#410 Mental exhaustion, burnout and toxic dynamics in the professional environment

This podcast episode discusses the book “Mental
Exhaustion, Burnout and Toxic Dynamics in the Professional
Environment” by Bernhard Metzger. It focuses on the
causes and manifestations of burnout, with particular attention
to gaslighting, micromanagement and perfectionism. The author
presents individual approaches such as resilience and
self-leadership, as well as organizational strategies for
healthier workplace cultures and for managing the challenges of
digital overextension. Burnout is framed as a work-related
phenomenon, and the psychological as well as economic
consequences of chronic overload are clearly outlined.