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Slowing Down Is Hard: Burnout, Busyness & Finding Balance

Slowing Down Is Hard: Burnout, Busyness & Finding Balance

Update: 2025-06-24
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In this raw and relatable episode of Trauma, Drama & Life, Ben and Kayla Taylor unpack the chaos of modern family life—from homeschooling and overcommitment to the unexpected burnout that even kids can feel. They open up about their struggle to slow down, why structure beats spontaneity in their home, and how they’re redefining rest, peace, and purpose—together.


Whether you’re a parent, a partner, or someone just trying to find balance in a busy world, this conversation will hit home.


In this episode:

  • Why busy doesn’t always mean productive

  • How overcommitting affects kids emotionally

  • Unlearning the scarcity mindset

  • ADHD, control, and the guilt of taking a break

  • Structuring spontaneity in marriage & parenting

    Creating intentional family rhythms


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    Slowing Down Is Hard: Burnout, Busyness & Finding Balance

    Slowing Down Is Hard: Burnout, Busyness & Finding Balance

    Ben and Kayla Taylor