The Myth of Constant Stimulation: Debunking the Burnout Epidemic

It's a myth that's been peddled by wellness gurus and self-help authors: that constant stimulation is the key to productivity, creativity, and happiness. But is it really?

We're not saying it's all bad, folks. A little bit of stimulation can be nice. But when you're constantly bombarded with notifications, emails, and social media updates, it's like being in a never-ending game of "whack-a-mole" with your brain.

Congrats, you've reached the end of this subpage. But don't go too far! There's more to explore in the More Myths section.

Or, if you're feeling particularly adventurous, take a peek at the Counterintuitive Countermeasures subpage for some unconventional solutions to the stimulation conundrum.

Or, if you're still not convinced, try Debunking 101 for a primer on how to think critically about the whole stimulation thing.

Or, if you're just here for the memes, check out our Mythical Memes page for some eye-searingly bad puns and worse jokes.

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