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The Cure for Burnout by Emily Barrientos is an honest exploration of burnout, particularly how it affects those in high-pressure careers. Barrientos doesn’t just focus on the symptoms but digs deep into the root causes, offering a much-needed perspective on how to navigate and recover from burnout. The advice she provides is practical and grounded in real experiences, making it relatable to anyone feeling overwhelmed by work or life.

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This book would be a great book for a high school/senior in high school level Social emotional learning course. I think it could be a great book study for a homeroom class; particularly in a group that may be at risk for burnout- end of freshman year or later high school would be optimal.

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The Cure for Burnout is an excellent resource if you are feeling like your life is getting too stressful and you need some tangible steps to change things. This is the kind of book that you highlight and refer back to many times. I really enjoyed the boundaries and personal care chapters. This book is not only useful in the workplace but also as a personal development guide for managing stress, creating boundaries etc. It is a well written and easy to read.

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The Cure for Burnout provides a holistic method for burnout management to address the epidemic of our always-on, chronically overextended culture, empowering us to reclaim control of our own lives once and for all.

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There are some great ideas about burnout here, but there are also some ideas that are extremely impractical for those of us who don't have as much flexibility or leverage in our work lives. It was also frustrating to read about how many of the author's clients were extremely successful and wealthy, who only struggle with burnout due to having poor boundaries or being workaholics. What about those of us who are burned out on work but don't make six or seven figure salaries? There are many limitations to this book, unfortunately.

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The was an awesome book. It was very well written and easy for me to follow along. It was a good guide for realizing and battling burnout in your life. It was full of a ton of resources that i will be trying to add to my daily life. Overall I loved the book.

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This is an instructive book about burn out and figuring out ways to bounce back from dealing with recurring everyday stresses that make you want to give up - but can’t. Recommended reading for those who are struggling to find ways to keep putting one foot ahead of the other.

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I highlighted SO many things. It was great to read something where I had actionable items to be able to do right away.

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5/5 stars and highly recommend to pretty much everyone. I’ve followed Emily for awhile and her advice has been life changing for me. This book has so many practical applications and has advice for everyone no matter the stage of their career. Whether you’re deep in burnout or teetering on the edge this book is for you.

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The Cure for Burnout is a well written, easy to follow and understand guide for recognizing and counteracting burnout in your life. It was full of great information that I’m excited to incorporate into my life!

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Do you know what burnout is? Do you have burnout or depression? Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. Burnout and depression can also be difficult to tell apart, and some of the symptoms can overlap. For example, whether you’re depressed or burned out, you might feel exhausted or have a hard time focusing. Burnout can also be a risk factor for depression However, the two conditions have important differences. According to the author, her first chapters describe the three types of burnout a person can have. They range from having too much on one’s plate to do, facing social burnout and burnout by boredom. With those three types defined, she then turns to five coping mechanisms that can cure what ails one of these burdens: stress management, personal care, time management, mindfulness, and boundary setting. The final portion of the book is about building resilience, but also when it’s time to let go. The “Cure for Burnout” provides a holistic method for burnout management to address the epidemic of our always-on life.

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I read this after seeing the author speak about it in a publisher's webinar. It is an easy and enjoyable read that gives realistic steps to lead a more meaningful life. I really found the chapter about when to walk away from a job relatable, instructive and practical.

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I feel like "burnout" is a buzzword heard so frequently in the millenial workforce. This book was relatable, relevant and such a timely reminder of the effects of stress in a professional setting. I like how the author highlighted five specific areas to start building healthy habits - focusing on mindset, personal care, time management, boundaries and stress management. As an exhausted mother working full time in the mess that is healthcare - I resonated so hard with the book and will absolutely be executing some of her suggestions!

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Really helpful read! I would recommend this book to my coworkers who are experiencing burnout and looking for some tips and advice

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The Cure for Burnout is a great novel for those looking to find a better work/life balance. I have had a really hard time in both the past and present about making sure that I am able to balance my life at home and my life at work and ensure that I'm not bringing one home far too often.

Many of the ideas are basic, but they're effective and I think that makes it more easily accessible.

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An encouraging and clear guide to help you sort through those terrible times when there's a crushing amount of work and other things that tie you down and smother you. It's not that this guide has stunning revelations. You probably know all of it, and so did I. But there are some things we need to be reminded of. For example, if you don't give yourself time and space for your own basic needs, you're not going to be of much help to anyone else. I liked how the book was laid out. A calming and reassuring read. #Netgalley #Random House

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The Cure for Burnout is an easy-to-read, engaging entry into self-help., Packed with effective and simple mechanisms to deal with burnout, all readers will find something to use and apply.

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The sentence in the publisher summary that really caught my eye about this book was this one: "The Cure for Burnout provides a holistic method for burnout management to address the epidemic of our always-on, chronically overextended culture, empowering us to reclaim control of our own lives once and for all." I have to agree, this book did provide a holistic method to approach burn out in several aspects of life, but at the same time, I kept repeating to myself, "self-care for burn-out is individualized and personal, not one-size fits all," which I am grateful I kept in mind as I read this. As someone who is constantly looking for solutions to burnout, wellness, and stress reduction, I am bombarded by a plethora of literature and reminders, however, that all falls to the wayside when I am in the depths of a burnout situation. So, I encourage readers to reflect after each chapter and really think about how to integrate the methods that work best for you because that is one of the best ways to engage with the book and get the most out of it.

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Whenever you open a book self-help book you hope for some nuggets, words on the page that maybe make you feel seen but in way that feels removed enough that you know someone hasn’t been watching you. At the end you want to feel hopeful, ready to achieve and have a list of applicable ideas to put into action. While this book has some practical roadmap actions, they felt standard to all the short form articles you might read on what to do to if you are feeling burnout. I also felt after a hard day of work, reading this felt heavy and as though I were carrying even additional burdens as I read the details of types of burnout. This is probably not one I would go back and resource, although for many it very well could be the book that helps them identifying strategies they haven’t tried when facing the lull. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing access to a digital ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this eARC.

In a world that often feels like it's spinning too fast, Emily Ballesteros offers a lifeline in her book, "The Cure for Burnout." This isn't just another self-help book that promises quick fixes; it is a comprehensive guide that addresses the multifaceted nature of burnout and provides a roadmap to sustainable well-being.

Ballesteros, a burnout management coach and TikTok influencer, draws from her expertise in organizational psychology to dissect the beast of burnout. She doesn't just describe the symptoms; she delves into the root causes and, more importantly, offers practical solutions. Her approach is holistic, focusing on five key areas: mindset, personal care, time management, boundaries, and stress management.

What sets this book apart is its relatability and the actionable tools it provides. Ballesteros understands the modern worker's plight – the dread of waking up to an overflowing inbox, the evenings lost to just "catching up," and the creeping sense of being overwhelmed. Her advice is not just theoretical; it's born out of strategies that have proven successful with her clients worldwide.

The book is structured in a way that allows readers to identify their type of burnout and then navigate through tailored strategies. Whether it's altering one's mindset, establishing guilt-free professional limits, or mastering stress, Ballesteros's guidance is clear and implementable. It's like having a coach by your side, gently but firmly steering you towards a more balanced life.

"The Cure for Burnout" is a beacon of hope for those feeling adrift in the sea of their professional and personal lives. It doesn't just offer a cure but also empowers readers to reclaim control of their lives. In a culture that glorifies busyness, Ballesteros's book is a much-needed pause button, reminding us that balance is not only desirable but achievable.

In summary, Emily Ballesteros's "The Cure for Burnout" is a well-researched, empathetic, and practical guide that could very well change the way we approach work and life. It's a must-read for anyone who feels the weight of the world on their shoulders and seeks a way to lighten the load. With this book, Ballesteros may just have provided the antidote to our always-on, overextended lives.

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