Your job or your sanity? How to not lose both (w/ Guy Winch) |.from How to Be a Better Human

Work-related stress and burnout often stem from the inability to mentally disconnect, leading to a "24/7 workday" where rumination invades personal time. Psychologist Guy Winch, author of *Mind Over Grind*, argues that while systemic workplace changes are often outside an individual's control, reclaiming mental space is possible through intentional cognitive shifts. Key strategies include labeling ruminative thoughts as unproductive, reframing high-pressure situations as challenges rather than threats, and explicitly scheduling downtime to exit "fight or flight" mode. Data indicates that 67% of workers report burnout symptoms, yet many fail to realize that their workday effectively continues long after they leave the office. By setting clear boundaries and treating rest as a mandatory task, individuals can mitigate the physical and emotional exhaustion caused by chronic work-related anxiety.