up. They’re doing their jobs. But are they really okay? As a business owner, you can feel it when something’s off. A shift in energy, rising tension, declining motivation. But what do you do when someone’s quietly burning out, grieving, or struggling?
Why Your Anxiety Is Valid Right Now. You’re not imagining it, you're tuned into the world. According to the American Psychiatric Association’s 2025 poll: 67% of Americans say they’re anxious about current global events Over 60% worry about personal safety, health, and finances 40% of workers are stressed about job security Climate concerns deepen the weight: more than one‑third of adults report weekly climate anxiety, with 55% admitting it’s affecting their mental health.
When we think of seasonal depression, we imagine gray skies, endless rain, and long winter nights not sunny days, barbecues, and beach trips. But here’s the truth that surprises many: seasonal depression can strike in summer, too.
Burnout and depression can look very similar but treating them the same way can leave you stuck. If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just snap out of it?” this article is for you.