<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><oembed><type>video</type><version>1.0</version><html>&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.loom.com/embed/05958b9a6fd94004890b50ee12e4779f&quot; frameborder=&quot;0&quot; width=&quot;1280&quot; height=&quot;960&quot; webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;</html><height>960</height><width>1280</width><provider_name>Loom</provider_name><provider_url>https://www.loom.com</provider_url><thumbnail_height>960</thumbnail_height><thumbnail_width>1280</thumbnail_width><thumbnail_url>https://cdn.loom.com/sessions/thumbnails/05958b9a6fd94004890b50ee12e4779f-00001.gif</thumbnail_url><duration>87.321</duration><title>Acceptance, Masking, and Burnout</title><description>In this video, I discuss the important connection between acceptance, masking, and burnout. I explain how acceptance is crucial for both children and adults, as it reduces the need for masking and hiding our true selves. Research shows that when we feel accepted, we are more likely to be ourselves, which decreases the stress and fatigue associated with masking. This, in turn, decreases the likelihood of experiencing burnout. I provide insights on how acceptance provides emotional relief, empowers us, and boosts our self-esteem.</description></oembed>