Work Stress Is Slowly KILLING You (And You Don’t Even Know It) - Triangle Theory #035
April 30, 2025
In this episode of Triangle Theory, we dive deep into the reality of burnout. We explore the root causes of mental and physical exhaustion, especially in high-pressure environments like London, and reflect on the difference between stress, burnout, and depression. Konrad and Rupert share personal stories about their struggles with overworking, the pressure to prove themselves, and how they’ve slowly begun to prioritize self-care, stillness, and spiritual grounding.
The conversation weaves through topics like hustle culture, the toxic glorification of busyness, the healing power of slowing down, and the surprising clarity that comes from solitude, nature, therapy, and faith. We also question society’s obsession with productivity and challenge the idea that your job should define your worth.
Whether you're burnt out, questioning your path, or simply exhausted by the pace of modern life, this episode will feel like a deep breath.
In this episode we discussed:
0:00 Intro
1:21 What self-care really means when you're overwhelmed
2:09 Sleep, food, solitude: practical ways to recover
3:30 Yearly burnout cycles and warning signs
4:27 Emotional exhaustion vs. physical tiredness
5:14 Using sauna and nature as therapy
6:43 You can’t fix burnout after it hits — it’s about prevention
7:28 Slowing down before it all collapses
9:01 Origins of the term 'burnout' and its roots in healthcare
10:22 Stress from life responsibilities + physical tension
11:10 The role of Jiu-Jitsu and exercise in releasing stress
13:02 The relationship between sleep, energy, and self-awareness
15:08 London’s relentless pace vs. the laid-back island lifestyle
18:20 How environment affects stress levels
22:04 Choosing life quality over urban opportunity
24:16 Living unconsciously in a loop of work, train, sleep
26:04 The psychological weight of expectations
30:10 Fast-paced cities fuel burnout faster than you realize
32:09 “Island time” as a metaphor for peace and presence
34:42 The health cost of stress and the power of awareness
36:10 Difference between short-term stress, burnout, and depression
42:04 The internal pressure to “be somewhere by now”
44:02 How faith, prayer, and surrender bring relief
47:00 Giving yourself love removes the need for external validation
52:05 Therapy and confronting childhood wounds
55:06 "One penny in the well every day" — showing up for yourself
58:21 Trusting the process: God, purpose, and surrender
1:02:06 The cost of growth is often paid in stress and failure
1:03:01 Outro and invitation for feedback
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0:00 Intro
1:21 What self-care really means when you're overwhelmed
2:09 Sleep, food, solitude: practical ways to recover
3:30 Yearly burnout cycles and warning signs
4:27 Emotional exhaustion vs. physical tiredness
5:14 Using sauna and nature as therapy
6:43 You can’t fix burnout after it hits — it’s about prevention
7:28 Slowing down before it all collapses
9:01 Origins of the term 'burnout' and its roots in healthcare
10:22 Stress from life responsibilities + physical tension
11:10 The role of Jiu-Jitsu and exercise in releasing stress
13:02 The relationship between sleep, energy, and self-awareness
15:08 London’s relentless pace vs. the laid-back island lifestyle
18:20 How environment affects stress levels
22:04 Choosing life quality over urban opportunity
24:16 Living unconsciously in a loop of work, train, sleep
26:04 The psychological weight of expectations
30:10 Fast-paced cities fuel burnout faster than you realize
32:09 “Island time” as a metaphor for peace and presence
34:42 The health cost of stress and the power of awareness
36:10 Difference between short-term stress, burnout, and depression
42:04 The internal pressure to “be somewhere by now”
44:02 How faith, prayer, and surrender bring relief
47:00 Giving yourself love removes the need for external validation
52:05 Therapy and confronting childhood wounds
55:06 "One penny in the well every day" — showing up for yourself
58:21 Trusting the process: God, purpose, and surrender
1:02:06 The cost of growth is often paid in stress and failure
1:03:01 Outro and invitation for feedback
--------------------
Hey tribe! - Can I ask you a favour? See, we're completely new to the podcasting game, and any feedback would be appreciated, positive or negative, as we're looking to improve as we go. Thanks!
You can also support us at:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triangle.theory_/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@triangle.theory
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50RW93YVyR3YgEIuNdKIAZ?si=d77d72433a074a34
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/triangle-theory/id1769204627
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TriangleTheorypod
Player FM: https://player.fm/series/triangle-theory
Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/bdxlCwfrYN8
Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/triangle-theory-5790906
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/triangle-theory-podcast/
#triangletheory #selfdevelopment #burnout #personalgrowth #selfimprovement