Secrets of the Career Game

86. This Is Why You're Burned Out at Work (And What I Did About It)


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Burnout is everywhere—and I get why. We’ve wrapped our entire identity around our job titles, performance reviews, and LinkedIn headlines. I’ve been there. In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many of us are teetering on the edge of burnout and how I’ve learned (the hard way) to separate who I am from what I do.

This isn’t your average career pep talk. I’m sharing how hobbies—yes, actual non-monetized hobbies—helped me reclaim my identity, prevent emotional exhaustion, and show up more powerfully at work and in life. From pageantry to paint-by-numbers to running a business on the side, I talk about why your post-5pm life matters just as much as your 9-to-5. Whether you're deep in the "lazy girl job" spiral or wondering how to pivot out of career-induced chaos, this one’s for you.

📚 In this episode, we discuss:

  • What are signs your job has become your entire identity?

  • How do I stop comparing my career to influencers online?

  • Can hobbies actually help you get promoted?

  • Why do high-achievers burn out faster?

  • What are some good hobbies for people with high-stress jobs?

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