In a post centered all about burnout and how we can utilize it to reach our potential, developer Pavneet Singh Saund takes to his website to break down the hushed world of burnout. As he writes, burnout isn’t something that should be viewed as shameful, but can actually help us build community and better accomplish our goals. He writes: Many of us, like Saund, are juggling family, professional, social and personal goals. Because of that, burnout can be a common and natural side effect from taking on many loads. It’s also becoming more common than we’ve anticipated, as high-level stressors become more steadfast in our everyday lives. Denial, blame, and guilt also manifest when trying to come to grips with burnout. There’s even a whole Hacker News thread where people share their first job burnout experiences. So, how can we turn the dialogue around burnout around, to create positive change? It begins with just that – discussing burnout with those around you. It’s centralizing self-care and personal wellness as core parts of your to-do list. It may seem silly, but taking time to recharge and unplug has tremendous benefits for your overall health and professional longevity. Again, Saund: Image via Flickr/Aaayyymm Eeelecktriik
