Ever wondered why you feel perpetually exhausted despite seemingly doing everything right? Join us as we sit down with Coach Ellyn, a leading burnout and stress management expert, to uncover the mystery behind burnout and how it affects not just our professional lives but also our roles as parents and high achievers. Ellyn shares her powerful journey from an overachieving student to a burned-out graduate, and now a successful coach dedicated to helping others work less and live more. This episode promises to equip you with the tools to recognize both physical and emotional signs of burnout and offers practical strategies to bring more joy, peace, and fulfillment into your life.

Throughout our conversation, we tackle the misconception that burnout is solely an occupational hazard and explore its far-reaching impact on various aspects of life, including parenting. Ellyn discusses the physical toll of burnout—chronic exhaustion, frequent illness, analysis paralysis—while also delving into the emotional repercussions, such as emotional reactivity and a lack of fulfillment. We highlight actionable tips, like the simple yet effective practice of keeping a notebook by your bed to manage overwhelming thoughts, aiming to make coping with burnout more manageable for our listeners.

One of the standout segments focuses on the unique challenges moms face, particularly the often-overlooked boredom burnout that can occur during early motherhood. Ellyn emphasizes the importance of self-awareness tools like the Enneagram to identify personal triggers and behaviors leading to burnout. We also explore the cyclical nature of burnout among high achievers, stressing the importance of self-compassion and honest self-evaluation. Ellyn's insights reassure us that conquering chaos is not just a dream but an achievable reality, one mindful step at a time.

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