Slowly but steadily, we've become preoccupied with trying to meet demands that exceed our resources, fighting unfair treatment, and watching work hours encroach on downtime, while fatigue has become the new norm in many work environments. . From the 40% of Gen Z workers who believe burnout is an inevitable part of success, to executives who believe high-pressure “trial by fire” assignments are a necessary rite of passage, to a toxic hustle culture that makes busyness stressful. Now that we've earned our Medal of Honor, too many of us expect to feel overwhelmed, overstressed, and ultimately burned out at work. As pressures mount and work environments remain stressful, it is even more important to take proactive steps to get back to your personal stress sweet spot and stay there for as long as possible. The author suggests several strategies.