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I've seen many colleagues keep grinding, thinking hard work is everything even with signs of burnout. But they're chasing a feeling more than real productivity, which can't be sustained in the long run. Some get addicted to workplace accomplishment and acceptance, paying a high price with their own health.

Thank you for sharing this article!

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Indeed - it is not sustainable. Thank you Fabio for your thoughtful note.

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While I agree, I think that unfortunately, you can't help it. I experience burn out every month and sometimes, I don't even want to open my laptop. But when I remember my real life responsibilities, burn out is secondary. I, however, also try to make sure I don't have an outburst. It changes nothing.

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Absolutely, you can’t always help it. I know for me, I had to remove myself from a a role and seek a new one when regardless of my preventative measures, it was not moving the needle. I’m sorry to hear that Ame with the laptop every month. That’s rough.

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Very interesting, thank for the warning!

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Yes, welcome Charles. I have found the best way to prevent burnout is to identify the oncoming signs and take the proactive measures to stop in the first place. I had that experience a few years ago in January, where I realized I was heading down the burnout path and needed to stop it. I feel these techniques are applicable to almost any field, not just tech, but my examples are from my experience in the world of tech.

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