The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast

Episode 211: Escaping the Burnout Trap: Work, Rest & Rethinking Success with Maegan Megginson


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Burnout is shifting - it’s not just exhaustion anymore, but overworking to the point of depletion. In this episode, I talk to Maegan Megginson, a Business Mentor, Licensed Therapist, and host of Deeply Rested, to unpack what burnout really looks like today and why high achievers (especially introverts and highly sensitive people) may be more susceptible to it.

We explore the trauma response connection to burnout, why capitalism and patriarchal narratives fuel overwork, and how aligning your work with natural rhythms can help you break free. Plus, Maegan shares her personal burnout and recovery journey, offering insights, strategies, and a sensitive introvert’s perspective on success, rest, and resilience.

Tune in to hear:

  • How burnout symptoms are changing - why overwork, not just exhaustion, is the new red flag
  • The financial cost of burnout - how it’s costing companies millions per year
  • The trauma response link to burnout - why some people (especially HSPs & introverts) are more vulnerable
  • How to untangle burnout from capitalism & patriarchal conditioning - so you can redefine success on your own terms
  • Why connecting with nature can help combat burnout - and how to align your work and life with natural rhythms

If you’ve ever felt trapped in the cycle of pushing, striving, and overworking - this episode is a must-listen. Maegan brings a holistic approach to success that prioritizes rest, alignment, and breaking free from societal burnout traps.

🎧 Grab your headphones, take a deep breath, and let’s dive in!

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

🎧 Deeply Rested Podcast
📖 Maegan’s Website
📧 Read the Deeply Rested Newsletter

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Website: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/
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