The master’s thesis titled Burnout Among Professional Musicians: Causes,
Consequences, and Prevention Strategies examines the phenomenon of burnout in
professional musicians, who, despite the artistic nature of their work, often operate in
conditions that exceed their psychophysical capacities – long practice hours, demands for
perfection, evaluative situations, job insecurity, and frequent public exposure.
In the theoretical part, burnout is presented as a complex syndrome that includes
emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a reduced sense of personal accomplishment.
The distinctions between stress, depression, and anxiety, as well as their connection to
burnout, are emphasized.
Perfectionism is shown to be a double-edged sword – it promotes excellence, but
excessive self-criticism increases the risk of burnout. Self-employed musicians often face
irregular working conditions and financial instability, which further contributes to stress.
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