Delving into the root causes of burnout, Shahzia highlights the pervasive influence of white supremacy culture in perpetuating urgency, perfectionism, and a lack of space for vulnerability. She underscores the disproportionate impact on marginalized individuals, particularly women of color, who often face heightened expectations and systemic barriers in male-dominated industries.

Katrina shares her journey, emphasizing her commitment to living beyond stereotypes and embracing imperfection. As a driven professional turned entrepreneur and devoted family woman, she's passionate about challenging societal norms and empowering others to prioritize their well-being amidst the pressures of modern life.

Reflecting on the prevalence of burnout, we explore societal shifts and evolving expectations over the past decades. We discuss the importance of naming and acknowledging burnout, empowering individuals to recognize and address their own experiences for what they truly are. From the impact of social media to the internal pressure of perfectionism, Carol emphasizes the need for self-compassion amid societal pressures.

Dani opens up about her decision to step back and take a pause on her pregnancy journey, revealing it as a survival strategy born from a place of overwhelming stress. She reflects on the suppression and lack of healing in this choice, shedding light on the complexities of navigating burnout amidst life’s challenges.

In this episode we delve into the complexities of career sacrifice, pregnancy loss, and the neurological pathways that stifle women's voices and lead to burnout. Today’s guest shares her deeply personal journey and insights, shedding light on the systemic suppression of women's voices and the profound impact of the "Better Not" reflex.

Our guests note a shift in how teachers are perceived post-Covid. While fortunate to work in a positive environment, they acknowledge the pressures of societal expectations, rapid pace, and the changing curriculum, with teachers being excluded from the important decisions being made.

Lindsay stresses the importance for teachers to be authentic with their students’ parents. Parents need to recognize that teachers are human too, dealing with their own families and challenges, while also helping grow and educate our children. Communicating from shared experiences helps build understanding and support for both educators and parents.

Cali does not claim to be an expert in this area, but as a working parent and educator, she has firsthand knowledge of how modern-day stressors are affecting teachers. She shares that education tends to attract people who care a lot, have very high standards for themselves, and love learning, which pushes them to keep up with all the latest information and learning strategies. Couple that with all the daily stressors at work, and teachers all over the world are struggling to find the joy that led them to teaching.

Welcome to the Educator Series! In this episode, Tevi sits down with her dear friend, Lindsay Morhart, a seasoned educator and administrator with 22 years of teaching experience. Lindsay sheds light on the challenges faced by educators, especially in the context of burnout and the ever-evolving landscape of education.

50% of female employees and 53% of managers said they were burned out at work. That’s half the work force! If you’re an executive or a leader in an organization and you are not doing anything to combat burnout, get off your a$$ and start doing something!

Brandi breaks down burnout from her perspective, unveiling its complex layers beyond the workplace. Burnout isn’t just job-related; it’s a state of suffering. It’s a heavy weight on the soul…

Can you believe it’s 2024? As we step into this New Year, let’s shake off the burnout blues and dive into a fresh, fun, and fabulous mindset. It’s time for us to re-write the script on well-being and recognize burnout for what it is – a wakeup call. A call to take action and embrace self-care like we never have before. 2024 is the year that I - and I hope to inspire you too as well - plan to live life lit! 🔥

Jen challenges the idea of hustle culture, advocating instead for balance and self-care. She unravels the science behind burnout – chasing those needed dopamine hits – and suggests instead the high value of getting enough sleep. Burnout can creep in when…

Jen drops some truth bombs about how her passions have evolved throughout her life. Her story encourages us not to feel guilty when what we once loved no longer lights us up anymore, and to follow through on the things that we are strongly drawn to.

April highlights two significant burnout periods in her life. Discovering that existing systems weren’t built for women, especially working moms, led her to leave her corporate career and branch out on her own. I strongly believe that we need more women led startups in the world to drive systemic change. The more startups we have, the more change we can create to ease the burden on the women coming after us.

Courtney works as a communications manager, and is married with two kids, ages 8 and 10. As someone who has struggled through burnout herself, she is excited to be a part of this platform that will help others feel seen and understood in their struggle.

Meriya, a trusted former colleague, brings a wealth of wisdom to our discussion on burnout. As a leader, mother of two teenagers, and a board member for Big Brothers and Sisters, she is deeply committed to enabling people to be their best. Today’s discussion centers around leaders and their teams, and how we can work with our teams so they avoid burnout.

In this episode, Mandy shares her personal journey with us, highlighting a pivotal moment that led to her experience with burnout. The term "burnout" may be sensationalized, but Mandy stresses the importance of understanding its profound effects beyond conventional self-care measures.

Tawny is an intuitive healer and a medium. She was a help to me in my own healing through my burnout journey, making sure that my values were aligned with what I was doing, and who I was showing up to be in the world. Let’s get into the conversation.

One of the initial signs of burnout for Karissa was struggling to sleep, and having wild dreams if she did sleep. She knew she should book an appointment with her doctor, but she was scared to admit it, worrying her career would be on the line if she wasn’t strong enough to stay. Eventually, she made the appointment and found the help she needed, but it required being vulnerable.