Here's how you can bounce back from burnout and regain your confidence as a public speaker.

We all experience burnout at different stages of life. Whether we acknowledge it or not, no one is shy about experiencing tough times. Experiencing burnout may not always be within our control, but acknowledging it is important. Over the years, I've observed that once you acknowledge burnout, you become more comfortable with accepting it and sharing your experiences with a wider audience. Leaders in various fields have become well-known public speakers by acknowledging burnout and learning from it.

La mejor opción es tomarse unos instantes y hacerse consciente de la respiración, utilizar diversos métodos para poder calmar la mente y el cuerpo, una vez que nuestro sistema nervioso logró relajarse ahora nos sentiremos con más entusiasmo y dinámicos para poder hablar en público.

We never really acknowledge our burnout. Which means we will not address it. Which will mess up our minds one day. The first step is to accept that 'yes, we are suffering a burnout' by identifying symptoms such as detachment, chronic fatigue and a feeling of ineffectiveness. Then take a break for your sanity, step away, take your space, explore nature, spend time with your loved ones and try to calm your nerves. Once you are relaxed, reflect where things went wrong, what caused you stress and what are the possible solutions. Discuss with your Mentor and take guidance to move further.

Remember the time when public speaking felt enriching and invigorating to you. Compare it with now. If the feeling today, related to public speaking, is stressful and anxiety provoking, then you've been burned out. Acknowledge it as it's a part of life. Realize this that you need a break.

Public Speaking is not something, anyone randomly chooses as a Career. Some people are passionate about it. Go back in time when you selected to pursue Public Speaking. Think about the time, it gave you pure bliss and joy. Ignite the fire within again and it will give you the reason to enjoy and start working towards it again.

Absence makes the heart grow fonder. Just stay within yourself for a few days and see how you miss public speaking. Watch your favorite speeches on YouTube. Watch movies that have public speaking embedded in them like The King's speech, The Great Debators, Dead Poets Society, Erin Brockovich, The Wolf of the Wallstreet and many more. In no time, you'll be back stronger and better.

As you work to recover from burnout, it's important to remember that you've already embarked on a journey to become a public speaker. Many people haven't experienced burnout or a setback, so you've already made progress. Now, it's time to focus on self-care. You could also consider the concept of "Maximum Loss," which refers to the worst possible outcome in any situation. In simple terms, maximum loss often turns out to be nothing significant. When it comes to public speaking, even if things don't go well, the potential loss is minimal. Remember, experiencing burnout has already granted you a pass to join the league, and you can learn and grow from your public speaking experiences.

It's not easy to bounce back from burnout. However, upon reflecting on moments of burnout and misery, there is always a small victory to be found. Drawing from my own real-time experiences, during my time in Mumbai's acting struggle 12 years ago, the living conditions were tough and costly. I used to live in a small room that was just 18 * 18 feet, accommodating more than 30 people at once. If one person changes a sleep side, we all have to do it. It was difficult, whenever I was asked about my struggle, it reminded me of those days. However, I eventually decided to share my story at a small get-together with my school friends and their parents. I received positive feedback and was even appreciated for my courage, receiving a "brave" tag.

Joining a public speaking group doesn't necessarily mean you will be in the spotlight and experience burnout again before you can recover from the previous one. The group discusses various aspects of public speaking, such as seeking support, overcoming burnout, preparing for future challenges, and more. You can also seek support without becoming a member, as many groups offer individual assistance. Alternatively, you can seek support from someone in your local area or friend circle, much like in a large joint family where the head provides direction and others follow. Remember, "The best learning always begins at home."

Refine skills by doing something related to public speaking but not exactly public speaking. For example, participate in improv workshops, take lessons in a language that you speak, take singing lessons, drama classes. Not only you'll get a break, you will be more refined as a Public speaker.