Burnout Isn’t Just Busy: Why Women Are Tired for Real

In this episode of She Talks Business, we’re diving into a topic every woman needs to hear, especially if you’re a business owner, leader, or someone who is always “pushing through.”

My guest is Dr. Anna Garrett, a functional medicine expert and clinical pharmacist who has spent decades helping women in midlife get out of hormone hell and back into their bodies.

This episode is all about burnout, hormones, joy (yes, joy!), and the real reason so many women feel like they’re running on empty. And spoiler alert: it’s not because you’re lazy or unmotivated. It’s often because your body’s chemistry has shifted, and no one ever taught you how to listen to it, let alone fix it.

This isn’t just another conversation about self-care. It’s about reclaiming your energy, protecting your health span (not just your lifespan), and remembering who you are beyond the roles you fill.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed at the doctor’s office, wondered if your fatigue was something more, or just want to feel like yourself again, this episode is for you.

What’s In This Episode

• What burnout really looks like for women (and how it’s different from just being busy) 
• The truth about hormone changes in midlife—and how they impact your mood, motivation, and memory 
• Why joy (aka "Vitamin J") is a non-negotiable health strategy 
• The difference between health span and lifespan (and why it matters now) 
• What cortisol is, what it does, and how to know if it’s sabotaging your energy 
• Real-life habits that support your hormones, your stress, and your ability to show up fully 
• What testing options exist when you know something’s off but can’t get answers

What To Do Next

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