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Give Yourself Some Leeway: Burnout Recovery for High Achievers
Give Yourself Some Leeway: Burnout Recovery for High Achievers
Author: Eugene Lee
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Give Yourself Some Leeway is a podcast for high-achievers ready to recover from burnout and find balance again.
Hosted by high-performance coach Eugene Lee, the show dives into honest stories, expert tips, and real-life tools for building balance, purpose, and sustainable success.
Each episode explores how to manage stress, rebuild focus, and create space for growth without sacrificing ambition.
It’s about creating space for reflection, renewal, and purpose; because your best work comes when you feel your best.
Hosted by high-performance coach Eugene Lee, the show dives into honest stories, expert tips, and real-life tools for building balance, purpose, and sustainable success.
Each episode explores how to manage stress, rebuild focus, and create space for growth without sacrificing ambition.
It’s about creating space for reflection, renewal, and purpose; because your best work comes when you feel your best.
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Raj Khedun from London, UK is an inspired manager at Keep Fit Kingdom, which has a mission to help a billion people reach 100 years happily and to realize the healthiest version of themselves! He's an avid wellbeing and transformation coach having specialized in relationship coaching for 15 years.
He's also the inventor of the 3:3 Metaverse Breathing Method, which dramatically reduces stress and anxiety within 1-3 minutes and is proving to be highly effective in healing insomnia.
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In this episode, Eugene Lee discusses the struggle between the pressure to achieve more and the desire to opt out of the grind, a phenomenon known as 'lying flat' or 'Tang ping.' He explores the consequences of both burnout and disengagement, emphasizing the importance of finding a middle ground through intentional effort and meaningful rest. The conversation highlights the need for balance in pursuing personal growth while maintaining well-being.Key Takeaways:You're wired to do more, but it can leave you tired.Lying flat might seem peaceful but can lead to dissatisfaction.Burnout and disengagement both sabotage growth.We need to feel like we're moving towards something meaningful.Choosing meaningful effort is essential for satisfaction.Rest should be intentional, not mindless scrolling.Setting a standard of 'enough' helps manage expectations.You can want a big life while protecting your well-being.Effort is not the enemy; over-identifying with output is.Live life with intention and authenticity.Chapters00:00 The Pressure to Achieve More06:02 Finding Balance: The Middle Ground09:29 Living with Intention and Meaning
Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It builds quietly — through exhaustion that sleep doesn’t fix, emotional numbness, declining focus, physical stress symptoms, and eventually a loss of meaning.In this video, you’ll learn:• The 5 early warning signs of burnout• Why high-performers miss the early signals• What chronic stress does to your nervous system• Practical reset actions for each stage• How to prevent burnout before it spiralsIf you’ve been feeling constantly tired, mentally foggy, irritable, detached, or questioning why you’re doing what you’re doing — this episode is for you.Burnout recovery is much easier when you catch it early.Watch until the end for the Meaning Audit exercise.
🚨 HATE hard work? Your BROKEN motivation can be FIXED FOREVER with neuroscience-backed intrinsic motivation hacks.In this Give Yourself Some Leeway episode, Eugene Lee breaks down the 5 core drivers that make you CRAVE challenge: Curiosity, Mastery, Autotelicity, Purpose, Autonomy. Ditch extrinsic burnout (money, deadlines) for renewable Flow State fuel used by elite performers.🔥 **Discover:**• Why "hype motivation" always fails (science explained)• 5 intrinsic drivers neuroscience PROVEN to work• Daily 2-min audit to unlock unstoppable drive• Curiosity, Mastery, Purpose hacks (immediate fixes)• From snooze spirals → Flow State mastery💡 **CHALLENGE:** Rate your 5 drivers (1-10). Fix the lowest one TODAY.🔔 **Subscribe for high-performance mindset resets:**👉 https://www.youtube.com/@EugeneLeeway#IntrinsicMotivation #FlowState #Neuroscience #HighPerformance #MotivationHacks #Productivity #EugeneLee #BurnoutRecovery
🚨 Why does change ALWAYS feel so hard? It's not discipline or motivation - it's your IDENTITY holding you back.In this Give Yourself Some Leeway episode, Eugene Lee reveals identity-based habit formation: why high achievers succeed long-term while others quit. Learn the Reality Loop connection, and a 5-minute daily practice that rewires your self-image for effortless consistency.🔥 **Key Insights:**• Actions = "votes" for your identity• Why forcing habits fails (science-backed)• 4-step Identity Shift (start today)• "What would that person do in 5 minutes?"⏱️ What's YOUR new identity? Drop it below!🔔 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ @eugene.leeway
🚨 Your self-talk is silently KILLING your success. The "Reality Loop" explains why most people talk themselves out of their dreams — and how high achievers break free.In this *Give Yourself Some Leeway* episode, Eugene Lee reveals how your words create a self-fulfilling prophecy that either builds success or guarantees failure.🔥 **Discover:**• What is the Reality Loop (Step-by-step breakdown)• 3 simple word swaps that rewire your brain for success• "I have to" → "I get to" (instant energy shift)• How Sarah talked herself out of her dream business• Daily practice to escape limiting language forever⏱️ **Timestamps:**00:00 – Your words = Your reality01:30 – The Reality Loop explained04:15 – Sarah's story: Skills trapped by self-talk07:20 – Science of self-talk feedback loops10:45 – 3 word swaps that change everything14:30 – Daily practice to break free17:10 – Final wake-up call for high achievers💡 **QUICK CHALLENGE:** What's ONE limiting phrase you say daily? Replace it with possibility in the comments!🔔 **Subscribe for weekly mindset resets:**👉 https://www.youtube.com/@Eugene.Leeway#SelfTalk #RealityLoop #MindsetShift #HighPerformance #SuccessMindset #PersonalGrowth #EugeneLee #GiveYourselfSomeLeeway #LimitingBeliefs #HighAchiever
🚨 BILLIONAIRE Alex Hormozi admits he's UNFULFILLED despite massive success. Tony Robbins coaches him LIVE on the Push vs Pull motivation secret that changes everything for high achievers.In this episode of *Give Yourself Some Leeway*, Eugene Lee breaks down the Alex Hormozi + Tony Robbins interview — revealing what separates sustainable success from burnout.🔥 **What You'll Learn:**• Why "push motivation" (duty, willpower) builds empires but leaves you numb• "Pull motivation" (purpose, joy) that makes hard work feel renewable• How to swap "have to" → "get to" for instant energy shifts• 80/20 rule for long-term achievement• Analytical vs Anabolic mindset — head vs heart for high performers⏱️ 👉 **WATCH the full Alex + Tony interview:** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xz-ymFOhBAE💡 **QUICK CHALLENGE:** What's ONE "have to" you can change to "get to" today?🔔 Subscribe for weekly breakdowns of what top performers do differently: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@eugene.leeway?sub_confirmation=1
Empathetic leadership, modern leadership, and burnout in the workplace - this episode explores the “empathy gap” and why so many well‑intentioned leaders still leave their people feeling unseen, disconnected, and exhausted. Learn how to move beyond metrics, re‑humanize leadership, and build real psychological safety so your team can thrive, not just perform.
Are you tired of setting New Year’s resolutions that fizzle out by February? In this episode of Give Yourself Some Leeway, high‑performance coach Eugene Lee reveals why resolutions fail and what actually works to create real, lasting change. You’ll learn how to build identity‑based habits, create sustainable momentum, and design a rhythm that fits your life instead of chasing motivation.Tune in to discover:- Why traditional resolutions collapse under pressure.- The difference between forced goals and aligned action.- A simple 3‑step reset to build habits that stick all year long.If you’re ready to make 2026 the year of balance, focus, and follow‑through , this episode will show you how to start. **Timestamps:**00:00 - Intro & Why Resolutions Fail02:15 - The Psychology of Motivation05:30 - Resolutions vs Rhythms09:45 - 3-Step Habit System13:20 - Closing & Takeaway
In this episode, Eugene Lee welcomes Diana Stelin, an artist and creativity coach, to explore how creativity can serve as a powerful antidote to burnout. Diana shares her personal journey from managing an art gallery and struggling with overwhelming stress to rediscovering herself through art.Learn how creative expression, even in small doses like doodling or quick sketching, can help reset the mind, relieve anxiety, and reconnect with your inner child.Listeners will discover the SPARK method, a practical framework for using creativity in everyday life to stay present, pay attention, allow play, release outcomes, and practice kindness toward oneself.Diana discusses the stigma around creativity in high-pressure environments, how embracing mistakes fosters growth, and why making space for fun and play is vital for mental health and resilience.Whether dealing with burnout, seeking new coping tools, or wanting to unlock creative potential for deeper self-awareness and balance, this episode offers valuable insights and accessible exercises to rejuvenate mind and spirit.Episode Highlights:Diana’s personal story of burnout and healing through artThe SPARK method: Staying Present, Paying Attention, Allowing Play, Releasing outcomes, and Being KindOvercoming stigma and fear around creative expressionHow creative play fosters productivity and mental well-beingSimple 2-3 minute creativity exercises to reduce stressWhy nurturing the inner child is key to authentic livingConnect with Diana Stelin:https://www.dianastelin.com/https://www.instagram.com/diana_stelin/https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-stelin/P.S. My goal for 2025 is CONNECTIONHere's how we can connect right now:https://calendly.com/eugene-leeway/linkedingiveyourselfsomeleeway.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lee-one/Instagram @eugene.leeway
In this inspiring episode, Eugene Lee sits down with Mirah Young, author of "The Mirror Method," to explore the challenges high achievers face with imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and burnout. Mirah shares her personal journey of feeling stuck despite outward success and how journaling and self-reflection became her path to authenticity and self-leadership.Discover how the Mirror Method - a blend of scripture, personal stories, and journaling - can help you reset, reflect, and reconnect with your true self beyond titles and labels.Gain practical insights on overcoming the pressure to perform, the importance of vulnerability (especially for men), and strategies for establishing small daily habits like journaling and smiling to foster resilience. Mirah also opens up about her life-changing car accident, reflecting on the power of positivity and grace in moments of hardship. This episode emphasizes the significance of stepping back from distractions like social media to lead a purposeful, authentic life.Whether you're grappling with burnout, seeking deeper self-awareness, or wanting to reclaim your creativity and joy, this episode offers a compassionate guide to giving yourself leeway in a world that demands performance.Episode Highlights:The Mirror Method: Resetting, reflecting, and authentic livingThe role of journaling for self-discovery and overcoming imposter syndromeVulnerability and emotional expression in leadership and lifePractical tips for building small habits to combat burnoutThe power of pausing and stepping away from social mediaPersonal story of resilience and the healing power of smilingConnect with Mirah Young:https://linktr.ee/MirahTheMhttps://www.instagram.com/iammirahyoung/Iamhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thomirahyoung/P.S. My goal for 2025 is CONNECTIONHere's how we can connect right now:https://calendly.com/eugene-leeway/linkedingiveyourselfsomeleeway.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lee-one/Instagram @eugene.leeway
Sabra Meretab is a writer and former tech executive who spent her career building Fintech products and leading engineering teams in Silicon Valley. She most recently served as Chief of Staff and Technical Advisor to the Head of Payments Engineering at Stripe, where she helped lead major architectural overhauls and shape strategy across a 1,000-person organization. In 2024, she left tech to write full-time. Her essays—on ambition, burnout, and the achievement complex—resonate with an audience of “burnt out overachievers” on her Substack newsletter.Sabra is a Stanford alum and passionate about rethinking success in high-performing spaces.Connect with Sabra:www.sabrameretab.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/smeretab/https://snackablegrowth.substack.com****P.S. My goal for 2025 is CONNECTIONHere's how we can connect right now:https://calendly.com/eugene-leeway/linkedingiveyourselfsomeleeway.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lee-one/Instagram @eugene.leeway
Give Yourself Some Leeway - Self Awareness, Self Compassion & Self CareWant to be a guest on the podcast? Apply to appear on the show here:https://forms.gle/9jtBomLzkS9ELrDJA*******Bryan May is a Breakthrough Consultant who blends business acumen with spirituality to help individuals break through personal and professional barriers.The video explores self-help methods like hypnosis and breathwork, discussing the search for major life breakthroughs. Discover **actionable insights** for personal growth and overcoming obstacles. Learn how to tap into your **inner wisdom** and embrace **self improvement** through various modalities. Connect with Bryan Mayhttps://www.bryanisamazing.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryansmay/P.S. My goal for 2025 is CONNECTIONHere's how we can connect right now:https://calendly.com/eugene-leeway/linkedingiveyourselfsomeleeway.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lee-one/Instagram @eugene.leewayEmail eugene@leeway.ie
Want to be a guest on the podcast? Apply to appear on the show here:https://forms.gle/9jtBomLzkS9ELrDJA******22nd August 2022.I sat in my car and recorded the first 8 minutes of my story on my phone.I had no idea where podcasting would take me. 3 years later - over 100 guests sharing their journeys - I never would have believed it.But what I learned is more valuable than a $10,000 camera setup, 1M downloads or landing "big name" guests.Here's a throwback to the short and snappy episodes of recording in the closet ;)*******P.S. My goal for 2025 is CONNECTIONHere's how we can connect right now:https://calendly.com/eugene-leeway/linkedingiveyourselfsomeleeway.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lee-one/Instagram @eugene.leewayEmail eugene@leeway.ie
When we get so caught up on achieving big goals, why do we find ourselves still procrastinating?
You don't procrastinate because of being lazy - it's a stress response. Your body sees procrastination as avoiding discomfort and seeking safety.
This does not help you overcome challenges or meet deadlines.
So, how do you recognize procrastination?
How do you stop procrastinating?
How do you stay laser-focused when you need it most?
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Want to be a guest on the podcast? Apply to appear on the show here: https://forms.gle/9jtBomLzkS9ELrDJA*******For most of her life, Sharon Rolph felt invisible. When Sharon retired, she wondered how she'd know if she was productive. Today she's a motivating influencer at 77, as an author, podcast guest and the 'Queen of Courage' on Instagram. Her days now feel "right" since finding her Spark. This transformation she experienced is being offered to the public, for the first time. She inspires curiosity and possibilities in everyone.Connect with Sharon Rolph:https://sharonrolph.com https://www.instagram.com/sharon_queenofcourage/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-rolph/*******P.S. My goal for 2025 is CONNECTIONHere's how we can connect right now:https://calendly.com/eugene-leeway/linkedingiveyourselfsomeleeway.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lee-one/Instagram @eugene.leewayEmail eugene@leeway.ie
Want to be a guest on the podcast? Apply to appear on the show here:https://forms.gle/9jtBomLzkS9ELrDJA*******In her early 40's, Dorothy Cook had a major health crisis that took her out of the workforce for a year, but in reality, ittook another nine years to fully get back her health and identity. Dorothy shares this ten-year journey where she learnedto self compassion, how to handle stress differently, and no longer repress negative emotions.Connect with Dorothy Cook:https://www.dorothyjcook.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/prosperwithdorothy*******P.S. My goal for 2025 is CONNECTIONHere's how we can connect right now:https://calendly.com/eugene-leeway/linkedingiveyourselfsomeleeway.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lee-one/Instagram @eugene.leewayEmail eugene@leeway.ie
Want to be a guest on the podcast? Apply to appear on the show here:https://forms.gle/9jtBomLzkS9ELrDJA******Are you still glorifying the 16 hour work day?The hustle, the grind, the all-nighters to achieve success?You've got a one way ticket to burnout, my friend.If you want to play the long game, sacrificing sleep will only get you left behind. Why are so many high achievers suffering from insomnia?Dr. Marissa Alert is a licensed clinical psychologist, consultant, and speaker. She is the driving force behind MDA Wellness, a boutique consulting firm devoted to helping fast-paced companies address stress and burnout. Dr. Alert is a recognized thought leader in workplace mental health and wellness, and her insights have been featured in Forbes, Newsweek, Yahoo Life, WorkLife, and Authority Magazine.Connect with Dr. Marissa Alert :https://mdawellness.com/https://drmalert.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissadalert/https://www.instagram.com/dr.malert/*******P.S. My goal for 2025 is CONNECTIONHere's how we can connect right now:https://calendly.com/eugene-leeway/linkedingiveyourselfsomeleeway.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lee-one/Instagram @eugene.leewayEmail eugene@leeway.ie
Want to be a guest on the podcast? Apply to appear on the show here:https://forms.gle/9jtBomLzkS9ELrDJA*******How can you become an effective, strategic leader if you spend half of your day replying to emails?The problem with most leadership styles is that they don't know how to optimize their leadership effectively.Dan Roberts has over 25 + years in multiple leadership roles, working in fortune 100 companies, as well as startups. For 15 years his work focused on leading enterprise change and transformation, as an internal leader, as well as an external consultant.That experience combined with being a life-long student of human behavior, positioned Dan to pursue his goal of coaching individuals and helping them make important changes in their lives. He has been coaching leaders for over 13 years with a focus on helping leaders be more effective, healthier and more satisfied with their work and career. Connect with Dan Roberts:www.impactfulperformance.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/impactfulperformance/*******P.S. My goal for 2025 is CONNECTIONHere's how we can connect right now:https://calendly.com/eugene-leeway/linkedingiveyourselfsomeleeway.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lee-one/Instagram @eugene.leewayEmail eugene@leeway.ie
Want to be a guest on the podcast? Apply to appear on the show here: https://forms.gle/9jtBomLzkS9ELrDJA *******Alan Lazaros shares how feelings of abandonment and a high ACE score led to extreme achievement as a coping behavior. He touches on the hidden struggles that drive many high achievers, tying into mental health and personal development. Consider how childhood trauma may be affecting your life.At age 2, Alan's father passed away in a car accident. At age 26, after getting into a car accident himself, Alan questioned everything he was doing in life. He questioned who he was and the choices he was making. He was at an all-time low, and decided to change his trajectory forever. Although he had a successful career in Corporate America, he made the hard decision to start his own business dedicated to helping others get to the Next Level in their life, love, health, and wealth. He is the CEO of the Next Level University podcast, a global top 100 podcast with over 1900 episodes, listened in 170+ countries.Connect with Alan Lazaros:https://www.nextleveluniverse.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc




