In Episode 74 of the 'All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding' podcast, hosts Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, Brian Donovan, and returning special guest Nick Afieri delve deep into the topic of burnout while revisiting Episode 5. They discuss the mental and physical exhaustion faced by snowboarding professionals. Nick shares his personal journey of dealing with severe burnout, the reasons behind it, and how stepping away from the snowboarding career helped him reclaim his passion and find balance. The group further explores the importance of setting boundaries, the impact of personality traits like introversion and extroversion, and how recognizing and addressing burnout is crucial for long-term well-being in the industry.

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Next Week’s Episode: Part 2 of Revisiting Burnout with Nick Alfieri

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