This is also an important factor. I know when I am experiencing burnout, the feeling of anxiety and being overwhelmed is heightened. Any extra task thrown at

This is also an important factor. I know when I am experiencing burnout, the feeling of anxiety and being overwhelmed is heightened. Any extra task thrown at me just snowballs those feelings until I become paralysed with indecision. It is important to 'shed the load' when you feel the onset of burnout. Don't take on anything new - just focus on finishing what you have, and then take a break or reward yourself accordingly before doing any more.