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Conversation / LET'S TALK
Lesson 03
Work-Life Balance and Burnout
Advanced
Exercise 1
Expressions
Direction: Listen and repeat after your tutor
Burnout
/ˈbɜːr.naʊt/
Meaning:
Physical and mental exhaustion caused by excessive work or stress
- She experienced burnout after working 60 hours a week for months.
Take time off
/teɪk taɪm ɒf/
Meaning:
To rest by temporarily stopping work or duties
- He took time off to recover from burnout and spend time with family.
Set boundaries
/set ˈbaʊn.dəriz/
Meaning:
To limit work time or demands to protect personal time
- It’s important to set boundaries and not check emails after work hours.
Recharge
/riːˈtʃɑːrdʒ/
Meaning:
To rest and regain energy
- Taking regular breaks helps you recharge and stay productive.
Exercise 2
Mini Debate
❝Is burnout mainly caused by workplace demands or personal lifestyle choices?❞
Exercise 3
Article
Direction: Now, we're going to listen to a short audio titled ... Listen carefuly.
Work-Life Balance and Burnout
1. What is burnout?
a) Feeling a little tired after work
b) Physical and emotional exhaustion caused by stress
c) Taking a vacation
d) Being very happy at work
2. What helps maintain work-life balance?
a) Working more hours
b) Ignoring personal needs
c) Setting boundaries and taking time off
d) Checking emails at night
3. Who is responsible for preventing burnout?
a) Only employees
b) Only employers
c) Both employees and employers
d) No one
Exercise 4
Let's Talk
Answer using the words and expressions you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
1. How do you personally manage your work-life balance?
2. Have you ever experienced burnout? What caused it?
3. What are some signs that someone might be burnt out?
4. How can employers help prevent burnout among employees?
5. Do you think technology makes it harder or easier to separate work and personal life? Why?
6. How important is taking vacations or breaks for your mental health?
7. What cultural differences have you noticed in attitudes toward work-life balance?
8. Can a busy lifestyle be fulfilling, or is balance always necessary?
9. How do you recharge after a stressful week?
10. What advice would you give to someone who is struggling with work stress?
11. Should companies offer mental health days? Why or why not?
12. How can remote work affect work-life balance positively or negatively?
