emotional burnout

The Rise of Emotional Burnout in Modern Relationships

June 2, 2026

Over the past few years, I have noticed a phrase appearing more frequently in conversations with singles, couples, and even people who have been happily partnered for many years. That phrase is emotional burnout. Traditionally, burnout was associated with work. We talked about people becoming [...]

The Emotional Exhaustion of Always Being “The Understanding One”

January 18, 2026

Being understanding is a strength. It means you can empathise, see nuance, and hold space for others. But in relationships, this strength is often overused — and quietly abused. Many people find themselves stuck in partnerships where they are always the patient one, the forgiving one, the one who [...]