Burnout Assessment Tool (Free Test to Check Your Mental Exhaustion)

You’re not lazy. You’re probably just burnt out.

If everything feels harder than it should…
If even small tasks feel heavy…
If rest doesn’t really feel like rest anymore…

That’s not a motivation problem.

That’s burnout.

This quick burnout assessment helps you figure out where you stand — and what to do next.

Burnout Assessment – Reclaim Your Energy
🔥 Maslach-Inspired Burnout Screener

Are You Running
on Empty?

A 5-minute assessment that measures your burnout across three clinical axes, maps your workload fingerprint, and builds you a personalised recovery plan.

🔥 Exhaustion
😶 Cynicism
⚡ Efficacy
🗂️ Workload
⚠️ Note: This is a self-screening tool only — not a clinical diagnosis. Burnout is a real, recognised condition. If you are experiencing severe distress, please speak with a healthcare professional or occupational health specialist.
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3-Axis Radar
Exhaustion, Cynicism & Efficacy scored separately and visualised.
🧩
Workload Fingerprint
Pie chart of your time split with AI rebalancing suggestions.
✍️
Scripts & Templates
Email auto-responder, 3 boundary templates, manager conversation script.
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Axis:
Q 01
🗂️ Your Workload Fingerprint
Drag the sliders to reflect how you typically spend a 40-hour work week. This creates your personal workload pie and generates rebalancing suggestions.
📅 Meetings / Calls 12 hrs
🎯 Deep / Focused Work 12 hrs
📬 Admin / Email / Reports 8 hrs
🚗 Commute / Travel 4 hrs
💬 Slack / Messaging 4 hrs
Total allocated40 / 40 hrs
💡 Tip: These don't need to add to exactly 40 — just give a proportional picture of your week.
Building Your Recovery Plan
Calculating burnout axes & crafting your templates...
Scoring exhaustion axis
Scoring cynicism axis
Analysing workload fingerprint
Generating your scripts & plan
Your Burnout Profile
📡 3-Axis Burnout Radar
🧩 Workload Fingerprint
⚖️ Workload Rebalancing Suggestions
Your Rebalancing Plan
🚧 Your 3 Boundary Templates
📧 Email Auto-Responder Generator
Select your current situation to generate a professional auto-response:
Select an option above to generate your auto-responder text...
🌿 7-Day Mini-Sabbatical Plan
Not a holiday — a structured reset. Check each action as you complete it.
🗣️ Manager Conversation Script
⚠️ Disclaimer: This tool is for self-awareness and informational purposes only. It does not constitute a medical or occupational health diagnosis. If you are experiencing severe distress or mental health symptoms, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

What is this burnout assessment tool?

This is a simple self-assessment designed to check how mentally and emotionally exhausted you are.

It looks at:

  • Your energy levels
  • Your motivation
  • Your emotional state
  • How you feel about your work and daily life

You answer a few honest questions, and you’ll get a clear picture of whether you’re just tired… or actually burnt out.


Inspired by real burnout research

This tool is based on well-known burnout frameworks, including:

  • The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) — which looks at emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced performance
  • The Burnout Assessment Tool (BAT) — which focuses on mental distance, emotional impairment, and cognitive fatigue

We’ve simplified these ideas so you can understand your situation quickly — without reading a research paper.


How it works

  1. Answer 8+10 quick questions
  2. Get your burnout level instantly
  3. See what’s causing it and how to fix it

No sign-up. No waiting. Just clarity.


Your burnout score explained

Low Burnout

You’re doing okay. You feel tired sometimes, but you’re still functioning well.

Mild Burnout

You’re starting to feel drained. Small breaks and changes can help.

Moderate Burnout

You feel consistently exhausted and disconnected. This needs attention.

Severe Burnout

You’re mentally and emotionally overwhelmed. It’s time to slow down and seriously reset.


Common signs of burnout

  • You feel tired no matter how much you rest
  • You struggle to focus on simple tasks
  • You feel detached or numb
  • You’re easily irritated
  • You don’t feel motivated anymore

If you’re nodding while reading this… yeah, you should take the test.


Why this test actually helps

Most people already feel something is off.

But they don’t know:

  • How bad it is
  • What exactly is causing it
  • What to do about it

This tool gives you:

  • A clear burnout level
  • Insight into what’s draining you
  • Simple, realistic steps to recover

Not “take a vacation and fix your life” advice.
Actual small things you can start today.


What you’ll get after the test

  • Your burnout score
  • Your main stress triggers
  • A short recovery plan
  • Practical steps to regain energy

Because knowing you’re burnt out isn’t helpful.

Knowing how to get out of it is.


Quick reset you can try right now

Before you even take the test, try this:

The 10-minute reset

  • Step away from your screen
  • Sit somewhere quiet
  • Do nothing

No phone. No scrolling. No productivity.

Just sit.

It sounds simple, but most people never do it — and that’s part of the problem.


Frequently asked questions

Is this the Maslach Burnout Inventory?

Not exactly. The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) is a detailed professional assessment.
This tool is a simplified version inspired by it.

What is the Burnout Assessment Tool (BAT)?

The BAT is another research-based method used to measure burnout more broadly.
This test includes similar ideas in a simpler format.

Is this test accurate?

It’s a self-assessment, not a diagnosis — but it’s a very useful starting point.

How long does it take?

About 2 minutes.

How often should I take it?

Once every few weeks if you’re feeling overwhelmed.