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Strive to do average - academic burnout and the expectations we put on ourselves

30m · I Am (Not) A Therapist · 31 Oct 17:59

Happy Halloween! Something that is guaranteed to give you goosebumps is the chilling reality of burnout and pressure to succeed. In this episode I rant about my experience of 2022 and my academic stress pushing me to the edge. If someone you know if suffering from depression or extreme stress please contact your local helpline and/or reach out to a loved one.

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