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Burnout, Balance, and Why Work From Home Isn’t Working

The Anxious Achiever

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Redefining Burnout as the Inability to Disconnect

Burnout is no longer just defined by physical exhaustion, but also by the inability to disconnect from work. This new perspective suggests that individuals can still be productive while experiencing burnout, but the quality of their work may suffer. It prompts a shift towards working smarter rather than harder, emphasizing the need for deep thinking and disconnecting to improve work quality. The onus is often placed on individuals to address their burnout, but there is also a call for organizations to reconsider their role in preventing burnout.

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