Ali Abdaal - The Keys to Joyful Work and Being Batman (or Professor X)
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Types of Burnout: Over Exertion, Depletion, and Misalignment
Burnout can be categorized into three main types: over exertion burnout, characterized by working excessively hard; depletion burnout, which results from prolonged work without breaks or vacations; and misalignment burnout, where individuals may be successful but feel burned out due to pursuing activities not aligned with their personal joy and fulfillment. This misalignment can lead to burnout even for those who seem to have it all, highlighting the importance of aligning present actions with future aspirations to prevent burnout and find fulfillment.
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