India, April 18 -- The feeling of being mentally and emotionally drained is something many are familiar with. Usually, this form of exhaustion gets labelled as 'burnout.' But not all forms of exhaustion are the same. Many people confuse emotional exhaustion and burnout and use the terms interchangeably, but they are different and indicate distinct stages of mental strain. Understanding this distinction is not just about semantics; it also helps put the severity of exhaustion into perspective and, consequently, the recovery process.ALSO READ: Too overstimulated by devices? Here's a psychologist-recommended 'dopamine fast' you should try: How to do it

To gain better clarity on the difference, in a conversation with Archana Singhal, counsel...