Burnout Isn’t What You Think—Fix It Without the Fallout

Burnout Isn’t What You Think—Fix It Without the Fallout

 “Is this really as good as it gets?"

 You're performing well but still feel drained at the end of the day. Everyone assumes you've got it figured out.

Secretly, you wonder if something's wrong with you.

Blake Schofield understands. After 18 years in corporate, she discovered most leaders don't recognize burnout because we've normalized stress and exhaustion.

Your Burnout Story Isn't What You Think

Burnout isn't about hitting a wall—it's chronic misalignment. If you're constantly navigating cycles of high stress, lower energy, and feeling drained while still performing, you're in burnout.

Common patterns include: 

● Pushing through because "that's what leaders do"

● Normalizing tension and fatigue as success 

● Choosing between work and life constantly 

● Believing productivity hacks, a vacation or changing jobs will solve it

Burnout isn't a character flaw. It's a misalignment between how you're wired to thrive and how you're working.

True Success Means Alignment

The truth is that burnout is a symptom of misalignment. "The real issue is that tactics only work if you solve the root cause first," Blake explains.

True success means removing deeper misalignments that create energy leaks and lead to dissatisfaction. When you lead with alignment, you can perform with clarity, confidence, and ease.

 

Episode Highlights

Understanding burnout: 

[00:41] - Why burnout is often more subtle and chronic than you think 

[01:47] - How to recognize the signs even when you're still performing well

The root cause approach:

 [02:23] - Why most burnout tactics fail to create lasting change 

[03:31] - How neuroscience-backed strategy uncovers what's really draining you

Growth & Alignment:

[04:18] - "You're not broken, you're not alone, and nothing's wrong with you.”

[04:21] - Learning how you’re naturally wired to thrive 

 

Powerful Quotes

"Burnout is actually a state of misalignment. If you are constantly navigating cycles of high stress, lower energy, feeling drained at the end of the day, and not feeling as fulfilled or energized by your work, you are in burnout." –Blake Schofield

"Burnout doesn't always scream. Often it whispers. Why am I so drained at the end of the day? I should feel more fulfilled or I should be happy. Is this really as good as it gets?" –Blake Schofield

"You're not broken, you're not alone, and nothing's wrong with you. Fixing burnout is not about not being capable. It's about learning a new way to lead and live." –Blake Schofield

 

Resources Mentioned

• Burnout Type Quiz: https://www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

 

Enter the Giveaway + Win Prizes!

All who enter get Realignment Rituals™—a 5-Day Audio Series to Reclaim Energy & Clarity—plus a chance to win:

 

• 1:1 Alignment Accelerator coaching session ($2,000 value) w/ Blake Schofield: Uncover what’s holding you back, how to align with how you are naturally wired to thrive & move forward with confidence — 1 winner

• Personal branding coaching session ($495 value) w/ Jennifer McClure: Clarify:  Clarify & confidently communicate your unique value; building a standout leadership brand — 2 winners

• Financial Mindset Fix online course ($997 value) w/ Joyce Marter: Break free from limiting money beliefs; take control of your financial & mental health — 3 winners

• Connected Parenting “How to Chill Out” mini course ($99 value) w/ Jennifer Kolari: Reduce anger & increase connection with your child — 5 winners

 

Enter at www.impactwithease.com/giveaway by August 30. Winners will be randomly selected & announced on Sept 3, 2025.

 

Drained at the end of the day & want more presence in your life? In just 5 minutes, lear