Have you ever woken up one morning and thought to yourself, “I want to burn it all down” — your business, your job, your relationship — even though nothing’s technically wrong?

That intense urge to walk away from everything can be a sign that something needs to change.

More often, however, it’s a symptom of burnout. It's your brain and body’s way of saying they’ve had enough.

In this episode of the Bite-Sized Brilliance Podcast, Dr. April Darley explores what’s really behind the impulse to start over.

She shares how to tell whether you need a full reset, a smaller change, or simply more rest.

You’ll learn:

If you’ve been questioning your direction or feeling disconnected from your work or relationships, this episode will help you pause, reflect, and rebuild without burning everything down in the process.

To schedule your complimentary consultation, click here: www.aprildarley.com/scheduling-1

🕒 Episode Breakdown with Timestamps

[00:00] The “burn it all down” moment and what it really means

[01:00] When burnout shows up as success fatigue or loss of passion

[02:00] Three key questions to ask before making a big change

[03:00] Scenario #1: When it’s time to walk away for good

[04:30] Scenario #2: When a system or structure needs to change

[06:00] Scenario #3: When you’re simply exhausted and need rest

[07:00] The seven types of rest — and why physical rest isn’t enough

[08:30] How a go-go-go mindset leads to burnout

[09:30] Building awareness and discernment to prevent shutdown

[10:30] Why rest is essential for optimal performance and emotional health

[11:30] How to create systems that support balance, not burnout

[12:00] Closing encouragement + invitation to work one-on-one with Dr. April