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Feeling overwhelmed and drained, or are you just craving a new challenge?

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Feeling overwhelmed and drained, or are you just craving a new challenge? How can you decipher your current state of mind?  We've been talking about this a week ago on my livestream. So, this topic struck a chord with me, and I did some Googling. Here's what I found about this... We sometimes find ourselves at crossroads where our energy wanes, and motivation dwindles. It's a common conundrum: are you experiencing burnout, that bone-deep exhaustion, or have you, perhaps, become a little too comfortable, bordering on boredom? The two may share symptoms, but the roots are distinctly different. This blog post is your guide to understanding and distinguishing between these two states. Burnout: When the Flame Flickers Exhaustion:  Burnout is often defined by a profound sense of physical and emotional exhaustion. It is the result of prolonged, excessive stress, often stemming from high-pressure environments. Lack of Satisfaction:  Burnout brings an enduring sense of dissatisfac...

Game of reasons

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Over the course of last year I came up with this term "Game of Reasons" – a term that encapsulates the complex interplay between our desires, decisions, and the reasons that drive us to do things we might not particularly like. In this blog post, we'll delve into this intriguing concept that blurs the lines between personal choice and external influence. For  example... The digital age has brought us to a place where social media platforms like Instagram dominate our online interactions. Yet, for some, Instagram might not be the preferred choice. So, why use it?  It's often the "Game of Reasons" at play. Perhaps our friends are there, and we want to stay connected. Maybe we've stumbled upon genuinely interesting content or people. In this game, our actions don't always align with our feelings, and that's what keeps the world interestingly gray. Another dimension of the "Game of Reasons" is seen in our social interactions. There are time...