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The Long Chew

Burnout, Invisible Labor, and Recovery Work

A book about what happens when capable people carry too much for too long, the work that often goes unseen, and what recovery asks of us.

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You may recognize this book if…

The work feels familiar.

  • You are often the dependable one.
  • Your competence keeps becoming the reason you receive more.
  • You have wondered whether your ability to carry something means you should keep carrying it.
  • You are recovering from burnout, overextension, or a season that asked more of you than you want to keep giving.

A central idea

Capacity is not consent.

From reading to practice

Want to bring these ideas into your work or organization?