“Burnout is not a badge of honour.” — Sally McGrath
In this powerful episode of the BlissTalk Podcast, we sit down with Sally McGrath, burnout recovery coach, speaker, author, and health educator, to explore how burnout can take hold — and more importantly, how to heal from it.
After spending over 25 years in high-pressure roles across SMEs and large corporations, Sally knows firsthand what it means to hit a wall. She experienced burnout deeply: mentally, emotionally, physically, and financially. But instead of staying stuck, she transformed her life, developed sustainable wellbeing strategies, and is now on a mission to help others do the same.
This episode is for anyone feeling exhausted, emotionally drained, or disconnected from their work or life purpose. Whether you're a high-achiever, a caregiver, or simply overwhelmed by modern-day demands, Sally’s wisdom will help you better understand burnout and what it takes to come back stronger.
In This Episode:
- What burnout really looks and feels like
- Sally’s personal burnout story — and how she healed
- Why so many professionals are reaching breaking point
- The red flags you might be ignoring
- Practical tools to recover and stay burnout-free
- How to build resilience and emotional hygiene
- Why rest, boundaries, and purpose matter more than hustle
- How organisations can do better for their people
This is more than a conversation — it's a compassionate guide for those ready to say no more to stress, overwhelm, and burnout.
Tune in if you’re:
- Feeling like you're constantly “on” and drained
- Losing motivation at work or home
- Experiencing chronic fatigue, anxiety, or sleep issues
- Seeking a better, more sustainable way to live
- Wanting to help others who are facing burnout
Beating burnout is just the beginning. Living burnout-free is where the magic happens.
✅ Links & Resources:
Read Sally’s blog: Are You Expected to Work Yourself Into the Ground?
Book a one-on-one coaching session with Sally McGrath here
Website: https://blisspot.com
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