Nairobi, Dec. 2 -- Most of us think career growth is all about effort, that is doing more, learning more, pushing harder. We talk a lot about professional growth - new skills, leadership programmes, mentorship, and promotions. But what if your biggest career blocker isn't your boss or your opportunities, but your body?

Across workplaces today, professionals are quietly burning out while trying to keep up with the pace of modern work. Skipping breakfast for early meetings, surviving on caffeine, and sleeping less than six hours a night has become normal. But what's often dismissed as dedication is slowly turning into depletion.

The truth is, work performance doesn't exist in isolation. It's tied to what we eat, how we rest, and the space...