Tag: Burnout
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The Midults and the Post-Holiday Blues: How to Cope When You Feel Flat in the New Year
The start of a new year should feel like a fresh chapter, but for many midlife adults—often called “the midults”—the post-holiday lull can hit hard. If you’re sliding into low mood, losing motivation, and the idea of year ahead feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. This isn’t just the usual post-festive slump; it can be a…
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Matt Mercer’s Burnout Breakthrough: The Top Tip That Keeps Critical Role’s CCO Grounded
Finding a New Rhythm: The Burnout Conversation at Critical Role For a decade, Critical Role’s rise has been fueled by a near-constant stream of campaigns, content drops, and fan-driven momentum. As the company’s chief creative officer, Matthew Mercer has shouldered a heavy load—guiding a sprawling eight-member crew and steering the brand through the huge, ever-growing…
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Critical Role CCO Matt Mercer’s Top Tip to Cope With Burnout
How Burnout Became a Turning Point at Critical Role For a decade, Critical Role has blended storytelling, improvisation, and fan culture into a high-octane entertainment vehicle. At the center of that engine sits Matthew Mercer, the company’s chief creative officer, whose leadership helped propel the eight-member team to nerdworld renown. But in July, Mercer announced…
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Matt Mercer’s Top Tip to Cope With Burnout: A Leader’s Guide to Sustained Creativity
Introduction: A Leader’s Honest Moment About Burnout For a decade, Critical Role’s Matt Mercer has steered one of nerd culture’s most influential productions. The grind of long campaigns, high production values, and a global fanbase can take a toll on even the most resilient leaders. In July, Mercer publicly acknowledged a shift—he would step back…
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The Emotional Cost of Parental Burnout During the Holidays
The Hidden Price of Holiday Cheer The holiday season is often portrayed as a bright, wrapping-paper-perfect time for families. For many parents, especially those with young children, the reality can feel more like a high-wire act. The combination of long to-do lists, social obligations, financial concerns, and the sheer energy of little ones can push…
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Leaving the NHS for Australia: Why Young Doctors Are Trading Burnout for a Sunny Lure
Introduction: A new direction for young doctors Across the United Kingdom, a growing number of early-career physicians are stepping away from the National Health Service to pursue medical careers Down Under. The pull of warmer weather, more predictable hours, and an outdoors-first lifestyle is shaping the career decisions of junior doctors who once aimed for…
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Young Doctors Leaving the NHS for Australia: A Wave of Migration Driven by Better Hours and Outdoor Living
Introduction: A new career direction for junior doctors Across the UK, a growing number of junior doctors are choosing to leave the NHS for opportunities in Australia. The move isn’t just about higher salaries; it’s driven by a combination of improved working hours, reduced burnout, and a lifestyle that prioritises outdoor living and personal wellbeing.…
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From AMH to Sperm Health: How Work Culture is Shaping Fertility
Introduction: Rethinking Fertility as a Workplace Health Issue Imagine if fertility were treated with the same vigilance as heart health. Regular tests, early interpretation of data, and simple lifestyle adjustments could become as routine as annual checkups. While many people monitor their blood pressure or cholesterol, fertility often remains a more private concern. Yet work…
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It can be quite a thankless job: why driving examiners are calling it quits
Introduction: a testing crunch with real human costs Driving tests have long been a rite of passage for new drivers, but behind the wheel’s bright green signs and euphoric test passes lies a growing crisis among those who assess readiness. Driving examiners, the professionals tasked with evaluating safe driving under pressure, say the job has…
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Why Do We Keep Cancelling Plans? Unpacking the Midweek Dinner Dilemma
Why plan cancellations feel so common Midweek dinners are a ritual for many—yet they often devolve into a game of social bench presses, where someone pulls out last minute and everyone pretends not to notice. If you’ve ever found yourself scrolling through a WhatsApp thread with the same message, you’re not alone. Cancellations aren’t just…