Why do we all feel so exhausted? Are we struggling to meet the high standards set by our perfectionist selves, or are we simply trying to cope with the multiple demands of modern life? Anna Katharina Schaffner, a cultural historian and specialized burnout coach, addresses all those factors that rob us of freedom and make us ill.

Drawing from science, literature, and philosophy, Schaffner explores the causes and history of exhaustion while highlighting new ways to combat stress and negativity. An unconventional and inventive book, comforting and relieving, full of practical advice showing us how we can control our exhaustion and regain the joy of life.