PSA: My week off grid in Montana fixed my burnout way better than any vacation policy.

Real quiet time lets your brain reset for tough work calls.

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Wasn't there a study about how constant noise messes with stress hormones? Like even background city sounds keep your nervous system on alert. Getting true quiet must be what lets it finally dial down.

raymitchell1mo ago

Heard a thing on NPR about traffic noise causing cortisol spikes even during sleep. Your body never gets the all clear signal to relax.

williamm821mo ago

Always figured it was just annoying, but turns out your brain actually treats it like a constant threat. Makes me want some earplugs now.