Live Well, Be Well: Burnout, but We're Fine. Totally Fine.

Live Well, Be Well: Burnout, but We're Fine. Totally Fine.

From City of Ames’ Podcasts by City of Ames, Iowa

May 6, 2026 · 20 min · Season 2 · Episode 133

About this episode

The episode explores the concept of burnout, its causes, and ways to recognize and prevent it.

Burnout is more than a rough week or needing an extra cup of coffee to get through the day. In this episode of Live Well. Be Well., hosts Kacie Schumann and Bailey Dingfield take a closer look at what burnout really is, what causes it, and how to recognize it before it takes a bigger toll. The bottom line: burnout is not a personal failure. It is often a response to prolonged stress, and there are ways to prevent it and recover from it. Episode Highlights What Is Burnout?A breakdown of burnout as a recognized occupational phenomenon, including key components like exhaustion, detachment, and reduced sense of accomplishment. Common Causes of BurnoutFrom heavy workloads and lack of control to unclear expectations and work life imbalance, the hosts walk through some of the most common contributors in the workplace. Who Is Most Affected?Burnout can impact anyone, but it is often more common in fields like healthcare, education, social work, and first response. The episode also highlights how neurodivergent individuals may experience additional challenges in certain environments. The Biology Behind BurnoutBurnout is not just emotional. Kacie and Bailey explore how chronic stress…

People in this episode

Hosts: Kacie Schumann, Bailey Dingfield

Topics covered

  • burnout
  • mental health
  • stress management
  • workplace wellness
  • neurodiversity

Keywords

  • burnout
  • stress
  • healthcare
  • education
  • work-life balance
  • neurodivergent
  • warning signs

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Organizations: City of Ames

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