The provided text, an article from "INTREPID" titled "Stuck Between Park and Drive," explores the concept of burnout and the importance of self-care by using the metaphor of a broken car key. The author recounts a personal anecdote about a struggle to fix a stuck car key, highlighting feelings of exhaustion, self-doubt, and the tendency to push oneself despite external skepticism. Through this experience, the article reflects on how constant striving and proving one's worth can lead to emotional and physical wear, much like a worn-out key. Ultimately, the piece advocates for prioritizing healing and "maintenance" in life to avoid becoming perpetually "stuck" in a state of exhaustion, encouraging readers to consider replacing old, detrimental patterns with new, restorative ones.
