Back to Office Burnout? Your Body Might Know First
Your boss says: “We’re back in the office!” But your body tightens. You feel it before you say a word.
You're not lazy. You're not avoiding work. You're in survival mode.
The desk feels colder. The commute feels heavier. Your nervous system says, “No, thank you.”
The unspoken tension
Office noise = overwhelm. Small talk = stress. Being “seen” = pressure to mask.
What’s happening in your body
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Unplug After Work
This isn’t about your job title. It’s about safety. And your body knows the difference.
Truth bomb
You’re not alone
More than 60% of remote workers say in-office work affects their mental health.
You want to be a “team player”… But you’re tired of performing wellness.
The guilt trap
Ask: “What part of being in the office feels unsafe to me?” Start
there
—not with blame.
You don’t need a full script. Start with one ask: “Can I keep WFH Mondays?” “Can I do calls from home?”
One small boundary
You’re allowed to want rest. You’re allowed to protect your peace. Work doesn't mean abandoning yourself.
honor your body