When John S. received his first promotion to manager at a large multinational tech company two years ago, his future looked bright. He had achieved a significant career milestone, received a generous pay raise, moved into a larger apartment with his girlfriend, and started feeling valued and important within the organization.

However, just months later, John began experiencing physical symptoms of stress, including headaches and backaches. His sleep quality suffered, and he often felt tired and unmotivated to go to work. Despite his efforts, he continued to receive harsh feedback from his director, who expected him to bounce back and perform even better.

John hesitated to share his struggles with his director, fearing that his concerns would be misconstrued as weakness. He didn't want to admit that he was overwhelmed by the long hours, the relentless stream of emails and messages, the office politics, and the pressure to deliver stellar results. He also avoided discussing the stress he experienced preparing quarterly presentations, facing constant criticism, and lacking adequate support.

As a result, John continued to work despite feeling disillusioned, tired, demotivated, uncreative, and uninspired. It was during this time that he came across an article about burnout that resonated deeply with him. The article described symptoms that mirrored his own experiences, including:

 - Physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion
 - Overreactions to minor triggers, exhibiting anger, aggression, edginess, and impulsiveness.
 - Lack of engagement in meetings
 - Difficulty concentrating, leading to mistakes.
 - Trouble sleeping
 - Racing heartbeat

- Relentless pressure from an excessive workload: The demand for productivity often leads to unrealistic expectations and constant pressure to meet tight deadlines, creating an environment conducive to burnout