Burnout isn’t a sign of overwork—it’s a sign of internal misalignment.

In this replay episode, leadership coach Jim Marsden reframes burnout as a powerful signal to realign with your values and purpose. He shares advice on how to combat burnout by embracing curiosity, reconnecting with nature, and finding small but meaningful moments of perspective.

Jim also introduces his "street-of-life" metaphor, a framework for identifying stress states and shifting to a more grounded, intentional mindset.

Join us as we discuss:

(00:00) Introduction to the episode with Jim Marsden

(04:09) The deep roots of burnout

(07:57) Why it’s important to find perspective

(13:57) The street-of-life concept for navigating stress

(19:45) Supporting others during burnout

(24:07) Practical steps to regain balance

(32:05) Avoiding big decisions during stress and finding small wins

(34:42) Dare to imagine: Aligning your work with what truly brings you alive

 

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