Ask Why do freelancers burn out faster than people in regular jobs even though they chose this path?

[Brendan]

There is something about choosing your own work and still ending up completely drained that does not make obvious sense at first. Freelancing gives a lot of freedom, but that freedom often comes with constant pressure to find clients, manage finances, meet deadlines, and handle everything alone. There is no team to share the load and no clear line between work time and personal time. It can quietly pile up before anyone notices. Have you dealt with burnout as a freelancer, and what caused it?