> To vastly oversimplify, there are two kinds of people I’ve talked to about burnout - those who get it, and those who don’t.
As someone who miraculously has never really experienced this level of burnout in his career, this is a great reminder to empathize and always keep in mind that you never know someone else's situation. That person you're having a Zoom call with to talk about Q4 priorities may be one stress trigger away from a total mental breakdown. A great reason to always be kind and thoughtful in your communications with your officemates, even if nothing appears outwardly wrong. Don't inadvertently be part of the problem.
As someone who miraculously has never really experienced this level of burnout in his career, this is a great reminder to empathize and always keep in mind that you never know someone else's situation. That person you're having a Zoom call with to talk about Q4 priorities may be one stress trigger away from a total mental breakdown. A great reason to always be kind and thoughtful in your communications with your officemates, even if nothing appears outwardly wrong. Don't inadvertently be part of the problem.