signs your emotionally exhausted and need to take a mental break . we usually take breaks from physical work to unwind, re fresh and loosen up just so we could come back and work or perform better but when do we need a mental break to un plug and just relax our minds . I took some time off and compiled a few symptoms that I believe show one needs a break (dont forget to subscribe to our newsletter for amazing lifestyle content in your inbox). *you are losing your patience* ~its normal to be a little impatient from time to time but if you find your patience wearing thin and being short with your friends and family or colleagues then that's a sign you need to calm down and take a break.. *poor sleep schedule* ~ if your suffering from insomnia (it takes you hours to fall asleep or you keep waking up during your sleep) that's a sign to take some time off *your irritable* ~once you discover you have grown easily irritated and your angered by little things that you would usually not give two sh*ts about *feeling unmotivated* *feeling detached* ~ if your losing grip of reality, be it drowning in social media or work you will have to take a few steps back to care for yourself mentally. *anxiety and depression* ~having anxiety and panic attacks regularly is a big sign you need to rest too. a few of the ways how you could unwind are.. 1. having a staycation in your home 2. visiting friends and family 3. involving in hobbies 4. listening to music 5. therapy 6. adopting a pet (if you have the time on your hands ) and more don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter xoxo collin be sure to follow us on pinterest at the_mbabazi post disclaimer : non of the pictures belong to me.