The Mismanagement of Burnout

Addressing burnout involves recognizing the root cause rather than attempting to solve it superficially. The speaker reflects on their personal experience of mismanaging burnout during their years in emergency medicine by pushing through without understanding the deeper issues at play. For over a decade, they struggled with emotional exhaustion and dread, believing they could simply overcome these feelings through sheer willpower. Acknowledging that many professionals face similar challenges, the speaker emphasizes that attempting to tackle burnout without confronting its origins only prolongs suffering.