Balancing act: How the Prime Minister intentionally manages the pressure

As part of my 100 Conversations About Burnout series, I’ve been speaking with leaders across various sectors about a topic that remains largely hidden: the mental health struggles of those at the top.

The truth is that burnout doesn’t discriminate based on position, and its impact is as real for CEOs, political leaders, and executives as it is for anyone else. There’s no doubt that the Prime Minister’s role is incredibly demanding - so I asked Christopher Luxon to share what helps him avoid burnout.

It's easy to think that political leaders, especially those in the highest office, are immune to burnout. After all, it's easy to focus on the politics and the decisions they make, rather than the person behind the role.

But the reality is that these roles are incredibly demanding and come with immense pressure. Whether or not you agree with their politics, leadership at this level is relentless and often leaves little room for personal time or self-care.

So we asked New Zealand's Prime Minister to share a key strategy that has helped him avoid burnout despite the intense demands of his position, and here's what he had to say:

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Balancing act: How the Prime Minister intentionally manages the pressure

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