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Burnout - I really don't know if we can go on.

15 May 2023 · 28 min · 799K views · Lombok

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The crew of La Vagabonde addresses the impact of long-term professional burnout on their mental health while sailing in Indonesia.1:40 After nine years of producing weekly content, Elayna experiences severe anxiety, panic attacks, and depression, leading to a decision to step back from filming and work responsibilities to prioritise recovery.18:35 The crew navigates the waters between Bali and Lombok, noting the hazards of wind-against-current conditions that create steep, dangerous seas in the region.9:02 They utilise mooring balls in Gili Gede, Indonesia, after confirming their maintenance status with other cruisers.11:31 Elayna pursues a recovery plan involving nature, exercise, and professional therapy to manage chronic stress and adrenal fatigue.24:23 Riley assumes primary responsibility for content production during this period.19:45 The crew also announces upcoming charter operations in the Mediterranean, including a flotilla in the Saronic Islands and performance sailing weeks in Croatia.27:11 Recognising the physiological manifestations of chronic stress is essential for maintaining long-term health while living and working aboard a sailboat.

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