It's not just you, it's not just you, it's not just you...
Burnout is often seen as a personal failing, a sign of weakness or lack of motivation. But what if we told you it's actually a symptom of a larger issue? Like, a societal failing?
Overwork, underpay, and a dash of existential dread
Let's face it: burnout is often the result of being overworked and underpaid. But it's also a product of our societal obsession with productivity and constant connectivity. You're not just working 12 hour days, you're also expected to be on call 24/7.
And don't even get us started on the crushing ennui of living in a postmodern capitalist hellscape.
Hyper-productivity: the myth that just won't die
We're constantly told that burnout is a personal failing because you can't just "get more done" or "be more organized." But what if we told you it's just not that simple? Burnout is often the result of a system that demands more from you, and you can't just will your way out of it.
Like, have you ever tried to "just power through" a root canal? Didn't think so.
It's time to bust some myths
So, what causes burnout, really?