Event planning is a high-wire act—keeping clients, budgets, and every last detail in balance, all while staying calm under pressure. Today, we’re diving into the mental health side of the industry, unpacking the stressors event pros face and sharing real-world strategies to handle burnout and find balance.

In this episode, we talk about the often-unspoken pressures of event planning, especially around managing mental health in a high-stress industry. We get candid about how planners can balance relentless client demands, long hours, and last-minute changes—all while prioritizing their own well-being. From setting boundaries with clients to using quick mental resets on-site, we’re sharing what’s working for us, plus stories from other pros who’ve mastered staying cool in the chaos. And don’t miss our announcement: we’re launching Event Planner Confessions social channels to hear your stories, insights, and confessions!

Key Discussion Points:

• Real talk: Why mental health in event planning often goes unaddressed
• Strategies for setting boundaries with clients and internal teams
• Quick mental resets we use on-site during chaotic moments
• Finding balance: the importance of vacations, downtime, and self-care
• New Event Planner Confessions channels – share your own stories with us!