EP 3736 How do I deal with burnout?

About this episode

In this episode, Shaun O'Gorman discusses the causes and recovery strategies for burnout, emphasizing the importance of recognizing personal needs and warning signs.

Burnout isn’t just about being tired. It’s the result of prolonged stress, emotional overload, and constantly pushing yourself beyond your capacity without giving yourself the opportunity to recover. In this episode, I break down what burnout really is, why so many people miss the warning signs, and what you can do to regain control before it impacts your health, relationships, career, and overall quality of life. Many people believe they need to work harder, push through, or simply become more resilient. The reality is that burnout often develops because we’ve become disconnected from our own needs, ignored our physical and emotional warning signs, and created lives that leave little room for recovery. I explore the common causes of burnout, including chronic stress, unrealistic expectations, people-pleasing, perfectionism, workplace pressure, relationship challenges, and the constant demands of modern life. I also share practical strategies to help you rebuild energy, improve mental health, strengthen emotional resilience, and create sustainable habits that support long-term wellbeing. Whether you’re feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, or simply know you’re not…

People in this episode

Host: Shaun O'Gorman

Topics covered

• burnout
• stress management
• emotional resilience
• mental health
• self-care
• work-life balance

Keywords

• burnout
• stress
• emotional overload
• recovery
• mental health
• self-improvement
• wellbeing
• energy
• resilience

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