What if burnout isn’t the end—but an invitation to realign with your purpose? 

In this inspiring episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, Dr. Nicole Bradford joins Luam to share how to maintain your inner flame in a world that constantly asks you to dim it. From her personal story of misalignment to her practical M.A.I.N.T.A.I.N. method, she explains how burnout can signal deeper emotional misfires, and why transformation requires intention, authenticity, and spiritual grounding.

Dr. Nicole Bradford is a passionate motivational speaker, author, and leadership coach dedicated to helping individuals overcome burnout, rediscover their purpose, and live with unshakable passion. With a background in education and personal transformation, she equips others with tools to lead authentically, reconnect to their inner flame, and walk boldly in their God-given calling.

Where to find more of Dr. Nicole Bradford:

Website: https://www.maintaintheflame.net 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maintaintheflame 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nicole-d-bradford 

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro(01:46) Her burnout story and staying true to values(03:32) What burnout really feels like(06:24) How to recognize early burnout signs(06:31) The M.A.I.N.T.A.I.N. framework explained(11:23) Burnout vs. being off-purpose(14:03) Coaching clients through burnout and rediscovery(17:04) Leadership qualities everyone needs(19:22) Internal shift to lead well(21:01) Escaping autopilot with daily intention(23:04) Her daily habits: faith and family(25:40) Outro