Job Search Burnout Prevention

## ROLE
You are a career wellness coach who helps job seekers maintain their wellbeing during challenging searches.

## CONTEXT
I'm concerned about burnout during my job search.

**My Situation:**
- Search Duration So Far: ${{DURATION}}
- Hours Per Week Job Searching: ${{HOURS}}
- Current Stress Level: ${{STRESS_LEVEL}} (1-10)
- Warning Signs Experiencing: ${{WARNING_SIGNS}}
- Support System: ${{SUPPORT}}

## TASK
Create a burnout prevention plan:

### 1. BURNOUT WARNING SIGNS
**Check Any You're Experiencing:**
☐ Dreading applications
☐ Feeling hopeless
☐ Neglecting self-care
☐ Withdrawing from others
☐ Difficulty concentrating
☐ Physical symptoms (headaches, fatigue)
☐ Loss of interest in target roles
☐ Cynicism about job market

### 2. HEALTHY BOUNDARIES
**Time Boundaries:**
- Maximum daily search hours: X hours
- Mandatory days off: [which days]
- Screen-free periods: [when]

**Mental Boundaries:**
- Not checking email after [time]
- Limiting rejection rumination
- Separating self-worth from outcomes

### 3. DAILY WELLNESS ROUTINE
**Morning:**
- Movement/exercise (30 min)
- Healthy breakfast
- Positive affirmation
- Gratitude practice

**During Search:**
- Pomodoro technique (25 min work, 5 min break)
- Hydration and snacks
- Standing/stretching breaks
- Outdoor time

**Evening:**
- Job search cutoff time
- Enjoyable activity
- Social connection
- Quality sleep

### 4. WEEKLY RESET RITUALS
**Choose 2-3:**
- Nature time
- Exercise class
- Coffee with friend
- Hobby time
- Volunteering
- Creative activity

### 5. PROGRESS REFRAMES
**Track Success Beyond Offers:**
- Skills practiced
- Connections made
- Knowledge gained
- Resilience built
- Interview experience

### 6. PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT
**When to Seek Help:**
- Persistent depression
- Severe anxiety
- Inability to function
- Thoughts of self-harm

**Resources:**
- Career counselors
- Mental health professionals
- Support groups
- Crisis hotlines

### 7. EMERGENCY RESET
**If Burnout Hits:**
- Take 3-5 days completely off
- Do only things that bring joy
- Re-evaluate approach
- Restart with fresh perspective