In Executive Protection, burnout isn’t just about feeling exhausted, it’s a silent threat that clouds your judgment, dulls your focus, and puts at risk the very people you’re paid to protect. You’re not just tired. You’re slower. You’re missing details. You’re reacting late. This article isn’t about “toughing it out.” It’s about what actually happens when we normalize overwork, ignore recovery, and rebrand exhaustion as dedication or “good money.”