The Burnout Society: Why Are We So Exhausted? Reflections on the work of Byung-Chul Han

EPISODE · Aug 31, 2025 · 23 MIN

The Burnout Society: Why Are We So Exhausted? Reflections on the work of Byung-Chul Han

from Mente Aprende · host Jorge Franco

We are living in a constant race against ourselves. The imperative to "be more productive," "be more positive," and "be our best selves" has led to a paradox: we are freer than ever, yet we are perpetually exhausted. Where does this fatigue come from—the kind that seems to go beyond the physical and settles in the soul?In this episode of Mente Aprende, Dr. Jorge Franco guides you through the key ideas of philosopher Byung-Chul Han, one of the most influential thinkers of our time, to diagnose our contemporary malaise. Together, we'll explore concepts that will change your perspective:The Burnout Society: Why is the enemy no longer outside but inside ourselves?The Tyranny of Positivity: Discover how self-demands and the pressure to perform turn us into our own exploiters.Psychopolitics: How does the neoliberal system seduce us into voluntarily controlling and optimizing ourselves to the point of exhaustion?This isn't just an episode to understand a philosopher; it’s a diagnostic session for our culture and for our own minds. Join us to "polish the rough stone" of our understanding and find the keys to navigating a world that demands from us without rest.

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