BB Podcast - Marcelle Maria

This information is about burnout and its impact on working moms and overwhelmed professionals. It discusses how burnout can manifest silently and the importance of recognizing and addressing it. The podcast offers practical tools such as giving oneself permission to let go, checking in with one's body, and reaching out for support. It also poses reflection prompts to shift one's mindset and addresses common questions about burnout. The main message is that burnout is not the end, and self-care is essential for overall well-being. Have you ever found yourself staring blankly at a grocery store shelf, holding back tears over something as small as a hat or broccoli? You're not alone. Welcome to Burnout to Breakthrough. I'm your host, Marci, and this show is for working moms, overwhelmed professionals, and anyone who's ever hit a wall and wondered, is this normal? We live in a culture that celebrates hustle and performance, but rarely ask what it's costing us. And that's what we're digging into today, burnout. What it looks like, how it shows up quietly, and how we start to pull ourselves out. Meet Dana. She's a full-time marketing manager, single mom of two, and used to juggling it all, until the day she couldn't anymore. Dana stated, I used to think burnout was for people who couldn't handle things. I handled everything, until I couldn't. I was standing in the produce aisle just frozen, and then I started crying, right there in front of the broccoli. That moment might sound small, but for Dana, it was the unraveling of months of pressure, overwork, and silence. According to the World Health Organization, burnout is a syndrome resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. But for working moms, the workplace stress is a problem. But for working moms, the workplace is everywhere. Your car, your kitchen, your inbox, your inner voice, it's 24-7. We have a quote from Dr. Jacqueline Kerr. When moms are expected to parent like they don't work, and work like they don't parent, burnout isn't a possibility. It's a math problem. Let's pause on that. How many of us have internalized the idea that rest must be earned, that slowing down is weak, that doing less means you're falling behind? Burnout becomes invisible. It gets hidden behind the bold stars we give ourselves for multitasking, for pushing through, for being everything to everyone except ourselves. As Dana stated, my therapist asked me, what did rest look like for you? And I had no answer, none. I realized I'd been measuring my worth by how productive I was. Let that sink in. When was the last time you rested without guilt, without planning how to make it up for it later? So, how do we move from breakdown to breakthrough? For Dana, it began with micro-rebellions, saying no to one work project, leaving her phone outside her bedroom, letting go of the lie that her worth equals her productivity. It was an instant, but it was enough to help her breathe again. This podcast isn't about miracle routines or five-step fixes. It's about recognizing that you're human, not a machine, and that you deserve more than survival. Let's get practical. Here are three science-backed tools to try today. One-minute permission swim. Pause. Breathe. Ask. What can I let go of today? A chore? An unrealistic expectation? Then, actually let it go without guilt. Next is body check-in. Breathe slowly. Scan your body. Shoulders, jaw, back, stomach. Where are you holding stress? Name it. Notice it. Release. And lastly, connection prompt. Text someone you trust. I'm tapped out. Can we talk soon? Or, no advice needed, just a space to bend. Most likely, they're feeling the same way. Still with me? Let's go deeper. Here are three more reflection prompts that can shift your mindset. What am I afraid will happen if I slow down? What story am I telling myself about success? Who benefits when I overextend myself? Who pays the cost? These aren't easy questions, but they open the door to real change. And because this topic always brings up doubt, here are a few frequent asked questions we hear a lot when it comes to burnout. Can I recover from burnout without quitting my job? Yes. Recovery starts with boundaries, rest, and small shifts, and sometimes needs workplace support. How do I know if I'm burned out or just tired? Burnout feels like numbness, detachment, and a loss of joy, not just physical fatigue. Is it selfish to prioritize myself? No. Self-care is family care, too. It's essential. So take a breath, unplug, and remember, burnout is not the end of your story. It might just be the moment everything begins to shift. Until then, take care of your heart, be gentle with your body, and give yourself permission to rest. Thank you. ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪