Burnout, Boundaries, and How to Protect Your Capacity

In high-pressure careers—whether you're in healthcare, leadership, or running your own business—boundaries are often mistaken for weakness or a lack of commitment. In this episode, Dr. Santina Wheat breaks down why the opposite is true. You'll learn why excellence requires boundaries, how to recognize leaky boundaries in your day-to-day work, and the key shifts that can help you avoid burnout without sacrificing performance.

Dr. Wheat offers practical tools for identifying your current capacity, communicating more clearly, and creating sustainable practices that protect your time, energy, and focus. Whether you're a physician, team leader, or entrepreneur, this episode will help you understand that boundaries aren’t barriers—they’re the foundation for long-term success.

Episode Highlights:

• Why boundaries are essential for true excellence
• How leaky boundaries lead to burnout
• Small, practical steps to protect your capacity

Chapters:

Redefining Boundaries as a Strength — 00:45
Excellence vs. Availability — 04:02
When Boundaries Leak into Burnout — 05:47
3 Practical Steps to Start Today — 07:40

Connect with Dr. Santina Wheat:

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Boundaries Workshop https://burnouttobalanced.my.canva.site/boundaries-that-stick

Website: www.santinawheat.com

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