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Break from the burnout

Even global icons aren’t immune to the effects of burnout. After years of nonstop work, Beyoncé reached a breaking point, feeling both physically exhausted and mentally drained. Recognizing the toll on her well-being, she made a conscious effort to recalibrate her work-life balance.

“There was a time when I was pushing myself to meet unrealistic deadlines, while not taking the time to enjoy the benefits of why I was working so hard,” Beyoncé told GQ. “There aren’t many of us from the late ’90s who were taught to focus on mental health.”

Beyoncé first gained recognition in the late 1990s as a member of the chart-topping R&B group Destiny’s Child, but it was her 2003 solo debut Dangerously in Love that solidified her place as a global icon. Beyond her musical success, she has expanded her influence into business, founding Parkwood Entertainment — a multifaceted management, production, and entertainment company that has played a pivotal role in shaping her career.

And all that works takes a toll. But you don’t have to be dancing in heels on a stage in front of thousands of people to be feeling the burn.

According to the latest Mercer Global Talent Trend, 82% of employees feel at risk of burnout — an alarming statistic that the author of the study, Kate Bravery notes is the highest in a decade.

While Beyoncé continues to give her all in her work, she now emphasizes the need for boundaries and balance, offering a reminder that sustainable success comes from managing both performance and peace.

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Fuel your passion

Setting boundaries around work is a great way to avoid stress and burnout, but finding joy and satisfaction in your work goes a long way, too.

While Beyoncé may have transformed her passion for music into a global career, she doesn’t see it as work. “I sing for me,” she says. “I love music and I love to sing. It’s a passion that runs deep.”

Her connection to music keeps her grounded in her cultural roots, drawing inspiration from Black musical innovators who broke boundaries but often didn’t receive the recognition they deserve. For Beyoncé, it’s not just about accolades — it’s about honoring that legacy.

Passion doesn’t only drive personal fulfillment; it also enhances productivity. Slack’s 2023 State of Work report found that eight in 10 respondents identified happiness and engagement at work as the main drivers of productivity.

Research from Dr. Julia Moeller at the University of Leipzig supports this, highlighting passion as a driver of creativity. It not only boosts positive emotions like happiness but also equips individuals to navigate everyday frustrations and stress.

It’s not always about building a million-dollar business but rather incorporating what excites and motivates you into your daily routine. For Beyoncé, singing isn’t just a job — it’s her purpose.

“If I don’t wake up thinking about it and I’m not going to sleep dreaming about it, it’s not for me,” she told GQ.

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Victoria Vesovski Staff Reporter

Victoria Vesovski is a Staff Reporter for Moneywise currently pursuing her Masters of Journalism at New York University.

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