Let me ask you something… when was the last time you actually felt at peace? Like, deep, soul-level peace — not drowning in your to-do list, not filling every empty space on your calendar just to feel productive. When was the last time you felt calm? Or honestly… the last time you felt like yourself. Can’t remember? I get it.
Today, I’m coming in with a message you probably didn’t know you needed. We’re talking burnout — how to recognize it, why it’s showing up in your life, and most importantly, how to finally break free from it. And I’m not here to sugarcoat anything. I’m giving you the raw, real Emily per usual, because I’ve been there — burnt out, overcommitted, and losing my sense of self because I was trying to do all things and be all things for everyone else.
If that’s you right now, this episode is your reset button. It’s time to clear your calendar, set some boundaries, and finally step into the peace and purpose God designed for you. Because here’s the thing: You were never meant to live burnt out. You were meant to live blazing forward, filled with clarity, energy, and purpose. Let’s dive in!
In this episode:- Why your significance is not tied to your busyness
- Signs of Burnout (emotional, behavioral, physical)
- What Is Burnout?
- What Causes Burnout?
- The Different Stages of Burnout
- The Alignment Audit
- The Invincible Power of Choice
- Discernment and the Law of Trade-Offs
- The Power of the BIG MO
- Life Bucket Assessment — where is your energy going?
- How to take your power back and blaze forward
- Invitation to the Worthy of Wellness Club
- And so much more!
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