The Owl Who Forgot the Night
A gentle fable about burnout, rest, and letting go of control
Burnout often begins quietly — not from weakness, but from care taken too far.
The Owl Who Forgot the Night is a short, reflective fable about an owl who believed the forest depended on her constant vigilance. Afraid to rest, she stayed awake while others slept, slowly losing her clarity, strength, and sense of balance.
Through symbolism and softness, this story explores how burnout grows when rest is seen as a risk instead of a necessity, and how healing begins when we allow ourselves to pause. It’s a reminder that even what shines needs shadow — and that the world does not fall apart when we step back.
This fable is meant to be read slowly, revisited often, and shared with anyone who feels responsible for holding everything together.
