The Consequence of Burnout and the Value of Being Hard on Yourself

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Burnout is a rising consequence of trying to be an exceptional person. Working multiple jobs, striving for achievements, and seeking others' admiration can lead to exhaustion and sacrificing personal well-being. The question becomes: Is it worth it to be hard on yourself for fleeting moments of accomplishment and recognition, or is it better to prioritize enjoyable time with friends and a fulfilling life?

Increasingly, those of us in our 20s are facing an exceeding pressure to be exceptional and have a million accomplishments and accolades under our belt. If we are not successful, what are we worth? Examples like the Forbes 30 under 30, the wunderkind phenomena and young success stories all make us feel like we're not achieving enough or are falling behind. Today we're going to break down exactly why we feel this way, using theories around self determination, observational learning and social comparison. We'll also examine how we can break away from our need to be defined by our successes using practices like mindfullness, examining our online persona and capturing delight to use our 20s to explore rather than excel. Listen now!

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