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Just around the Corner Club's avatar

The problem is that when you need the books most, you cannot read them...

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Jana's avatar

I'm not sure; I've always turned to books. I started a new job without knowing what I was supposed to do, so I picked up a couple of books, which served as a great starting point. It was the same time when I struggled to manage my time—the same time when I struggled with burnout. I think my question would be, what would help to ensure you get to read at least the key ideas which might help. Either way, thank you for taking the time to read.

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Verena Wilkening's avatar

Listening to audiobooks has helped me a lot when I was at my lowest point, energy wise ❤️ And Brene Brown reads hers herself which is a joy. If you have Spotify audiobooks are now included and most if not all of those will be on there. 🙏🏻

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Anna Davidson's avatar

Reading a whole book must be hard sometimes with burnout, as it is with chronic/fatigue illnesses. I discovered poetry when I had long covid. You can dip in and out, and read just a few words and have them resonate in your head for ages to lift you up/ground you. Publishing my second collection next week!!

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kevin beveridge's avatar

Even better read them before you need them, you might avoid the trauma of total burnout

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Jana's avatar

Yes, that would be ideal, Kevin. Thank you

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Liza Debevec's avatar

I read the Nagoski book a few years ago and thought it was great! But like many of these books, listening to a couple of good podcasts interviewing the author about the book is also a helpful/cheaper alternative

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The Charcoal Croissant's avatar

..and actually do what they say :-)

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Jess Austin's avatar

Great recommendations, thank you. Adding 'Rising Strong' to my TBR list! I'm not in the depths of burnout now, but I am dealing with some ongoing life challenges and warm words of wisdom and encouragement are always so welcome.

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Jana's avatar

Wow, great choice, Jess. I hope all goes well for you. Rising Strong offers numerous bookmark opportunities, so I'm sure you'll find it really helpful.

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Jude (they/them)'s avatar

Languishing…thank you for giving me a word for what I’m doing. I should read that book.

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Jana's avatar

I get it, it's that 'meh' state. Enjoy, Jude.

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Andrea Stoeckel's avatar

Thank you Jana

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Jana's avatar

You're most welcome, Andrea

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

Another fabulous collection, Jana. I have read the two Brene Brown recommendations, and the one by the Nagoski sisters, but the others are new to me and I am very intrigued by a couple of the titles in particular - Languishing and the one with “ordinary” in the title. (Sorry, I’m typing this comment on my phone which means I cannot refer to your post to get the correct title.) ANYway - thank you for sharing these along with your own summaries and favorite quotes. So helpful! 💜

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Jana's avatar

Thank you. Languishing is about that 'meh ' state - you're not depressed yet, and you're not overly excited about anything. It's a 100% great read. The unexpected joy of the ordinary is actually by an author who spent some time in my hometown of 20 years now, so it's almost a personal choice 😂. I am glad I've intrigued you with a few books.

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Just around the Corner Club's avatar

I love books. But I couldn't read anymore.

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Julie's avatar

I think I'll read them during my sabbatical.

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Jessica Alice's avatar

Haven't heard of or read any of them except Brene Brown's book on imperfection, which is in my TBR pile right now...! Thanks for the suggestions.

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Silje K Jøssang's avatar

Thank you for this helpful list!

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Veronica's avatar

I am not reading 10 books when I am already exhausted, emotionally battered and having thoughts of suicide. You read them and send the Cliff Notes to me. Dumb.

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Jamie Schön's avatar

Saving this one — corporate burnout is so real

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Verena Wilkening's avatar

If you’re too low on energy to read, try audiobooks ❤️‍🩹 they’re included in Spotify now and most or all of those suggested are likely on there 🙏🏻

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