The great American burnout: How workers went from holding on to finally breaking free
The American workforce is confronting a deep psychological and financial collapse. Gallup’s 2024 report shows engagement has hit an 11-year low, signaling what experts call “The Great Detachment.” Burnout, stagnant wages, job insecurity, and the struggle over remote work have eroded morale. As automation fears intensify, a restless labor movement is rising to reclaim dignity, balance, and purpose. 
Rasipogula Gopal
Editor-in-Chief
