Why do I feel burned out even in a job I used to love?

Burnout can occur even in jobs you once loved when the demands consistently exceed your resources, when you lack control over your work, or when the job loses its meaning or purpose. Factors like poor work-life balance, lack of recognition, unclear expectations, or organizational changes can contribute to burnout. Recovery often requires addressing both external factors (workload, boundaries) and internal factors (perfectionism, people-pleasing). Sometimes taking time off or making significant changes is necessary to restore your wellbeing.