Going Nowhere? On Burnout and Attention Crisis

Among many issues that the global pandemic exposed and challenged was our ability to stay focused and inspired. Initially, it felt like the best time to pause, take care of ourselves, and reevaluate our priorities. Very quickly though, it became clear that the constantly growing expectations of creators in a hyper-productive and connected culture meant pausing wasn’t an option. Enter burnout. What have we learned about ourselves, and how do we resist the often suffocating pressures of always striving for productivity and success?

Credits

Tricia Hersey
Panelist
Jonathan Majors
Panelist
Ruth Reichl
Panelist
Adrian Tomine
Panelist
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