Burnout in Tech Doesn’t Always Come Crashing In

Sometimes, it sneaks up on you.

You’re cranking out features, replying to Slack, fixing bugs. But something feels a bit off. You crack open your laptop and feel… flat. Not overwhelmed. Not even stressed. Just a bit numb.

You stop celebrating the little wins. You forget what you’re aiming for. You take breaks, but never really feel refreshed. You’re getting by, but not really living.

This kind of burnout is tricky to pin down, because you’re still ticking boxes.

But you’re fading.

If you’re reading this, you’re not on your own. Pause. Take a breath. Step outside. Chat with someone who doesn’t give a toss about deadlines.

I’m here if you need a chat.

You don’t have to quit your job. But you might need to find your way back to yourself.

Written by Minh Cung — Founder of Quiet Circles, building emotional infrastructure for modern work. Connect with Minh on LinkedIn.