Oct 18, 2023
The end of the year can be exhausting - from holiday preparations and family gathers to year-end work deadlines and personal reflections on the past 12 months, it’s no wonder that many of us find ourselves feeling drained and burnt out as another year draws to a close. Fear not, on this month's episode of Burnout...
Sep 20, 2023
In an era characterized by relentless demands, ever-increasing workloads, and the perpetual pursuit of success, the toll on our mental well-being has never been more pronounced. It’s a phenomenon that transcends industries, affecting professionals from all walks of life. Welcome to a world where the lines...
Aug 16, 2023
Workplace burnout is estimated to cost the U.S. economy more than $300 billion dollars a year. This is due to lost productivity, disengagement, and turnover, as well as lower organizational commitment and absenteeism. In previous episodes, we’ve talked about the fact that burnout is often the result of...
Jul 19, 2023
In 1974, psychologist Herbert Freudenberger became the first person to coin ‘burnout’ in a medical journal, after studying the lasting impacts of excessive stress and workplace demands on individuals, resulting in symptoms like depression and anxiety. For a long time, burnout was a blurry cultural concept that...
Jun 21, 2023
If you’ve ever struggled to say “no” - you aren’t alone. Saying no can be challenging because of social and cultural conditioning that values compliance, agreeability, and a desire to please others. Fear of rejection, disapproval, or conflict can also play a role. Additionally, saying yes to requests can give a...