The Hustle Ain’t Worth It: Burnout, Boundaries & Real Recovery (Featuring Dr. Cassandre Dunbar)

What happens when the hustle finally breaks you?

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Dr. Cassandre Dunbar—physician, podcaster, and wellness advocate—for a vulnerable convo about what burnout really looks like.

We talk about the emotional exhaustion that sneaks in, the guilt and shame nobody talks about, and how burnout ain’t just about being tired, it’s your whole system shutting down.

I open up about how things got dark for me recently, how I crashed, and what I’m learning about boundaries, emotional rest, and what real recovery actually takes.

Cass brings the warmth and the wisdom, helping me unpack all of it in a way that’s raw, honest, and healing.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or like you're barely holding it together—this one’s for you.

🧠 Topics We Cover:

• What burnout really feels like (beyond just being tired)
• The shame of not “doing enough” even when you’re doing everything
• Guilt, people-pleasing, and feeling like you're letting folks down
• The truth about emotional overwhelm and how it affects creativity
• Why boundaries with yourself are the hardest to keep
• Tools for recovery and why it’s slower than you think
• The importance of community that pours into you

⏱️ It’s About DAMN Time Segment:

Cass says it’s about DAMN time we become obsessed with our own well-being—mentally, emotionally, and physically—without guilt.

🎯 D.A.M.N. Challenge:

Set one boundary with yourself this week. Just one.

Whether it’s a bedtime, screen time limit, or not answering every call...keep a promise to you and stick to it

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