Madison Taskett

Topic

burnout

A collection of 5 issues

When to HALT working

Last year I checked out a couple of Workaholics Anonymous meetings [https://www.madisontaskett.com/i-went-to-a-workaholics-anonymous-meeting/]. They have lovely little rhyming advice ("Even when offered the best, I say no if I need rest") and phrases that are super easy to remember. I haven't been to a meeting since June

I went to a Workaholics Anonymous Meeting

I started creating all the time, and it led to me being unable to just be still without producing. I only felt okay when I was being productive. I had no idea how to relax (honestly, I still don't).

Wtf is Moderation

I do everything in extremes. In 2018 wanted to start a business, so I launched five startups in 5 months. In 2016 wanted to travel, so instead of taking a vacation like a normal person would, I saved half of my salary and nomaded for three years. I wanted to

Trying not to get re-burned out

I have a ritual every weekend. I pack a bag with quality butter and local jam. Then I head over to my favorite bakery and I order whatever is right out of the oven for breakfast, (their croissants are to die for!) as well as a loaf of sourdough for

How Nomadism Contributes to Burnout and What to do about It

When we travel for long periods of time, this balance can get thrown off and can cause a negative feedback loop which traps us in ever increasing states of burnout.