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Chris Tottman's avatar

I once ruminated on non-attachment for about 2 years (sounds like an oxymoron). I found the entire experience unbelievably enlightening. Thanks for sharing 🌞

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Alexandra Mateus's avatar

Haha, love the oxymoron, Chris :) Thanks for sharing! Hope your week kicks off beautifully 🌞

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Joel Salinas's avatar

Your images are always so peaceful

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Alexandra Mateus's avatar

Aww, thanks 🥹 You're making me smile. It’s my way of hitting pause

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Alex Mathers's avatar

Love it Alexandra, burnout isn't usually about working too much, but being without a spirit of play.

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Alexandra Mateus's avatar

Love that spirit, Alex :) Play is the secret sauce that keeps our spark alive and sustainable 🔥

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Sam Illingworth's avatar

Great article Alexandra. And a timely reminder to me about the importance of stepping back. Sometimes very hard to remember when your work intersects so much with what you enjoy. 🙏

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Alexandra Mateus's avatar

Totally, Sam! The intersection of work and joy can be energizing. Hitting pause helps sustain that spark. Thank you for sharing your thoughts 🙌

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Sharyph's avatar

great point about how emotional burnout isn't just about overwork, but also misalignment.

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