Why Vacation Doesn’t Fix Burnout Anymore: The Rise of “Existential Exhaustion” in 2026
The question “why vacation doesn’t fix burnout anymore” has recently exploded across online communities like Reddit, particularly in forums such as r/antiwork and r/burnout. What started as a simple discussion about work-life balance has evolved into something much deeper—and more alarming. In 2026, burnout is no longer just about being tired. It has transformed into…