Protecting Your Peace: Burnout, Boundaries & Women's Mental Health

Women carry a lot—and sometimes the weight builds quietly. In this episode of Inside Source, board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Avani Patel returns to discuss the outside forces that can shape our mental health, from demanding careers and family responsibilities to social media, relationships, constant connectivity, and seasonal changes.

Dr. Patel shares practical ways to recognize burnout, create healthier boundaries with technology, prioritize meaningful rest, and distinguish between the "winter blues" and seasonal affective disorder. She also explains why mental health care doesn't have to begin at a breaking point—and why investing in your mental fitness can be just as important as taking care of your physical health.