You've read about burnout before. You understand the symptoms, recognize the work cultures that fuel it, and know the typical advice for recovery. But there's something deeper that most burnout resources don't address: why do some people seem to get caught in burnout cycles while others manage to escape?

The answer lies in what I call "burnout multipliers" – underlying factors that make certain individuals more susceptible to developing burnout and more likely to remain trapped in its grip. These multipliers don't just increase your risk; they fundamentally change how burnout manifests and persists in your life.