S6|E32 Is It Really Your Passion? The Truth About Burnout

In this episode of “That Will Never Work,” Maurice explores how passion can lead to burnout and offers insights on pivoting to reignite your love for your work in a healthier, more sustainable way. Learn to recognize the signals of burnout and shift your approach to maintain energy and avoid unhealthy coping mechanisms. Discover how to adjust your focus to align with your internal needs and redefine your relationship with your passions.

In This Episode:

00:00 The Passion Dilemma
02:10 Recognizing the Signs of Burnout
05:12 Internal vs. External Influences
07:40 Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms

Key Takeaways:

• Recognize burnout as a signal to change, not a sign of failure.
• Shift focus when passions start to drain energy, considering adjustments in “how” and “where” the passion is applied.
• Pay attention to internal cues from the body, heart, and mind to differentiate between passion and mere interest or skill.
• Address unhealthy coping mechanisms developed from burnout, such as unhealthy eating habits.
• Pivot to reignite love for your work in a healthier and more sustainable manner.

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