Is there a good way to help someone not overwork themself?

Is there a good way to help someone not overwork themself?
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Do it for her so she has nothing left to do?! Maybe she can make a list and you or your family can simply knock those items off until nothing is left but for her to rest. Some people tend to hide their emotions by staying busy, it may more of a mental health situation than simply overworking herself. No time to think means you aren’t sad, if you know what I mean. This may be the sweetest question I’ve ever answered.
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