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The Anxious Achiever

Burnout, Balance, and Why Work From Home Isn’t Working

Jun 12, 2024
Shirley Leung, columnist at the Boston Globe, discusses how working from home is no longer effective post-pandemic, the mental health challenges we still face, and the importance of setting realistic priorities. The podcast explores strategies for preventing burnout, navigating work-life balance, and setting boundaries for a healthy lifestyle.
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Quick takeaways

  • Setting boundaries is crucial for preventing burnout and achieving work-life balance.
  • Avoiding multitasking and focusing on single tasks can enhance productivity and prevent burnout during remote work.

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Navigating Overcommitment and Burnout

The podcast explores the theme of overcommitment and burnout, highlighting how individuals often say yes to commitments despite feeling overwhelmed. The host shares personal experiences of overcommitting, such as juggling work responsibilities with attending children's activities. Through a guest's journey of facing burnout after the pandemic, the discussion delves into the impacts of stress on mental and physical health. The episode emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, acknowledging the challenges of balancing work and family obligations.

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