Is work-life balance actually making burnout worse? You’ve been told to chase balance, but what if that’s not the real solution?

If you’ve been struggling to find that perfect work-life balance and still feel drained, frustrated, or stuck in a cycle of burnout, you’re not alone. Many high achievers, especially perfectionists, find themselves chasing an unrealistic ideal that only adds more stress. In this episode, we’re breaking down why the traditional work-life balance model doesn’t work—and what to do instead to create a fulfilling, energized life.

Youll learn

• Why work-life balance is a flawed concept and what actually helps prevent burnout.
• How to manage your energy effectively using the Energy Matrix framework.
• The best way to prevent work from being all consuming.

Press play now to uncover a smarter, more sustainable way to avoid burnout and design a life that actually works for you

Life After Medicine explores doctors' journey of finding purpose beyond their medical careers, addressing physician burnout, career changes, opportunities in non-clinical jobs for physicians and remote jobs within the healthcare system without being burned out, using medical training.

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