Modern Wisdom #569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
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Dec 26, 2022 
Chris Bailey, a productivity consultant and best-selling author, shares his insights on overcoming burnout and enhancing well-being. He discusses the importance of balancing productivity with calmness, explaining how burnout stems from overshooting work capacities. Chris emphasizes the dangers of being dopamine-driven and offers strategies for self-regulation. He advocates for savoring life, aligning actions with personal values, and understanding the impact of media consumption on mental health. Tune in for practical tips on achieving a meaningful and fulfilling life.
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Burnout and Misery
- Constantly pushing yourself to burnout leads to misery and reduced enjoyment of life.
- It prioritizes accomplishment over other important values.
Burnout Biology
- Burnout is a biological refusal to generate a stress response due to chronic stress.
- The body becomes exhausted from constantly dealing with stress, leading to flatlined cortisol levels.
Manage Stress
- Identify and address sources of chronic stress to overcome burnout.
- Limit exposure to threatening information, like excessive news consumption.
