Notice Overload Before It Becomes Burnout
Respond to early overload signals by naming observations, reducing threat, and co-designing support.
Early overload signal Sana is still performing, but the work pattern changed: early updates, shorter messages, and a skipped retro. The window for compassionate support is before performance collapses, not after. SCARF threat check Status, certainty, autonomy, relatedness, fairness A support conversation can accidentally threaten the person you want to help. Use observable data and choice to keep the conversation respectful. Label You look burned out The person can name limits without feeling managed as a problem. Compassion protects dignity while making the workload visible. 01 Observe 02 Ask 03 Adjust Name the signal Decision 1
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