Work is central to the lives of most people and is an unavoidable requirement of existence. For this reason, being active should provide fulfillment as a source of a good life and be an important factor of meaning. However, work often becomes a burden, and we frequently experience how it can lead us away from ourselves. There are warning signs, and burnout is one such indication that we are no longer living our existence fully and holistically. This is where this book comes in. It describes the existential prerequisites for avoiding stress at work and achieving a fulfilling life. Through numerous examples, it presents the causes and signs of burnout and describes important means of prevention and stress reduction. Reflection and exercise guidelines assist with practical implementation. A practical guide for anyone who feels their work is a burden.