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Ever been praised at work while secretly falling apart?

That surreal moment when someone says, "You're killing it," and all you want to do is cry—because it confirms your worst fear: no one can tell you're drowning.

This episode dives into the high-functioning burnout trap—when professional performance becomes a mask for spiraling mental health. You’re answering emails at midnight. Making self-deprecating jokes about exhaustion so no one asks questions. Piling pressure onto yourself because the world keeps applauding.

We’ll unpack:

• Why praise can feel worse than criticism
• How imposter syndrome feeds burnout
• The danger of becoming “the dependable one” at your own expense
• Why rest isn’t a reward—it’s survival
• What it means to be human in a system that celebrates self-destruction

If you've ever smiled through a meeting and cried in the parking lot—this one's for you.

Come scream into the void with me @thebrainvsme or visit brainvsme.com for more emotionally chaotic honesty.