LIFESTYLE
This exhaustion can’ t just be blamed on going to bed late or waking up early. But what can be blamed is the rise of burnout culture. In fact, 74 % of employees report having experienced burnout at some point, according to Spring Health’ s 2026 benchmarking research, with 23 % stating they are currently burned out. HR professionals have also clocked this trend, with those surveyed believing that 30 % of employees are experiencing“ silent burnout” – a slow, undetected state of exhaustion. Tackling burnout requires more than just logging off for the weekend; it demands a fundamental reset. While an annual sleep retreat might seem like a luxury, investing in rest is no longer just about pampering – it’ s an essential strategy to reclaim sanity, health and career progression. After all, you can’ t climb the corporate ladder if you’ re too exhausted to take the first step.
FALL SOUND ASLEEP
Olivia Arezzolo shares her top tips on how to get a quality night’ s sleep
REDUCING BLUE LIGHT EXPOSURE: Avoiding screens before bed by having an hour of tech-free time prior to sleeping.
HAVING A SUPPORTIVE MATTRESS: Take a mattress quiz online or in-store by taking advantage of bed-in-a-box trial periods with money-back offers, and spend at least seven minutes testing your mattress on your preferred sleeping side upon purchase.
REDUCING SNORING: Minimise alcohol consumption if necessary and use a nasal dilator.
124 July 2026