Digital Burnout: The Hidden Crisis in a Hyperconnected World
Most people don’t say, “I’m burned out.” They say things like:
I just can’t focus anymore.
Everything feels a bit grey.
I don’t want to talk to anyone after work, not even my partner.
I sleep, but I wake up already tired.
Unlike classic burnout, digital burnout is sneaky. It shows up in tiny ways that accumulate. In 2025, digital burnout has emerged as a pervasive and alarming challenge in workplaces worldwide. So, what can we do?