Burnout isn’t just about being busy or overwhelmed—it’s a physiological response to chronic stress that impacts both the body and the brain. The World Health

Neurogenesis—the growth of new neurons—continues throughout adulthood, particularly in the hippocampus. Reduced neurogenesis is associated with depression and anxiety (Schoenfeld & Gould,2012). Exercise increases BDNF,

Willpower is limited. Research on ego depletion shows self-control is a finite resource (Baumeister et al., 1998). Sustainable change depends on environment, habits, values, and