#014: Burnout, Breakdowns & Getting Back Up

#014: Burnout, Breakdowns & Getting Back Up

From Keep it Real AF by Amy Fox, Emily Harris, Stefanie

November 4, 2025 · 19 min · Season 1 · Episode 14

About this episode

In this episode, Amy and Emily discuss their personal experiences with burnout and the challenges of navigating life changes.

We’re back and not just back to podcasting, but back to ourselves (kind of). In this episode, Amy and Emily sit down for a real-life catch-up after a season of doing all the things: launching businesses, sending kids to college, navigating loss, and realizing—yep—we’ve been in a bit of a slump. This one’s a little different. Our girl Stef couldn’t join us this time (we miss you!). But her energy and wisdom are always with us, and she’ll be back soon to keep it even more real. This isn’t an episode about having it all figured out. It’s about what happens when you don’t —when life is full and your tank is empty. From late-night family weekends to fresh starts in your 50s, we talk about what’s been hard, what’s helped, and the simple things (like a 50g protein bowl or exercise hacks) that can help you feel just a little more grounded. Whether you’re in the thick of parenting, grief, work stress, or just feeling off your game, this one’s for you. It’s unfiltered, a little funny, and full of those “yep, me too” moments. 🎧 Press play for: What burnout really looks like (and why we don’t see it coming) Midlife anxiety, worry brain, and the invisible weight we carry Easy resets that…

People in this episode

Hosts: Amy Fox, Emily Harris, Stefanie

Topics covered

  • burnout
  • midlife anxiety
  • parenting
  • grief
  • self-care
  • resilience

Keywords

  • burnout
  • midlife
  • anxiety
  • self-improvement
  • parenting
  • resilience
  • exercise hacks
  • healthy snacks

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