Work will drain the version of you it met if you let it. Burnout hits different when you’re the one holding everything together — the “strong one,” the dependable coworker, the one who cares more than the people in charge.

In this episode, we’re talking about what burnout actually feels like, why “being a team player” is often just code for “we’ll overwork you,” and how hard it is to set boundaries in a culture that treats your life like it’s optional.

If you’ve ever been exhausted, resentful, or low-key disgusted at how much of yourself you’ve given to a job… yeah. This one’s for you.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Dilemma

00:29 The Happy Hour Conflict

01:33 Personal Boundaries and Work

03:55 Alternative Social Activities

05:43 Workplace Relationships and Friendships

07:58 Balancing Work and Personal Life

30:45 The Concept of Quiet Quitting

34:36 Question of the Week: Last Meal on Death Row

38:59 Portillo's Cravings and Dipping Debates

40:12 Death Row Meals: Wagyu and Weird Choices

47:14 Coke vs. Pepsi: The Ultimate Debate

56:49 Waffle House and Late-Night Breakfast Adventures

59:20 Setting Boundaries at Work

01:07:29 Keeping Coworkers at a Distance

01:12:30 Wrapping Up: Engage with Us!

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