In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges of burnout, especially for high-achieving women in midlife. Our guest, Stacey Olson, shares her personal journey of balancing a demanding career with family life, and the pivotal moment she decided to stop working outside business hours to save her relationships and well-being. We explore the surprising benefits of prioritizing self-care, saying no, and how these shifts led to stronger performance and leadership. Stacey also discusses the science behind burnout recovery and the need for tailored, compassionate strategies that allow individuals to define what balance looks like for them. This episode offers practical tools, wisdom, and reassurance for those struggling to juggle it all.

Key Points:

• Stacey’s personal burnout story: how working 60-70 hours a week affected her family life and career.
• The importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care to prevent burnout.
• How stepping back led to better performance and stronger leadership.
• Understanding that burnout is common, especially among women, and recognizing the warning signs.
• Overcoming the comparison trap and embracing individual values to make empowered choices.
• Practical tools for avoiding burnout and finding a path forward.

Quote of the Episode:

"You can't have it all when you stop trying to do it all."

Resources Mentioned:

Stacey’s Book

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Shake Things UP! Get out of the Midlife Rut

Midlife, Mental Health & Clutter

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