This is an authored monologue from Uncommonly Remarkable℠.
Burnout doesn’t usually come from a lack of motivation. It shows up in people who are capable, disciplined, and consistent—often the ones holding the most responsibility. In this episode, I explore why burnout is often caused by structure rather than effort, how identity load becomes concentrated over time, and why relying on a single pillar for meaning and stability makes even strong systems fragile.
I introduce an alternative model—one that distributes load, restores margin, and allows ambition to continue without collapse. This is a conversation about design, not disengagement; architecture, not grit.
Uncommonly Remarkable℠ is a health and wellness show focused on understanding how the body works and how everyday choices shape long-term health.
I’m Artis Beatty, a doctor of optometry and Chief Medical Officer at MyEyeDr. While my professional background informs how I think, the perspectives shared here are my own.
