53. Not for Wearing a Mask + What We Get Wrong About Burnout
Dec 21, 2023
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In this episode, Jess and Caroline talk about jobs, money, burnout, and applying for jobs you feel underqualified for. Jess shares her thoughts on a new museum experience and complains about couples. They also discuss the annoyance of targeted ads, the gender disparity in job applications, and the lack of positive news in the media.
Finding fulfillment in a balanced work life by embracing personal growth outside of the day job.
Showing up authentically and finding fulfillment in work can prevent burnout.
Valuing personal skills and finding a meaningful career path leads to fulfillment and contribution.
Deep dives
Finding fulfillment in work and personal growth
Reflecting on past desires for new challenges, the speaker realizes they no longer seek constant change or new challenges in their career. Instead, they have found fulfillment in a balanced work life that allows them to coast and focus on personal growth outside of their day job.
The correlation between burnout and wearing a mask
The speaker identifies wearing a mask as a significant factor in their experience of burnout. In past jobs where they felt they couldn't be themselves or utilize their unique capabilities, they experienced burnout. The importance of being able to show up as oneself and finding fulfillment in work is highlighted.
Gratitude and reflection on personal growth
The speaker expresses gratitude for their current situation and reflects on how far they have come in achieving their desired work-life balance. They acknowledge the significance of taking risks, making hard decisions, and finding fulfillment outside of work. They recognize the importance of personal growth and the journey to finding a fulfilling career path.
Expressing the desire to solve the allergy crisis
The podcast episode delves into the personal struggle with allergies and the lack of effective solutions. The speaker expresses a strong desire to contribute to solving the allergy crisis by finding a cure or better treatments. They highlight the daily difficulties and the impact allergies have on their overall health. The speaker envisions a future where they can dedicate their time to finding a solution to this unspoken pandemic.
Questioning the significance of career and discussing alternative paths
The podcast episode also explores the question of what one would do if they weren't currently in their chosen career. The speaker highlights the importance of finding fulfillment and valuing one's own skills and interests. They express the idea that jobs should not just be about showing up and collecting a paycheck, but should allow individuals to feel valued and provide something meaningful to the world. The episode touches on alternative career paths, highlighting the desire to work in a field like child psychology or solving other societal issues.
Jess and Caroline are workin’ 9-5…kind of. They talk all things jobs and money in this episode, from redundant ads to savings accounts to burnout to applying to jobs you think you’re not qualified for. If bros at the golf course do it, you can too.
Plus, Jess adds some of her world-famous thots to this episode: a new museum experience (!!), a complaint on couples, and how she’s not accepting new challenges, thank you very much. Looking for a happy story in the media these days? Not For Everyone has you covered.
P.S. We're taking a break next week - talk in the new year, kooks!
DISCLAIMER: All opinions are our own. We are not therapists or health professionals, or professional of any kind, really. Please see your own professional or counselor for professional support. Do your research and be safe!
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