Review of From Burnout to Belonging

[Nabiha Qureshi]

[Following is a volunteer review of "From Burnout to Belonging" by Kimberly Carozzi.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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The book From Burnout to Belonging by Kimberly Carozzi is a self-help guide for burnout and its "remedies." This book contains not only several detailed ways people can use to tackle burnout, but it also attacks the problem at its core.

I believe it's my first time reading a self-help book I've enjoyed. From Burnout to Belonging didn't start us off with no background on what we're reading about. While it offers a standard definition, it almost immediately and very smoothly branches off to explain what forms it comes in. This explanation is detailed enough to be easier to swallow with little to no confusion, backed up by proper citations. The in-text citations used throughout the book to back up claims are another reason I enjoyed it immensely! With every problem the author brings in, she provides proper references. In this case, she uses logos, a form of rhetoric, to convince her audience she's well-versed in what she's talking about. She also includes her personal experiences while reiterating potential differences between herself and her audience. It makes her a reliable guide, as people can better relate to someone who speaks out to them rather than sounding monotonous and detached.

Another thing I liked about the book was that the author provided examples to explain her argument and reasoning. She brought out problems that can contribute to burnout and introduced characters that live through them to show her audience what she's saying. She includes elements of sociology (people's attitudes towards each other) and psychology (people's attitudes towards themselves) in a workplace setting that can lead to burnout. I also found zero errors, so I consider the book well-edited.

I only have one complaint regarding the book. It's the fact that the author pushes leaving the job if burnout persists, considering finding a proper job is tricky. There is no tip that doesn't end with leaving a job, which is disappointing. Other than that, I have nothing.

With that in mind, I give this book a four out of five stars.

I would recommend this book to people who struggle to deal with their stress.

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From Burnout to Belonging
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