Creative burnout.
The idea of ‘burnout’ is not new and you’ve most likely experienced it at one point in your life. It was described by psychologist Herbert Freudenberger in 1917 as a psychological response to prolonged, excessive stress that has a negative impact on one's physical, emotional and mental health by causing symptoms like fatigue and loss of motivation.
There are various triggers for burnout whether it be academic, workplace stress or overwork. Burnout among workers is a worldwide issue with 77% of respondents to a Deloitte survey indicating they have experienced burnout at their current job. Additionally, the survey found that:
- Burnout has no boundaries: 91% of respondents say having an unmanageable amount of stress or frustration negatively impacts the quality of their work. 83% of respondents say burnout from work can negatively impact their personal relationships.
- Passion does not prevent workplace stress: 87% of professionals surveyed say they have passion for their current job but 64% say they are frequently stressed.
