Podcasts about Burnout

What if the key to better work isn't doing more, but moving more, resting better, and thinking differently? Dr. Natalie Nixon joins us to unpack her Move, Think, Rest framework and explain why creativity thrives when we step away from hustle culture. From walking meetings and daydreaming to embracing ambiguity and redesigning how we work, this episode offers a powerful reframe for anyone feeling burned out or stuck. Topics [0:00] Introduction and speed round with Natalie Nixon [10:20] Burnout, hustle culture, and redesigning how we work [16:12 Productivity myths from the Industrial Revolution [20:34] Movement hygiene and the benefits of walking [26:39] The Move, Think, Rest model [30:27] How to embrace ambiguity instead of fighting it [38:27] The importance of scaling rest [44:38] How Natalie finds her groove [48:25] Grooving Session: Reframing productivity and creativity  ©2026 Behavioral Grooves Links MTR Challenge Natalie Nixon Move. Think. Rest. By Natalie Nixon, PhD Join us on Substack! Join the Behavioral Grooves community Subscribe to Behavioral Grooves on YouTube Support Behavioral Grooves Music Links Check out Natalie Nixon's Playlist for: Move Think Rest    

In today's episode of Psych Talk I speak with Dr. Lesley Kirkpatrick, board certified psychiatrist and found of mindcomb. We start the discussion with Dr. Kirkpatrick sharing her personal journey with OCD and how she came to specialize in OCD, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and burnout. Dr. Kirkpatrick defines for listeners what OCD is and identifies some subtle signs of OCD. We discuss various treatments for OCD with a specific focus on ACT. Dr. Kirkpatrick then defines burnout for listeners and discusses some actionable steps to overcome burnout. We end the conversation by discussing Dr. Krikpatrick's mental health app mindcomb and how it can assist people on their mental health journey.Connect with Dr. Kirkpatrick:IG: @drlesleykirkpatrickIG: @mindcombappmindcombapp.comGet 10% off mindcomb using code PSYCHTALK10!Connect with Me:Follow me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@psych.talk.podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Threads ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to Group Therapy Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Facebook community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grow Through What You Go Through⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ways to Work With Me:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mind Over Matter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Masterclass⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be a guest on my podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Resources:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anti-Racism Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Intro/Outro Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life of Riley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Kevin MacLeod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This conversation is an invitation to slow down and remember that the adventure is not waiting somewhere else. It is happening right here.This is the full episode with Tara Wear, a coach and facilitator with over 30 years of experience supporting leaders and women through growth, burnout, and transition. Tara and I met through the TEDx Spokane community, where she coached me through my upcoming talk, and this conversation felt like a natural deepening of that shared journey.We talk about burnout, emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and the pressure so many women feel to overdo, overthink, and constantly improve. Tara shares her personal path into coaching, group work, and leadership, including how healing, community, and compassion shaped the work she offers today through Ready to Thrive Coaching.We explore the balance between being and doing, the power of intention, breath, and grounding, and why safe community matters when we are trying to grow without losing ourselves. This episode is about choosing again, listening inward, and learning to thrive without abandoning your needs.Tara also shares about her Women's Winter Book Club and Thrive Circles, spaces designed for women to practice self-compassion and connection together.Key takeaways • You can choose again, even in the middle of burnout • Self-awareness creates space for real change, not forced improvement • Thriving happens when being and doing are allowed to exist togetherA reflection to try Pause today and notice where you are pushing to be better instead of listening to what you need. Take one small action that supports your body, breath, or heart, not because you earned it, but because you are here.Links and resourcesWebsite https://readytothriveco.comEmail: thrivewithtaraw@gmail.comWomen's Winter Book Club Thrive CircleBook Mindful Self-Compassion for Burnout by Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Christopher Germer: Send us a text Support the show✨ Join My TEDx Spokane Journey! Get early updates, BTS moments, and reflections as I prep for TEDx Spokane.

January job searches are colliding with historic burnout. In this Ask a Recruiter episode of The Lonely Office, Leah Ova is joined by Bryan Creely, founder of Life After Layoff, to break down what's really happening in the 2026 job market and how candidates can regain momentum. Drawing on Glassdoor data showing 77% of job seekers feel pessimistic heading into the new year, Bryan shares practical strategies for standing out, avoiding “spray and pray” burnout, and building a job search that actually works when competition is at its highest. *Follow Bryan's A Life After Layoff Channel on YouTube

Episode Summary In this opening episode of the Awakening Series, Dr Diane explores a form of burnout that often goes unnoticed—and unspoken: quiet burnout. This is the burnout that appears when you've outgrown your role, but continue to stay by reasoning away the internal discomfort. This episode is for clinicians and health professionals who have known—sometimes for years—that their work no longer reflects who they've become, yet remain in place out of logic, obligation, fear, or responsibility. Rather than dramatic dissatisfaction, quiet burnout shows up as a subtle misalignment between your inner evolution and your external work. And in 2026, that misalignment can no longer be ignored. In This Episode, You'll Learn: What quiet burnout really is—and why it's so common among high-achieving health professionals How rationality can slowly silence intuition The subtle signs that you're no longer aligned with your work (even if nothing is “wrong”) Why ignoring intuition doesn't remove discomfort—it compounds it The long-term cost of staying misaligned, including regret, numbness, and loss of self-trust Why fear often disguises itself as logic (“Now isn't the right time,” “I need more clarity”) Gentle antidotes to fear and uncertainty—without quitting, burning bridges, or making impulsive moves Why 2026 represents a turning point for honoring your inner truth Who This Episode Is For This episode is especially relevant if you are: A health professional who feels disengaged despite career stability Clinically successful but internally unfulfilled Staying in your role because it feels “responsible,” not resonant Over-functioning while emotionally under-nourished Questioning whether dissatisfaction means failure—or something deeper If you've been telling yourself “I should be grateful” while quietly feeling restless or disconnected, this conversation is for you. Key Themes Explored Quiet Burnout vs. Traditional Burnout This episode reframes burnout not as weakness or lack of resilience, but as a signal of growth. Quiet burnout doesn't mean you can't cope—it means your work no longer fits who you are becoming. Misalignment as a Signal, Not a Flaw Feeling unfulfilled doesn't mean something is wrong with you. It often means your values, strengths, and aspirations have evolved beyond your current environment. The Cost of Ignoring Intuition When intuition is repeatedly overridden, professionals don't lose skill—they lose trust in themselves. This episode explores how self-doubt is often the real consequence of staying misaligned. Fear Disguised as Logic Many professionals stay stuck not because they lack courage, but because fear sounds sensible. This episode unpacks common fear-based narratives that delay change. A Reflection Question to Sit With If nothing had to change immediately—and fear wasn't running the conversation—what is your intuition quietly asking for? You don't need to answer this today. But you do need to stop ignoring it What's Coming Next in the Awakening Series In Episode 2, we explore a powerful reframe: “What If You're Not Broken—You're Just Out of Alignment?” Many clinicians mistake exhaustion for personal failure, when it's actually a call for change. The next episode offers compassion, clarity, and relief—especially if you've been trying to fix yourself instead of questioning the environment you're in. Final Note from Dr Diane Quiet burnout isn't a failure of resilience. It's a signal of growth. And growth always asks to be acknowledged. If this episode resonated, consider following the podcast or sharing it with a colleague who might be quietly carrying the same questions. You're not behind. You're awakening.

The Noise of Life Podcast x The Man That Can Project with Steve Hodgson & Lachlan StuartThere's a quiet trend happening right now.More men than ever are turning to Google with questions they don't feel safe asking their mates:- How do I ask for help?- What's my purpose now?- Why do I feel so alone?- What should I ask my GP?- Why do I keep numbing myself?In this powerful collaboration episode, Steve Hodgson and Lachlan Stuart sit down for an open, honest and grounded conversation about the real challenges men are facing today and why so many are searching for answers in silence instead of speaking out loud.This episode brings together two aligned perspectives: - The Noise of Life - turning down the internal and external noise men carry - The Man That Can Project - building self-aware, capable, resilient men through action and communityTogether, Steve and Lachlan unpack what it truly means to be a man in 2025.Inside this podcast:- Why men are googling questions they are afraid to ask- How identity loss leads to burnout and loneliness- Why asking for help feels so hard for men- The role of safe spaces and male community- How awareness becomes clarity and growthConnect with Lachlan:Instagram → https://bit.ly/45BMzhfLinkedIn  → https://bit.ly/4qAjXgsWebsite → https://bit.ly/4sp38H2Connect with Steve:Instagram → https://bit.ly/3KARQhR LinkedIn  → https://bit.ly/48sw8Vj Episode Highlights00:00:00 - Episode Starts here00:03:40 - Creating safe spaces for men00:05:18 - Burnout, awareness, and life transitions00:07:25 - Men's retreats and learning to articulate emotions00:10:31 - Vulnerability, communication, and trust00:14:15 - Wearing masks and feeling lonely00:21:16 - What is the purpose of a man today00:25:08 - Boundaries, saying no, and burnout00:32:15 - Taking ownership and grabbing the wheel00:35:07 - Journaling, awareness, and slowing the noise00:38:39 - Voice notes, reflection and clarity00:44:49 - Identity beyond roles and labels00:49:56 - Letting go of busyness in 202600:54:45 - Why men struggle to ask for help01:00:20 - Carrying everything alone versus shared load01:12:00 - Creating a life aligned with values01:22:10 - Responsibility without self judgment01:30:20 - Awareness as the ongoing practice01:33:40 - Reflections on growth, support, and connectionABOUT THE PODCAST SHOWThe Noise of Life is a podcast that shares real stories, raw truths, and remarkable growth. Hosted by Steve Hodgson a coach, facilitator, speaker, and Mental Health First Aid Instructor. This podcast dives deep into the “noise” we all face, the distractions, doubts and challenges that can pull us away from who we truly are.

High performers often experience spiritual exhaustion when faith becomes managed instead of embodied. This episode explores why division was never required for faithfulness — and how wholeness restores peace, trust, and alignment without striving.Many high-capacity humans don't lose faith — they learn to compartmentalize it.They keep believing, praying, serving, and leading…while their bodies stay guarded, vigilant, and braced.In this Sunday episode of The Recalibration, we explore a quiet but powerful question:Did God ever ask you to live divided?For leaders navigating burnout recovery, decision fatigue, spiritual exhaustion, and identity drift, this conversation offers relief rather than correction. It names what was adaptive — not sinful — and invites a deeper alignment where faith no longer requires self-protection.We explore how many people learned to associate faithfulness with composure, strength, and control, while grief, softness, and embodiment were left outside the door. Not because they lacked belief — but because wholeness didn't feel safe.Drawing from Scripture and lived experience, this episode reframes surrender not as collapse, but as coherence. God does not ask for fragmentation to prove devotion. He speaks to the whole person — body, soul, mind, and spirit.Faith was never meant to be performed through tension.This is not mindset work.It is not behavior modification.It is Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR) — the root-level realignment that makes every other tool effective because it restores integrity between who you are and how you live.This episode is especially resonant for listeners wrestling with:burnout recovery and spiritual fatiguesuccess without fulfillmentrole confusion between leader, believer, and humanidentity misalignment masked as faithfulnessReferenced throughout is the life and invitation of Jesus Christ, whose consistent call was never toward division — but toward undivided hearts, integrated lives, and embodied trust.Today's Micro RecalibrationWhere have I been trying to be faithful while staying guarded? No fixing. No forcing insight. Just noticing what it feels like to ask God that question without bracing.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things

Physicians are trained to believe that skepticism keeps us safe and belief is generally risky. Over time, this quietly erodes trust in ourselves and what might be possible. What once felt protective can slowly narrow our lives and choices.  Stuckness, disconnection, and a subtle loss of feeling alive grows.   PEARLS OF WISDOM Medical culture often rewards certainty while sidelining imagination, hope, and belief. • Not believing in ourselves can feel protective, yet it frequently keeps us confined to versions of life that no longer fit. • Belief is not naïve optimism. It is a skill and a gift that can be practiced and borrowed when our own feels unsteady. • Imagining what is possible, even without a clear path, is essential for healing, leadership, and sustainable change. • Practicing belief does not abandon logic or science. It creates the spaciousness and courage to move toward alignment. Reflection Questions Where have we organized our lives around not believing, perhaps to avoid disappointment? What have we stopped believing in, and what did that belief once offer us? Who has offered us borrowed belief, and how did it feel to receive it? What might it look like to risk a small disappointment in service of something more alive or more true? If you are ready to gently begin believing again, mindfulness and coaching offer grounded places to start. Slowing down allows us to notice where fear has shaped our choices and where belief may still be quietly present. Whether you are navigating burnout, transition, or a longing for more meaning and spaciousness, coaching and retreat spaces can support this remembering. They all offer a compassionate, practical way to reconnect with belief and possibility. Enjoy a yoga class on this topic on Jessie's YouTube channel - Mindful Yoga to Grow Trust and Belief with Dr. Jessie Mahoney Read more about this topic on Jessie's Blog - The Gift of Belief The Connect in Nature Retreat is also a meaningful space to rediscover awe, wonder, and belief—in ourselves and in what is possible. Partners and colleagues are encouraged to join. Shared experiences often deepen connection and clarity. www.jessiemahoneymd.com/retreats If we would like to bring this work into our organizations, Dr. Liang and I both offer speaking and workshop experiences that support belief, healing, and connection in healthcare and beyond. www.jessiemahoneymd.com/speaking www.awakenbreath.org Nothing shared in the Healing Medicine Podcast is medical advice.

Entrepreneur Phil Neil joins John to unpack a raw, resilient path to financial freedom—from stepping up as a provider at 14 to buying multifamily real estate in his early 20s. Phil shares how early family debt and hardship shaped his money mindset, why a purpose-driven vision (a nonprofit karate camp and love of nature) gave him “permission” to build wealth, and how he went from top cell phone sales in Canada to property investing. We also dive deep into entrepreneurship's inner game—uncertainty, fear, and unworthiness—and Phil's framework for avoiding identity fusion with your business while making higher-quality decisions. Stick around for founder tools you can use today and a rapid-fire round on legacy and the first step to your walk to wealth.

In this raw conversation, Mo, Ahd, and Nada talk about the drastic evolution of their live from the restrictions of the past to the booming creative industries of today.  They get into the transition from corporate banking to the red carpet, the challenges of modern parenting in a digital age, and the toxic allure of social media. The friends also share vulnerable reflections on entering their 40s, finding peace through prayer and gratitude, and why shedding the need for external validation has been their ultimate liberation in life! 0:00 Intro 5:40 Women's Empowerment 6:26 The Red Sea Film Festival Experience 9:02 Unconventional Careers & Leaving Banking 15:21 Seeking Validation from Home vs. The West 28:05 Spirituality, Prayer, and Finding Peace 31:07 Balancing Motherhood, Ambition, and Burnout 41:05 The Reality of Filming and Professionalism on Set 46:05 The Wisdom of the 40s: Letting Go and Embracing JOMO 56:15 The Beauty of Arabic Language & Content Creation 1:03:58 New Ventures: Podcasting and Children's Storytelling 1:12:29 Dealing with Online Criticism and Judgment 1:19:34 The Impact of AI and Social Media on Kids 1:20:53 Advice to Our Younger Selves

High performers often experience burnout and role confusion not because they're broken, but because they learned to split themselves to stay effective. This episode explores why that adaptation formed—and how integration brings relief without losing your edge.Many high-capacity humans don't feel burned out because they're doing too much. They feel tired, disconnected, or quietly empty because they've learned to live divided.In this episode of The Recalibration, Julie Holly explores the moment—often unspoken—when capable, responsible people learned they needed two versions of themselves to survive, lead, or stay effective.Not because they failed.But because adaptation worked.In this episode, we explore:Why role confusion and identity drift often form in high performersHow fragmentation functions as intelligence under pressure, not dysfunctionThe hidden cost of success without fulfillmentWhy integration feels like relief, not reinventionHow burnout recovery begins with identity coherence, not more strategiesThe quiet grief many leaders carry for the version of themselves that held everything togetherJulie reframes fragmentation through the lens of Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR)—not as a mindset tactic or productivity tool, but as the root-level realignment that makes every other approach finally work.This episode speaks directly to those experiencing:Decision fatigue without obvious overloadSpiritual exhaustion beneath outward competenceSuccess that looks good but feels slightly removedA longing to stop holding everything together internallyYou'll hear why:Fragmentation was once protectiveWholeness does not mean slowing down or losing effectivenessIntegration allows parts of you that have been waiting to come homeThis is not an invitation to fix yourself.It's permission to stop paying for effectiveness with separation.Today's Micro RecalibrationWhat part of me learned it wasn't safe to be fully here—and what does that part need now?Stay with whatever surfaces.No urgency. No analysis.Just enough presence to let truth land.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things

This is a Bonus Episode, which means that it doesn't have any of the beautiful audio engineering from our amazing team.In this Bonus Episode, Jennie Nash talks with physician-writer Carolyn Roy Bornstein about how one Blueprint exercise brought clarity to a long-stalled book project. By identifying a single ideal reader, Carolyn was able to see exactly who she was writing for and shape A Prescription for Burnout with purpose and focus.They discuss why audience clarity matters and how the Blueprint can unlock momentum at the right moment in the writing process.Our guest, Carolyn Roy Bornstein, MD is a retired pediatrician, narrative medicine teacher, and author whose work explores the healing power of reflective writing. Her forthcoming book, A Prescription for Burnout: Restorative Writing for Healthcare Professionals, will be published by Johns Hopkins University Press. Carolyn draws on her clinical experience, her own journey through trauma and recovery, and her work with healthcare trainees to help writers—and caregivers—find voice, purpose, and resilience through the written word.Join Us for the Blueprint Challenge Starting January 12Hi there supporters and subscribers! Many of you are joining the Winter Blueprint for a Book, and if that's you, you must opt-in to receive posts, AMAs, write-alongs and podcasts. In 10 weeks, future you will be thanking current you for all the work you put in to figure out what you want this book to be—and how to best get it there, whether you're starting fresh with a new draft or revising something that still hasn't come together.If you don't opt in (how-to below), this will be the only Blueprint-related email that comes your way. (So no worries and no extra emails for those of us having a normal chaotic writing season!)And for those of you who haven't yet signed up—WHAT are you waiting for? This is a killer deal—put in an hour a week (okay, maybe more some weeks) and you could have a blueprint in hand by March—with a cohort, AMAs, write-alongs and plenty of help. Last chance—or at least, this is the last time we'll prod you. If you decide to jump in next week, we'll be here.Want to learn more? We published a whole series about the joys and benefits of the Blueprint:* What the Blueprint is and why Jennie made it* Introducing the winter book coach hosts* Overcoming Pantsing Pitfalls: How the Blueprint Method Can Save Your Story* The Blueprint is the Solution for Time-Strapped Writers* How to Use a Blueprint for Revision* Befriending the Blueprint* Using Mindfulness to Master the BlueprintNot yet a paid subscriber? There's still time—in fact, there's still a special deal in place for those who want to jump in: 20% off an annual subscription until 1/15/25, and you can spend the next ten weeks figuring out what you want this book to be, instead of writing 250K words over the course of the year to achieve the same thing. Ask me how I know.To join Blueprint for a Book, you must opt-in and set up your podcast feed. Don't worry, it's simple! Click here to go to your #AmWriting account, and when you see this screen, do two things:* Toggle “Blueprint for a Book” from “off” (grey) to “on” (orange).* Click “set up podcast” next to Winter 2025 Blueprint for a Book and follow the easy instructions. (It is MUCH easier to do this step on your phone.)Once you set those things up, you'll get all the future Blueprint emails and podcasts (and if you're joining the party a bit late, just head to our website and click on Blueprint for a Book Winter 2025 in the top menu). This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amwriting.substack.com/subscribe

It's been a heavy start to 2026. In this real, raw episode, Michelle Thames opens up about navigating deep personal loss while running a business and showing up online. After losing her stepfather, cousin, and a childhood friend within days, Michelle reflects on how grief collides with the pressure to stay visible on social media. This episode explores the social media side of grief—why algorithms don't pause when life hits, how burnout accelerates when we force content through pain, and what it really means to take a break without guilt or shame. Michelle shares both personal insight and expert perspective on sustainable visibility, rest, and long-term brand integrity. If you're grieving, overwhelmed, or feeling pressure to “keep going” online when your heart needs space, this conversation is for you. What You'll Learn in This Episode How grief shows up in a social media–driven world Why “rest is not a failure of consistency” The hidden cost of forcing content during emotional exhaustion How to pause, scale back, or shift visibility without losing momentum What presence looks like when perfection isn't possible Permission to grieve without performing online Key Topics Discussed Grief and social media Rest and visibility as a business owner Burnout prevention for entrepreneurs Sustainable content creation Mental health and online presence Taking breaks without losing your audience Human-centered leadership and brand longevity This episode is for: Entrepreneurs navigating grief or emotional burnout Content creators feeling pressure to stay visible Business owners who want sustainable visibility Anyone grieving a loss while still showing up for others Powerful Quotes from the Episode “Grief doesn't move at the speed of content.” “Rest is not a failure of consistency. It's a strategy for longevity.” “Your audience doesn't need perfection. They need presence.” “You are not behind. You are not lazy. You are not failing.” Listener Takeaway You are allowed to pause.You are allowed to grieve.And your voice will still matter when you return. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it take to rebuild a legacy after losing it all? In this episode, we sit down with Melissa Nash, the founder of Passively Rich Investments, to discuss the transition from the high-stress "hustle culture" of the fashion industry to the freedom of a seven-figure real estate portfolio.Melissa shares her "Path to Passive" framework, designed specifically for women who want to stop trading hours for dollars and start building generational wealth. We dive into the mindset shifts required to overcome financial setbacks, how to manage a growing empire as a mother of four, and why Melissa believes that when women control their capital, they change the world. Whether you are a real estate novice or looking to scale your assets, Melissa provides a practical, heart-centered roadmap to achieving financial independence.https://www.hellomelissanash.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

Every relationship should have stopping points when you feel yourself slipping away. Emotional abuse operates as a slow drip-feeding of toxic behaviors that gradually erode boundaries.

Leadership burnout isn't just about workload — it's about the internal state you lead from.This episode explores why tension leaks into teams, how calm builds trust, and how identity-level alignment creates sustainable authority without tightening.If you're a high-capacity leader who feels capable yet quietly depleted, this episode puts language to what your system already knows.Many leaders assume exhaustion comes from long hours, decision fatigue, or the weight of responsibility. But often, the deeper cost comes from how leadership is carried internally. When vigilance becomes your default state, it shapes your presence, your decisions, and the nervous systems of the people around you — whether you intend it to or not.In this episode of The Recalibration, Julie Holly explores how leadership doesn't begin with strategy or execution. It begins with state. Drawing from nervous system science, psychology, and lived leadership examples, she shows how calm communicates safety, how tension communicates urgency, and why teams respond to your internal posture before they register your words.You'll hear why:Leadership fatigue is often less about doing too much and more about carrying responsibility from tensionNervous systems read posture, voice, and presence in millisecondsCalm increases trust, clarity, and follow-throughRegulation restores energy without disengagementJulie references the steady leadership of Rosalind Brewer, whose calm authority in high-pressure environments demonstrates that effectiveness does not require hardening. The episode also draws on insights from Vanessa Van Edwards on nonverbal communication and Linnea Passaler, whose work helps leaders understand how nervous systems continuously orient to one another.Discover why:Tension is often adaptive — not evidence of failureFragmentation is inefficient, even when it's rewardedPeace sharpens execution rather than slowing it downYou don't have to leave yourself behind to lead wellToday's Micro RecalibrationBefore your next interaction, pause and ask:“What state am I bringing into this room?”Team RecalibrationWhere do we unintentionally reward constant readiness — and confuse it with leadership — and what does that cost trust and clarity over time?Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things

In Healthy Waves, host Yusuf sits down with Dr. Jonathan Locust Jr. to unpack what burnout reveals that “success” can hide, and how consciousness practices can support a real life reset. They get practical about early warning signals, inner guidance, and protecting yourself when you are vulnerable and healing. This episode is for anyone feeling drained, reactive, or stuck in high achieving mode while quietly running out of energy. You will leave with simple tools like dream reflection, breath releases, and a grounded framework for discernment in holistic spaces. About the Guest: Dr. Jonathan Locust Jr. is the founder of ConciRise. He has a PhD in theory and social foundations and has worked in psychometrics, behavioral analysis, and systems level human research. Key Takeaways: Spot burnout early: fatigue, low motivation, and “not myself” reactions Use dreams as data: track themes and reflect on what they are signaling Raise discernment when seeking holistic support: look for vetted practitioners Try active imagination: personify a habit or urge and have a written dialogue Use breath as a reset: inhale what supports you, exhale what no longer serves you How to Connect With the Guest: Website: https://www.conscirise.com/ LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube Learn more about ConsciRise and join the community for conscious seekers and practitioners. Facebook Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

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Walk-In Talk Media kicks off 2026 in-studio with Chef Michael Collantes, chef-owner of Soseki Orlando, a one-Michelin-star restaurant that has earned and retained its star. This conversation goes past accolades and into what it takes to sustain excellence, build teams across multiple concepts, and keep your life intact while doing it. We also introduce a new recurring chapter, Chef Mike officially joins the Walk-In Talk Media family as a recurring collaborator. Later in the episode, you will hear from Frederic Casagrande with The Live Fire Report, expanding WITM coverage of international barbecue and live fire culture. In-studio cook Japanese fluke (hirame) breakdown and two mirrored dishes Kombu-jime cure, crispy potato technique, and a truffle-forward direction "Mottainai" mindset, using bones and trim instead of wasting Key topics What consistency really means when you are being judged in silence Leadership when you scale from one room to multiple restaurants Burnout, rebuilding, and the role of faith, family, and identity Art vs business in hospitality, and why community and storytelling matter Why pressure can build greatness, but cannot destroy the person Notable moments Chef Mike's path from early jobs to Wolfgang Puck to Michelin-level kitchens Soseki as "foundation", and how standards get set and protected Why storytelling and community building are now essential for restaurants Featured segment Frederic Casagrande introduces The Live Fire Report, a WITM segment focused on global live fire, competition culture, and the people shaping it. Connect with Chef Mike Website: MikeCollantes.com Instagram: @ChefMikeCollantes TikTok: @ChefFlipMike Episode takeaways Consistency is a system, not a mood. Great once is easy, great every night is leadership and process. Scaling demands trust. The bigger the operation, the less "hands-on control" matters, and the more people and standards matter. Burnout is real, and rebuilding is possible. The conversation highlights how identity, faith, and family can reframe success. Storytelling is a competitive advantage. Food can be incredible, but community and meaning are what keep people coming back. Pressure can build diamonds, but health is non-negotiable. Excellence is the goal, self-destruction is not. Walk-In Talk Media Brand Partners Metro Foodservice Solutions https://www.metro.com RAK Porcelain USA https://www.rakporcelain.com Aussie Select https://aussieselect.com Crab Island Seafood Company https://crabislandseafooddip.com Pass the Honey https://freshhoneycomb.com Citrus America https://citrusamerica.com Walk-In Talk Media Cause & Nonprofit Partners The Burnt Chef Project https://www.theburntchefproject.com Operation BBQ Relief https://operationbbqrelief.org Hogs for the Cause https://hogsforthecause.org Sustainable Supperclub https://www.sustainablesupperclub.org Walk-In Talk Media Industry & Event Partners Restaurant Events LLC https://www.restaurantevents.com U.S. Culinary Open https://www.usculinaryopen.com

Happy New Year, friend.

Sometimes the adventure does not arrive as a bold leap. Sometimes it begins in a quiet moment when we realize we can choose again. In this short preview conversation, I sit down with Tara Wear, an experienced coach and leader who has spent more than 30 years supporting individuals and teams in becoming their best selves.We first connected through the TEDx Spokane community, where Tara supported me as I prepared my upcoming talk, and this conversation opened up so much wisdom. We talk about burnout, leadership, intention, and self-awareness, especially during seasons like the holidays or the transition into a new year. Tara reminds us that intention is not something we set once and forget. Every moment offers a choice, and every choice creates a new way forward.This episode is a short teaser and preview of our full conversation, which will be released in the coming days. In the full episode, we go deeper into Tara's coaching work with women, her shift toward burnout recovery and thriving, and even a word she uses that surprised me and may surprise you, too.Tara also shares about her upcoming Women's Winter Book Club focused on self-compassion and burnout recovery, where women will read, reflect, and practice together in a small group setting.A reflection to tryNotice one moment today where you feel rushed, overwhelmed, or self-critical. Pause, take one slow breath, and ask yourself, What would it look like to choose again right here? Let the answer be simple.If you are feeling tired, overwhelmed, or quietly longing for something more grounded, let this be a gentle pause. The adventure is already here.Links and resources mentionedWebsite https://readytothriveco.comEmail: thrivewithtaraw@gmail.comWomen's Winter Book Club details under Packages: https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/185601Book Mindful Self-Compassion for Burnout by Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Christopher Germer: https://a.co/d/h10F5YnSend us a text Support the show✨ Join My TEDx Spokane Journey! Get early updates, BTS moments, and reflections as I prep for TEDx Spokane.

You may think you're burned out at work, or with life in general. But what does burnout actually mean? Christina Maslach, Professor Emerita of psychology at UC Berkeley, was one of the first researchers in the world to study burnout, and co-created the Maslach Burnout Inventory over 40 years ago, a diagnostic tool that's still widely used today. She explains the distinct phases of burnout, why it's so pervasive in healthcare, and why a spa weekend isn't the cure.

Welcome to 2026, neurodivergent creatives! In this first episode of the year, Caitlin offers a gentle but powerful reset: you are not your productivity, your output, or your job title. You are who you are, and that matters more than anything you do.

Ever feel overwhelmed by the impossible task of scaling a team without losing your soul or your culture? You're not alone… or powerless.In this episode, Sivana Brewer is joined by David Chol, COO of Vanguard Properties, for a candid conversation about breaking through isolation, banishing burnout, and the rare leadership moves every operator needs to hear (but never gets taught).They dive deep into why “quality over quantity” culture trumps complexity, how to actually build people (not just systems), and what happens when you ditch the rulebook and trust your gut. Learn proven ways to create psychological safety, unleash autonomy, and develop team members you never realized were hiding in plain sight.Listen now if you want a legendary team, not headaches. Tune in today to steal the strategies you won't find on any corporate checklist and avoid the silent cost of letting your best people stagnate.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – The wild, serendipitous story of how an overseas friendship turned into a game-changing recruiting move[01:24] – “Quality over quantity”: The Vanguard way of winning big without getting bigger[04:46] – Why career-crushing heartbreaks can open doors to your best opportunities—and why David welcomes them[10:17] – There was no playbook: What happens when you're handed your “dream job” and left to sink or swim[13:15] – Surprising truths: What David really discovered about himself when the safety nets disappeared[19:04] – The secret to creating a culture of radical autonomy without chaos—or loss of accountability[21:10] – Why most interviews are fake (and how to truly get to know someone before you hire them)[31:35] – The 15-calls-a-day ritual: The proven method that keeps hidden talent from falling through the cracks[38:03] – Exactly how to keep your best people growing—plus the overlooked dangers of ignoring their untapped skills[42:07] – The harsh realities no one tells COOs about—plus honest ways to navigate “second in command” constraintsAbout the GuestDavid Chol is the Chief Operating Officer of Vanguard Properties, the Bay Area's largest independent and LGBT-led brokerage, boasting 500+ agents and a forty-year legacy. A lifelong real estate operator with roots ranging from private equity to technology, David is known for building standout cultures and pioneering people-first leadership strategies that drive growth, even when markets are in turmoil. At Vanguard, he champions autonomy, radical honesty, and transforming hidden staff potential into real company wins.

Welcome to the first episode of 2026! If you're feeling that “new year, new me” pressure: goals, plans, fresh calendars, the whole thing—this one's for you. Because when life inevitably punches your perfectly color-coded week in the throat, the issue isn't your planning… it's what you thought planning could control. This episode is all about Control vs. Agency—and how to stay productive when outcomes refuse to cooperate.In this episode we cover:• Why Control Breaks (and Agency Doesn't): Control tries to guarantee outcomes; agency chooses your response when the day goes sideways.• The Identity Trap of Productivity: What happens when “being on top of things” becomes self-worth—and why that makes disruptions feel like failure.• The 4-Step Agency Process: Name what you're trying to control, separate what's in your hands vs. not, choose one “agency lever,” then replan from reality.• Stabilization Over Catching Up: Why the goal isn't to “win the week,” but to stop the panic spiral and choose the next stabilizing move.• Plan Like a Menu (Not a Script): Scripts make you panic when life changes a line; menus give you options when the day changes the plot.If you've been stuck in the loop of “I did everything right and still lost control,” this episode is your reminder that you don't need a new system—you need a different stance. You may not control the story, but you do get to choose how you show up on the page.• Brain.fm - Music specifically engineered to help you focus, relax or recharge.Connect with Erik:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is Powered By:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript 101⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Castmagic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ecamm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podpage⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rodecaster Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Productivity Books List⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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High performers often fear peace will cost them their edge. In this episode, Julie Holly reframes wholeness as a strategic advantage — showing how identity coherence increases clarity, execution, and sustainable effectiveness.What if wholeness didn't slow you down — but actually made you more effective?In this episode of The Recalibration, Julie Holly addresses the quiet resistance many high-capacity humans feel when the conversation turns toward peace, integration, or inner alignment. Beneath performance pressure and decision fatigue is often an unspoken fear:If I stop fragmenting myself… will I lose what's made me effective?This episode dismantles that fear and reframes wholeness as a strategic upgrade — not a personal softening.In this episode, you'll explore:Why performance pressure often comes from identity fragmentation, not workloadHow role confusion and constant self-management quietly drain energyThe hidden cost of success without fulfillmentWhy fragmentation is inefficient — even when it looks like strengthHow peace reduces internal friction and sharpens executionWhy effectiveness improves when identity becomes coherentPsychology + Nervous System InsightJulie draws on psychology and nervous system integration to explain:How identity-based motivation becomes cleaner when you're one person across rolesWhy internal division increases cognitive, emotional, and identity loadHow wholeness removes background effort — freeing capacity without disengagingThis is not burnout caused by failure.It's fatigue caused by misalignment.A Living Example of Integrated ExcellenceJulie points to Denzel Washington as an example of drive without internal division. His presence demonstrates:Authority without tensionIntensity without urgencyExcellence sustained by coherence, not pressureIf you've been successful but tired…If achievement feels heavier than you expected…If you sense peace might actually sharpen your edge…This episode offers clarity, permission, and a grounded path forward.Today's Micro RecalibrationWhere does fragmentation cost me more energy than the task itself?Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things

What if the problem isn't medicine — but the way your career is structured right now?In this episode, Tracy sits down with Annie Wildermuth, PA, leadership consultant, and ICF-certified coach, for a thoughtful, grounded conversation about career pivots, burnout, and how clinicians can make intentional changes without blowing up their lives.Annie shares her own non-linear career journey — from emergency medicine to academia, medical education, leadership development, and coaching — and explains why so many clinicians feel stuck when the “traditional” career path no longer fits. Together, Tracy and Annie unpack why waiting until you're in crisis to think about career strategy is so common — and how much easier it is to make aligned decisions when you plan ahead.They explore one of the biggest myths in medicine: that non-clinical work is automatically the solution to burnout. Annie offers a refreshingly honest take on whether the grass is really greener, what she misses about patient care, and why values — not job titles — should drive career decisions.You'll also hear practical guidance on how to: • Identify whether your burnout is about workload, values misalignment, or lack of purpose • Decide if leadership opportunities are worth building where you are — or if it's time to move on • Make smaller, sustainable changes inside your current role before pursuing a big pivot • Navigate the fear of learning something new (yes, even an entirely new specialty) • Take career transitions one manageable step at a time — without paralysis or perfectionismAnnie introduces a powerful framework from Drive — autonomy, mastery, and purpose — and explains how even small shifts in these areas can dramatically improve fulfillment at work. Tracy adds real-world examples from her own coaching clients and personal experience, including why “working less” alone rarely cures burnout.The episode closes with a reminder clinicians need to hear: you don't need to have everything figured out. Careers evolve. Values change. And choosing a new direction doesn't mean your previous path was wrong — just that you've grown.If you've been wondering whether it's time for a change, this conversation will help you slow down, get clear, and move forward with intention — instead of panic.

Why Does Success Feel So Hard (When You're Good at Your Job)? You're successful. You're respected. So why does work feel heavier, more exhausting, and less fulfilling than it should? Burnout in capable professionals rarely comes from failure. It comes from years of being the person who steps in, figures it out, and carries more than their share. In this episode, Blake explores why high performers feel exhausted even when they're doing everything "right". You'll hear why common fixes like rest, boundaries, or a new role rarely create lasting change, and you'll learn what actually does.   Episode Highlights When Success Starts Feeling Heavy [01:00] - A client who did everything right but felt exhausted [02:15] - "I keep over-giving and I don't know how to stop" [03:20] - When caring deeply still leaves you drained How Being Capable Becomes Costly [04:10] - The ability that made you successful started costing you [05:30] - When success strategies quietly turn into stress patterns Why Change Doesn't Stick [06:45] - Changing environments but finding the same cycles [08:20] - Root patterns driven by the subconscious What Actually Creates Sustainable Success [09:45] - How to change the patterns keeping you stuck [10:50] - Success doesn't have to require self-sacrifice Powerful Quotes "This isn't the kind of burnout where you hate your job. It's the kind where you care deeply and you're still drained." -Blake Schofield "Over-responsibility and hyper-performance aren't personality traits. They're actually ways of living that you learned how to do in order to adapt." -Blake Schofield "This is not a willpower problem. It's not a discipline problem. And it's not a capability problem. It's a root pattern problem." -Blake Schofield "Success does not have to feel this hard. And nothing's wrong with you. You're not lazy or ungrateful and you're not failing. You're just operating from a pattern that's outlived its usefulness." -Blake Schofield   Resources Mentioned   Drained at the end of the day & want more presence in your life? In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type   The Fastest Path to Clarity, Confidence & Your Next Level of Success:  executive coaching for leaders navigating layered challenges. Whether you're burned out, standing at a crossroads, or simply know you're meant for more—you don't have to figure it out alone.  Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply! Ready to Future-Proof Your Leadership?  Let's explore what's possible for your team.  Whether you're navigating rapid growth, culture change, or quiet disengagement…we can help with our high-touch, root-cause focused solutions that are designed to help grow resilient, aligned & empowered leaders who navigate uncertainty with confidence and create impact without burning out,  go to https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Episode Summary: Emotional Exhaustion and holiday burnout are very real experiences. Today we’re going to be talking about the post-holiday aftermath that many of us feel for a myriad of reasons. We are going to cover expectations—unmet and unspoken; the subsequent disappointment which follows and the straight up exhaustion of making Christmas happen for our loved ones. If we don’t pause for a moment following the holidays, we rush headlong into the long winter months with unresolved sadness, which impacts our mental and emotional well-being, making those January blues stronger. Our goal today is to equip you with space to process what happened or didn’t happen, reminders that you are not alone, and practical hope-filled tools to apply to the post-holiday aftermath you may be experiencing. Quotables from the episode: The living room is scattered with wrapping paper, ornaments are askew on the tree, and a fine layer of dust covers everything. Family has wandered off to pursue individual pursuits and you’re sitting alone. You did it. You curated gifts based on personal interests and desires. You planned special meals and made the once-a-year Christmas treats. But now the exhaustion sets in. You wonder if your family appreciates your effort, and you question whether it’s worth it. Crawling into bed and skipping the big family get together later that day sounds great. Instead, you pull yourself up and put another foot in front of the other. “Do the next thing,” you whisper, but wonder if you actually can. Today we are talking about How to Heal from Emotional Burnout and Holiday Exhaustion. Emotional burnout and holiday exhaustion is a real experience that many of us deal with. It can start as early as October or November and lingers into January. I love the reminders in Psalm 46 to be still, but it can be so hard to do. But when I keep reading, I see that knowing God and bringing him glory helps me frame being still inside the comforting knowledge that God is with me through it all. It’s the “all” that trips us up during the holidays. How do we determine how much or how little to do? How do we manage our expectations within the framework of stillness wrapped in God’s presence? One of the contributing factors in emotional exhaustion and holiday burnout comes from a motive to serve others and to create a special experience for them. It’s a good and noble desire to do this. The gift of hospitality, even to our own families, is a special way to show them God’s love. That’s where my desire comes from: I want to show my family love by doing for them. But when we neglect the best thing, we find ourselves running through the holidays in our own strength, which creates emotional burnout and holiday exhaustion. I love the sisters, Mary and Martha, found in Luke 10:38-42. These two women show us how to both serve and be still. I’ve never liked how Martha is shown as wrong and Mary as right. If we take the time to read what Jesus said, we learn there is a good way and a better way. Martha had good motives in serving Jesus and the other guests. In the context of healing from holiday exhaustion and emotional burnout, the desire to create a beautiful holiday experience is a good desire. Martha’s mistake was her unspoken expectation that her sister should be helping her create this amazing experience for the Lord. However, Mary spent her time listening at the feet of Jesus. While it looked like she was doing nothing, she shows us how being still is an active response. Spending time with Jesus is a better desire. It changes us from the inside out. Let’s explore how to hold both the good and the better in the same space and time. I’ve always had mixed feelings when it comes to the account of Mary and Martha. I want to be a Mary, but I definitely relate to Martha’s personally as a get-it-done kind of person. I can’t tell you how often I hear “I don’t know how you do all you do!” And in transparency, for many years, I wore that as a badge of honor, until doing became my downfall. One thing that has always stood out to me in the account of these two sisters is when Scripture says But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. It’s not that what Martha was doing was bad…it just wasn’t the best thing. It’s so easy to set aside our private, personal time with Jesus during the crazy, busy holiday season, and embarrassingly, I have succumbed to that at times. But what you’re saying is that healing from emotional burnout and holiday exhaustion starts with being still with Jesus. It’s within the stillness with Jesus where we can be refreshed and guided for our next thing. We can ask the Holy Spirit to show us where we may have expectations that could lead to disappointment. I must continually remind myself that life is not a movie script, with perfectly plotted responses. There is no call for “Cut!” or “Go again.” Our family members deal with their own internal angsts, expectations, and disappointments, which clash with ours. If we start the day with Jesus and invite him into every part of our day, we can hold the good with the better and reveal both a Martha and a Mary side to our families and ourselves. Unmet expectations (of others and ourselves) can contribute to emotional exhaustion and holiday burnout. The best predictor of future behavior is past behavior, so we have to be intentional when we want to change course. Addressing expectations by making time with Jesus a priority during the holiday season is vital, but let’s turn our attention to some practical steps. One step we can do post-holiday is to ask our families what traditions or activities are important to them. We may be doing all the things, but maybe we don’t need too. Taking the time to talk about expectations, and adjusting them going forward both helps to heal, and create self-guards going forward. A second aspect that crucial for our healing from emotional exhaustion and holiday burnout is to Create space in your life to rest and recover. There’s no universal required day to take down the decorations and return the gift bags to their storage space. Lay on the couch post-Christmas and New Years. Turn off the lamps and turn on the Christmas lights. Take time to rejoice in Jesus coming to earth for you. Contemplate God with us. Be still and know he is God. Depending on how depleted, fatigued, or burned out you may feel, I would add to that to create a “recovery zone”. Pick a short window every day, even if only 10-20 minutes, where you intentionally do nothing that requires output. Instead, sit with a cozy drink, listen to calm music, step outside for a breath of fresh air. This sends your nervous system the message: “I am safe. I can rest.” The fourth suggestion we have for how to heal from emotional exhaustion and holiday burnout is where we can learn from Mary. I’d suggest a brief post-holiday evaluation can be very helpful by answering two questions. First, What wore you out? Second, What gave you life? Taking the time for a post-holiday evaluation helps heal from emotional burnout and holiday exhaustion because self-reflection helps our brain release what is internally keeping our mind in a state of stress, and is a way to prepare and protect your mental and emotional strength for the next year. This is where we realize where we may have lost sight of “God with us.” It’s easy to keep saying yes and to add more. Some years we have the capacity for a lot and other years we need to scale back. Three of my kids have birthdays in November, January, and February. Reserving energy for their births changed how I did Christmas, from the décor to the gifts to the food. And I discovered an important truth—it’s not so much what we do that makes Christmas special but the who. Who we are with and who we focus on. A fifth tip, which is really important, is to Replenish What Was Depleted. To do this, I would add a third question to the self-evaluation, and that is to ask yourself What did the holidays season drain the most? If it was sleep, commit to earlier nights for a week or two. If it was social energy, block out quiet evenings. If it was finances, enact a low-spend month or two. If it was emotions, journal what you carried and release it to God. We know that the level of emotional exhaustion or holiday burnout is different for everyone, and some years are worse than others, but with a shift in our perspective, a bit of self-reflection, communicating with our family, creating space to rest and recover, and intentionally replenishing what was depleted, we can experience healing from emotional burnout and holiday exhaustion. Scripture References: Psalm 46:11-12 “He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth. The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.” Luke 10:38-42 “As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!”41 “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, 42 but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” Recommended Resources: Reframing Rejection: How Looking Through a Different Lens Changes Everything By Jessica Van Roekel Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted by Dr. Michelle Bengtson The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner AWSA 2024 Golden Scroll Christian Living Book of the Year and the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Christian Living and Non-Fiction categories YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, AWSA Member of the Year, winner of the AWSA 2023 Inspirational Gift Book of the Year Award, the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Devotional category, the 2023 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in four categories, and the Christian Literary Awards Henri Award for Devotionals YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 1 YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 2 Revive & Thrive Women’s Online Conference Revive & Thrive Summit 2 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 1 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 2 Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the AWSA 2020 Best Christian Living Book First Place, the first place winner for the Best Christian Living Book, the 2020 Carolina Christian Writer’s Conference Contest winner for nonfiction, and winner of the 2021 Christian Literary Award’s Reader’s Choice Award in all four categories for which it was nominated (Non-Fiction Victorious Living, Christian Living Day By Day, Inspirational Breaking Free and Testimonial Justified by Grace categories.) YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide Free PDF Resource: How to Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Henri and Reader’s Choice Award Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award Free Webinar: Help for When You’re Feeling Blue Social Media Links for Host and Guest: Connect with Jessica Van Roekel: Website / Instagram / Facebook For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Sacred Scars / Order Book The Hem of His Garment / Order Book Today is Going to be a Good Day / Order Book Breaking Anxiety’s Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails / Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson) / LinkedIn / Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube / Podcast on Apple Co-Host: Jessica Van Roekel is a worship leader, speaker, and writer who believes that through Jesus, personal histories don’t need to define the present or determine the future. She inspires, encourages, and equips others to look at life through the lenses of hope, trust, and God’s transforming grace. Jessica lives in rural Iowa surrounded by wide open spaces which remind her of God’s expansive love. She loves fun earrings, good coffee, and connecting with others. Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever thought, “I'm done. I can't do this anymore.” — but you kept going anyway?In this episode of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis talk openly about parenting burnout, emotional exhaustion, comparison, pressure, and the moments when parenting feels heavier than expected.Through real stories — including moments of fear, danger, disappointment, sports pressure, emotional maturity, and seasons that take longer than expected — they remind parents that burnout doesn't mean you're failing… it means you need a reset, not a resignation.In this episode, you'll learn:Why parenting burnout is more common than we admitHow comparison and pressure intensify exhaustionWhy seasons of growth can take months or years — not minutesHow to reframe disappointment in sports, school, and behaviorWhy growth mindset matters more than outcomesHow faith anchors parents through overwhelming seasonsThe importance of having the right voices speaking into your life

In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany sits down with Logan Montague, an entrepreneur, coach, and founder of marketing agency Your Marketing BFF's, to discuss the journey from burnout to balance. Logan shares her story of starting an agency at 25 and the challenges she faced as it grew. She discusses her decision to scale back after feeling overwhelmed and how she's now building a life that aligns with her personal values.They explore the messy middle of business growth, the importance of setting boundaries, and how to balance ambition with self-care. Logan talks about her transition to a more sustainable freelance lifestyle and the lessons she's learned about maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Tiffany reflects on her own growth, helping Logan clarify his next steps while honoring her need for both personal and professional fulfillment.What You'll Learn:How to identify and overcome limiting beliefs that hold you back from growthWhy scaling your business too quickly can lead to burnout and what to do about itThe importance of defining personal and professional boundaries to achieve long-term successIf you're interested in working with Logan, check out this link:Your Marketing BFF's: www.yourmarketingbffs.comFor more from Tiffany:Are you a busy working mom looking to optimize your morning and evenings? Grab this FREE checklist: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Morning-Evening-Routine-ChecklistFollow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauderTimestamps:(00:00) Intro(01:27) Meet Logan: marketing agency founder(03:58) Burnout and challenges from scaling too quickly(04:46) Scaling back to find work-life balance(06:45) Personal growth during business transitions(13:57) Logan shares strategies for time management(22:09) How Logan plans and prioritizes her time(26:52) Navigating special projects and overcoming distractions(29:15) Balancing business growth with personal life(30:20) Staying disciplined with personal and professional goals(30:44) Using business principles for personal life balance(32:40) Life changes affecting priorities and business growth(35:09) Setting foundations for future success(35:44) Logan's transition to professional growth and coaching(38:36) Defining goals and setting boundaries for success(49:17) Pricing strategies for business growth(50:34) Implementing systems to manage boundaries and timeCheck out the sponsor of this episode:Created in partnership with Share Your Genius

Feeling heavy after the holidays is normal — this episode normalizes post-party burnout, winter sadness, and the resurfacing of family trauma. Grief, shame, and exhaustion are explored with compassion and practical reminders. You'll hear about somatic practices, simple daily rituals, breathing, movement, and community support that help you come back to your body, plus the mantra “I deserve to be here.” The episode closes with a reflection on taking turns in relationships and an invitation to a March Mindfulness Magic program.

"Business challenges don't always come in the form of major crises. Sometimes they show up as the small, everyday obstacles that feel overwhelming."In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession reflects on the power of prayer in navigating the day-to-day challenges of running a business. She shares a personal story of overcoming financial and technological struggles that seemed impossible to resolve on her own. Rather than relying solely on her own strength, Rebecca reveals how she learned to lean into faith, asking for divine guidance in even the smallest decisions, from accounting software to client meetings.Through her experiences, Rebecca discusses the concept of spiritual opposition and how it can feel like a sign that you're on the right path. She also highlights the importance of patience, trusting that God's timing and intervention will guide you to the right solutions. This episode offers practical advice for entrepreneurs who want to integrate faith into their work, reminding them that God is present in both the triumphs and the challenges. It's a beautiful call to surrender the stress of business ownership and trust that help is always there, whether in the form of people, clarity, or divine direction.In this episode, you'll learn:How to navigate the small, everyday obstacles in business that feel overwhelming Why leaning into prayer and trusting God's guidance can bring claritySimple ways to release stress and allowing faith to lead you through challenging situations in your businessThings to listen for:(00:00) Introduction to the concept of meaningful work and profitable success(00:43) Reflecting on the new year and setting intentions(00:53) Experiencing unexpected divine support(01:10) The power of prayer in everyday business decisions(02:07) Overcoming spiritual opposition and challenges in business(04:17) A series of unexpected setbacks and frustrations(05:38) Finding the right support and guidance during tough times(06:54) Embracing faith and patience over a stressful weekend(08:18) Experiencing divine intervention in a pivotal moment(11:24) How answered prayers and affirmation transforms rough situationsConnect with Rebecca:https://www.rebeccafleetwoodhession.com/

In this special workshop-style episode of The Simple and Smart SEO Show, Crystal Waddell guides you through creating a one-page vision board for 2026 that blends your business goals, SEO priorities, and personal life — without overwhelm.Whether you're a Shopify seller, creative entrepreneur, or service-based business owner, this episode gives you space to reflect, reset, and move into 2026 with clarity and confidence.✨ Grab a pen, some paper, and about 45 minutes — and let's map out where your energy is going next.⏱️ Timestamps0:37 – Blending SEO goals with personal and business goals1:27 – You don't have to choose between being a boss and having peace2:06 – Meet Crystal + her teacher-era vision board story3:36 – Why multiple vision boards didn't work4:20 – How to prepare for the workshop (and protect your focus)4:56 – Choosing your Word of the Year5:52 – Turning your word into emotions + actions6:51 – Guided reflection: how you want to feel at the end of 20267:31 – What habit or mindset you're releasing8:14 – Skills and experiences you're saying yes to9:24 – Creating your vision board in Canva (one-slide rule!)11:16 – Section 1: Casting your vision12:24 – Section 2: Business visibility & SEO strategy15:04 – Sections 3 & 4: Personal goals + business goal tracking18:00 – Using your vision board as daily guidance18:45 – How to share your vision board + what's coming next

You are never wrong for being worried about your child. You are allowed to ask questions, ask for help, and ask for another set of eyes. Advocacy is not confrontation, it is care. And the doctors caring for your family are human too, carrying both expertise and emotion into every room they enter. In this episode, I sit down with pediatric ER physician and creator Dr. Beachgem for a wide-ranging, honest conversation about what families often misunderstand about emergency care, how to advocate for yourself and your child in the hospital, and what it really looks like to practice medicine on both sides of the stretcher. And yes, we also talk about The Pitt, why it resonates so deeply with healthcare workers, and why humanizing medicine matters more than ever. We discuss: • What pediatric ER doctors really want parents to know before walking into the ER • Why waiting in the ER does not mean no one cares • How and when to advocate for a second opinion in the hospital • What “Condition H” or rapid response means for patients and families • How social media has changed how doctors listen to patients • Why ER doctors often see risk differently than outpatient pediatricians • Common injuries ER doctors wish families understood better • The emotional toll of emergency medicine and how clinicians cope • Why humanizing doctors matters for the future of healthcare • What gives hope in a system that feels broken To connect with Dr. Beachgem follow her on Instagram @dr.beachgem10 and check out all her resources at linktr.ee/beachgem10  00:00 – The emotional weight ER doctors carry01:00 – Why this episode, and why The Pitt hits so hard02:40 – What medical dramas get right (and wrong) about the ER03:45 – Meet Dr. Beachgem, training, career, and why she creates content07:30 – Burnout, misinformation, and why showing up online matters09:20 – Advocacy as a patient, when speaking up saves lives12:50 – Condition H and how to ask for a second opinion in the hospital14:05 – What parents often misunderstand about ER wait times16:15 – Triage explained, why waiting doesn't mean no one cares18:15 – Risk colored glasses, injuries ER doctors never forget22:00 – Trampolines, e-bikes, helmets, and real-world safety patterns26:10 – Why The Pitt humanizes medicine better than most shows31:00 – COVID flashbacks, grief, and emotional survival in the ER36:35 – Coping with loss, compartmentalization, and burnout43:30 – What gives ER doctors hope, and a message for parents Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

High performers often feel drained even when life is working. In this episode, Julie Holly explains why always being “on” exhausts your nervous system — and how identity-level recalibration restores energy without disengaging from leadership.Why do high performers feel tired even when nothing is technically wrong?In this episode of The Recalibration, Julie Holly explores the hidden cost of always being “on” — a state that often looks like strength, leadership, and responsibility, but quietly drains capacity over time.Many high-capacity humans experience a unique kind of exhaustion that doesn't come from overwork alone. It shows up as decision fatigue, role confusion, success without fulfillment, and a persistent sense of being depleted despite competence and momentum. This episode names what's happening beneath the surface: vigilance — a nervous system state designed for short bursts of readiness that has quietly become a way of life.Julie unpacks the science behind vigilance and explains how three invisible loads stack over time:cognitive load from constant decision-makingemotional load from holding others and managing impactidentity load from sustaining the version of yourself that keeps everything workingThis isn't burnout caused by failure or weakness. It's fatigue caused by adaptation.The episode also highlights Rosalind Brewer as a living example of calm authority in high-pressure environments. Her leadership demonstrates that presence and regulation do not dilute power — they stabilize it.Throughout the conversation, Julie differentiates Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR) from mindset tactics, productivity hacks, or surface-level rest strategies. ILR doesn't ask you to disengage or do less. It works at the root — recalibrating identity so the nervous system no longer relies on tension to maintain effectiveness. This is the recalibration that makes every other tool work again.If you've ever felt capable and depleted at the same time…If success feels heavier than it should…If you're longing for relief without losing your edge…This episode offers clarity, permission, and a path forward.Today's Micro RecalibrationWhere am I staying “on” because it's familiar — not because it's required? No fixing. No forcing rest. Just awareness — because awareness gives your system new options.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things

What are you leaving behind in 2026? What do you want to let go of that's been holding you back? Today's top story is Break Before Burnout. Question of the week is What are you leaving behind in 2026? What do you want to let go of that's been holding you back? Join the Sell More Books Show Afterparty group on Facebook and answer the Question of the Week in the comment section. Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Burnout doesn't usually come from caring too much. It comes from carrying too much for too long. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Melanie Gray to talk about trauma-informed leadership, nervous system overload, and how nonprofit leaders can respond to stress with clarity instead of reactivity. We unpack how to spot burnout early, set real boundaries, and build cultures of care that support both your people and your mission without pretending yoga fixes everything. Episode Highlights 02:28 Dr. Gray's background and personal story 05:07 What trauma-informed care really means 08:54 Stress and burnout in nonprofit leadership 10:43 Setting boundaries and managing capacity 20:49 Building a trauma-informed nonprofit culture Meet the Guest My guest for this episode is Dr. Melanie Gray   Dr. Melanie Gray is a PhD-prepared nurse, educator, and trauma-informed leadership consultant with more than 25 years of experience in healthcare and higher education. She specializes in helping mission-driven leaders prevent burnout, lead with emotional integrity, and create cultures of care that sustain both people and purpose.   Grounded in neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and systems thinking, Dr. Gray translates complex research on stress, the nervous system, and emotional labor into practical tools nonprofit leaders can use in real time. Her work bridges theory and practice—offering evidence-informed strategies that honor human limits while advancing organizational impact.   Drawing on her background in nursing leadership, curriculum design, and frontline experience in high-acuity environments, she equips leaders to recognize signs of nervous-system overload—in themselves and their teams—and to respond with clarity rather than reactivity. Her approach emphasizes that sustainable leadership begins with psychological safety, nervous-system regulation, and realistic boundaries at every level of the organization.   Through keynotes, workshops, and coaching, Dr. Gray teaches that caring for the caregivers is not a luxury—it is a strategic imperative for retention, innovation, and long-term mission success. During the Inspired Nonprofit Leadership Podcast, Dr. Gray will share actionable insights on: Leading on Fumes: Recognizing early warning signs of burnout and practical first steps to reverse the trend. Cultures of Care: How to embed trauma-informed principles into communication, supervision, and organizational norms.   Regulated Leadership: Simple, science-backed regulation tools that help leaders hold space for others without sacrificing their own well-being.   Connect with Dr. Melanie: https://www.facebook.com/melanie.gray.550422 https://www.instagram.com/drmelaniewellnesscoach/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577286124894 https://x.com/MelanietheRN https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmelaniegray/ www.DrMelanieGrayTheConfidenceCoach.com Sponsored Resource Join the Inspired Nonprofit Leadership Newsletter for weekly tips and inspiration for leading your nonprofit! Access it here >> Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated!   Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

Send us a textIf you are starting the New Year focused on getting healthy, losing weight, and finally feeling consistent with your wellness habits, this episode is for you.In this episode, Jenn Trepeck shares her refreshingly simple approach to health and wellness, inspired by her book Uncomplicating Wellness. With years of experience as a health coach, Jenn helps listeners cut through the noise of online wellness trends and influencer advice, and instead focus on what actually works long term.Rather than extreme diets or constantly starting over, Jenn explains how to build sustainable habits that support weight loss, energy, digestion, and mental clarity without overwhelm. This conversation is especially helpful for anyone who feels confused by conflicting nutrition advice or stuck in an all or nothing cycle with food and health.What You Will Learn in This Episode• How to simplify your wellness routine without sacrificing results• Why nutrient diversity matters more than restriction for weight loss• The role minerals and electrolytes play in hydration and metabolism• How to define personal wellness goals that actually fit your life• Common wellness myths and why trendy health advice often backfires• How elimination diets work and when they may or may not be helpful• Daily wellness habits that support fat loss and energy• Mindset shifts that help prevent stress eating• How to navigate the New Year without the start over mentalityWhy This Episode Matters for the New YearThe New Year often comes with pressure to reset, detox, or overhaul everything at once. Jenn encourages a different approach rooted in clarity, consistency, and self trust. Instead of chasing trends, you will learn how to support your body in a way that feels realistic and empowering.Connect with Jenn TrepeckInstagram Facebook Twitter TikTok@JennTrepeckInstagram@saladwithasideoffriespodWebsitewww.asaladwithasideoffries.comFind Jess below!Website: Simply Jess Skincare SIMPLY JESS SKINCARE:Each and every product is naturally derived, highly concentrated and most importantly, super performing! Every product was born out of a need to have a truly pure product that met my high standards for efficacy. Subscribe to Our Newsletter! You can take 20% off Your Order of our all natural skincare line with code: PODCAST Shop Now! Favorite Supplements for Health and Fat loss: Click HERE Favorite Mouth and Face Tape- Use Code JESSICAITURZAETA15 for 15% off Click Here My favorites are the Power Greens, Digestive Enzymes and Brain Power Mushroom Coffee-15% off with Code: SIMPLYJESSSKINCARE15 Click HereEmail Us! jess@learningtoglow.comFollow us! Instagram Tik Tok

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. Happy New Year. This week's Drum Panel features me, Ben Hilzinger, alongside George Martinez (aka @skinnygeorge) and Eric Urrea from Marina City. In this episode, we talk about: Burnout as a signal, not a failure, and how to tell when you actually need to step back The success trap of linking worth to being busy, and how scarcity thinking keeps you stuck Dependability, kindness, and the invisible parts of your reputation that shape your career Grace under pressure, and what tech failures and bad shows reveal about who you are on stage Confidence without arrogance, and how to take your craft seriously without taking yourself too seriously --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

Burnout has become so common that many people don't even recognize it until their energy, focus, or emotional health begins to suffer. In this episode of Sisterhood of Sweat, Linda Mitchell sits down with licensed clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and LiveWell Behavioral Health founder Dr. Mike Ronsisvalle. With more than 21 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, and burnout, Dr. Mike shares practical, science-backed tools for building real resilience that lasts. This conversation explores how emotional health, movement, and faith-based wellness work together to support long-term wellbeing—without sacrificing ambition or performance. Dr. Mike breaks down how chronic stress shows up in daily life, the early warning signs of burnout, and simple ways to calm the nervous system on high-pressure days. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or running on empty, this episode offers grounded strategies you can start using today to protect your energy, strengthen your mindset, and move forward with clarity. Connect with Dr. Mike Ronsisvalle https://www.livewellbehavioralhealth.com/ https://www.instagram.com/livewellbehavioralhealth/ https://www.facebook.com/LiveWellBehavioralHealth/ https://www.facebook.com/mike.ronsisvalle/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mike-ronsisvalle-08366a7a/ Learn more about Dr. Mike's book, Stress Relief for Life: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Stress+Relief+for+Life+Mike+Ronsisvalle Get the app! https://www.livewell-coaching.com/offers/wNUroKM5?coupon_code=LINDA50 for 50% off the first 3 months.  Use code LINDA50

In this engaging conversation, Aaron Washington discusses his journey in the real estate industry, highlighting the unique advantages of his business, the challenges faced in the current market, and the importance of legacy and relationships in real estate. He shares insights on effective time management strategies and expresses excitement about future opportunities in new construction.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode, Daniel Calderon shares insights into his journey in the real estate marketing industry, emphasizing the importance of providing motivated seller appointments and streamlining processes for investors. He discusses the significance of consistency, personal branding, and the impact of psychology on business success. Daniel also highlights the future of real estate in the context of AI and the necessity for content creation to nurture leads effectively. His advice encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to focus on action and resilience in their endeavors.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Send us a textPinterest has changed — and if your strategy hasn't, it can feel frustrating fast. In this episode, Jen breaks down what actually works on Pinterest right now, what to stop doing, and how service providers can get consistent traffic without burning out. Simple strategies, clear guidance, and real-life Pinterest marketing.ALL LINKS MENTIONED: 

In this episode of Fit, Fueled, and Busy, the host discusses the importance of proper nutrition in preventing burnout, particularly for high-achieving women. Emphasizing the impact of balanced meals on cognitive performance, productivity, and emotional resilience, she provides practical tips for incorporating protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats into breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The host shares her personal favorites and encourages listeners to consider how better fueling their bodies can support their goals and daily lives. Additionally, she invites listeners to commit to properly fueling at least one meal a day and observe the benefits.00:00 Welcome and New Year Reflections00:48 The Importance of Nutrition for High Achievers02:18 Starting Your Day with a Balanced Breakfast05:25 The Power of a Proper Lunch Break08:10 Balanced Snacks for Sustained Energy09:02 Ending Your Day with a Nourishing Dinner10:50 Final Thoughts and Action Steps Thanks for listening, we hope you enjoyed it. Join our 28 Day Strength and Nutrition Jumpstart Program here. Grab our FREE fast food guide here. Book a FREE strategy call here. Reserve your spot with a Couture Coach: Buy a 1:1 coaching packageSign up for our FREE newsletter here.Follow us for more tips, tricks, and support in our private Facebook Group, Boost Your Metabolism After Age 30.Follow us on Instagram @couture_fitness_coachingCheck at our website and blog. Want customized plan for boosting your metabolism? Learn more about our 1:1 coaching

What does it really take for women to break free from burnout and reclaim their health, confidence, and power? In this episode of The Health Disparities Podcast, we sit down with fitness entrepreneur and wellness leader Tyneka Pack, Founder & CEO of IMPACKT Fitness, to explore how movement can transform not just bodies, but entire careers and communities. Tyneka shares how her own journey through exhaustion and imbalance fueled her mission to help women lead with strength, clarity, and sustainability. From dismantling fitness myths to building workplace cultures that actually support well‑being, she breaks down what true wellness looks like—beyond the gym and beyond the highlight reel. She also reflects on the systemic barriers that shape women's health, the importance of accessible wellness spaces, and why taking imperfect action is the key to lasting change. Plus: Upcoming events you won't want to miss How organizations can champion health equity Why more women are finally prioritizing their health and wealth Never miss an episode—subscribe to The Health Disparities Podcast on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you listen.

In "From Burnout To Freedom With Small Teams And Seller Financing," Jenn & Joe Delle Fave share how they transformed their real estate journey from burnout and oversized operations into a lean, profitable creative finance business focused on freedom, family, and great terms. They break down Jen's transition from teaching to full-time investing, Joe's shift into creative finance after being capped by banks, the $100-down 0% interest deal that changed everything, and why they chose fewer, bigger, higher-quality deals over high-volume chaos. They also reveal how they structure seller finance terms, work remotely while traveling, avoid risky flips and thin wholesale fees, navigate today's high-rate market, and use masterminds and mentorship to accelerate results—all while building a business designed to support their life, not the other way around. _______________________________ If you want to learn how to run your business in 5 hours or less.... Go to https://www.5HourBusiness.com Subscribe to my YouTube channel:    / @tonyjavierbiz   And if you're into flying and want to follow my Aviation journey, check out my other YouTube channel at    / @tonyjaviertv   _______________________________ Follow me on Social Media: Tiktok -   / tonyjavier.tv   Instagram -   / tonyjavier.tv   Facebook Personal -   / tonyejavier   Facebook Business -   / realtonyjavier   ________________________________________ If you want to dominate your Real Estate Market with TV commercials, go here: https://www.ClaimMyMarket.com If you want to connect with me and my network, go to https://tonyjavier.com/connect If you want to check out Tony's Real Estate Resources and Vendors go to https://www.TonyJavier.com/resources ________________________________________ Tony is the owner of an INC 5000-rated Real Estate Investment Company. He has been featured in Bigger Pockets, Wholesaling INC, Steve Trang's Real Estate Disruptors, Joe Fairless' Best Ever Podcast, and many other top podcasts and platforms. When Tony is not working on his business, he enjoys flying his plane. You can see videos on that and how he uses airplanes to save money on taxes. Don't forget to like the video, comment, subscribe to my channel, and share this with a friend if I'm doing my job and providing value to you and your network. If I'm not doing my job please let me know in the comments how I can be better, your feedback is greatly appreciated. See you in the next video!

How can understanding neuroscience transform your decision-making and productivity? In this episode of Productivity Smarts, Gerald J. Leonard sits down with Cherian Koshy, author of Neuro Giving: The Science of Donor Decision Making, for a thought-provoking conversation that explores how neuroscience, decision science, and generosity shape productivity, leadership, and burnout prevention. Cherian shares how decades of work in nonprofit leadership led him to uncover the hidden neurological drivers behind trust, motivation, and decision-making. Together, Gerald and Cherian unpack why humans are not rational beings but rationalizing ones, and how understanding the brain's shortcuts can immediately improve focus, energy management, and meaningful work. The conversation dives into reframing productivity, aligning work with purpose, avoiding burnout through intentional structure, and designing environments where creativity and collaboration thrive. Cherian explains how urgency and constant stress drain the brain, why rest and downtime are essential for creativity, and how leaders can build trust-based cultures that unlock collective intelligence. This episode is a powerful reminder that productivity isn't about doing more. It's about working in harmony with how the brain actually functions.  If you're interested in learning more about how to influence and persuade or work with people based on how their brains work and not against it, this episode is a must listen. What We Discuss [00:00] Introduction to Cherian Koshy [04:32] Origins of Neurogiving and its research-driven approach [05:17] Book success as a USA Today bestseller [06:55] Emotions in decision-making and rationalizing afterward [08:42] Applying neurogiving concepts to employee time and commitment [10:17] How decision science improves productivity [10:33] The brain as a low-battery phone: heuristics and energy management [12:14] Heuristics and reframing habits [14:43] Reframing identity and limiting beliefs [15:48] Avoiding burnout through meaning and relief valves [19:26] Prioritizing needle-moving tasks with a "vacation tomorrow" hack [21:44] Neuroscience of creativity: space, rest, and eliminating distractions [26:40] Designing trust-based work environments for focus and collaboration [31:11] Donor identity, trust, and parallels to employee engagement [33:54] Tools for building team trust and ownership [36:41] Value of handwriting and planners for offloading the brain [37:20] One key idea: Mindfulness of subconscious shortcuts [39:00] Closing remarks   Notable Quotes [07:19] "We're not rational beings, we're rationalizing beings." – Cherian Koshy [10:38] "The brain is like a cell phone that's always working under 1% battery life." – Cherian Koshy [13:10] "Reframing the things that we don't want to do as key concepts." – Cherian Koshy (referencing Owen Fitzpatrick) [18:53] "Burnout requires your brain to be able to see the place where it has urgency sees hope or a relief valve." – Cherian Koshy [22:53] "Our brains actually need rest and downtime in order to create." – Cherian Koshy [27:34] "Create an environment where they create curiosity amongst team members." – Cherian Koshy [37:29] "We're less in control of how our brains work than we think we are." – Cherian Koshy Resources Cherian Koshy Website: https://www.cheriankoshy.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheriankoshy/ Book – Neuro Giving: The Science of Donor Decision Making Productivity Smarts Podcast Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com Gerald J. Leonard Website - geraldjleonard.com Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard   Mentioned in the episode: Daniel Kahneman (System 1 & System 2 thinking) Atomic Habits by James Clear Owen Fitzpatrick (Behavioral Scientist) Exactly What to Say by Phil Jones Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopminds

In this episode of The Art of Being Well, Dr. Will Cole sits down with iconic beauty founder Bobbi Brown to talk about reinvention, resilience, and redefining success on your own terms. Bobbi shares her journey from Midwest beginnings to building Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, selling to Estée Lauder, and eventually starting over with Jones Road. They explore confidence, wellness, burnout, bioindividuality, aging, and why listening to your body matters more than following rigid rules. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit http://www.drwillcole.com/podcastPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Our Place is having their biggest sale of the year right now! Save up to 35% site wide now through January 12th. Head to from our place.com/WILLCOLE to see why more than a million people have made the switch to Our Place kitchenware. And with their 100-day risk-free trial, free shipping, and free returns, you can shop with total confidence.Shop the Our Place Holiday Sale right now, no code needed. Use code WILLCOLE at puori.com/WILLCOLE to get 32% off Puori Grass-fed Whey Protein when you start a subscription. In addition, you get a free shaker worth $25 on your first subscription order, which brings total savings to $49.You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/WILLCOLE and using code WILLCOLE at checkout. Go to CLEARSTEM.com/WILLCOLE and use code WILLCOLE at check out for 15% off your first order. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.