I recently came across the term “relationship burnout” during a guided meditation. The concept has been described as a state of emotional and mental exhaustion that develops through long-term involvement in emotionally demanding situations (Pines, 1996). Although the term is often used in reference to personal relationships, the experience can also appear in workplace environments. Many employees begin their roles with enthusiasm and a genuine desire to contribute. Over time, they may begin to feel discouraged, lonely, or unsupported, which can gradually lead to burnout. While teacher burnout is usually understood as exhaustion related to instructional pressures and working conditions, relationship burnout refers to the emotional strain caused by ongoing interactions with a leader or colleague who is unsupportive, dismissive, or unresponsive.