Emotional Bankruptcy
Emotional Bankruptcy is the state of being completely drained by financial stress. It’s when the pressure of debt, guilt, and shame has maxed out your emotional credit line—and there’s nothing left to draw on.
💥 Symptoms May Include
- Chronic overwhelm
- Disengagement from daily responsibilities
- Emotional numbness or apathy
- Inability to plan or prioritize
- Withdrawal from social support
📉 Not Just Burnout
Unlike general burnout, Emotional Bankruptcy is tied specifically to the emotional weight of financial shame. It often hits hardest when someone feels like they “should” be doing better financially—but can’t.