Burnout-Proof Boundaries: Protect Your Time and Energy Without Guilt

Episode 9 from The Burnout Revolution Podcast

In this episode I share:

Always saying yes… and paying for it with your energy?In this final episode of this season of The Burnout Revolution, I share how to set burnout-proof boundaries that protect your time, energy, and wellbeing, without guilt or abandoning yourself.

You’ll discover:

✨ Why “just say no” advice rarely works

✨How to recognise the early signs of boundary erosion before burnout sets in.

✨The difference between discomfort from holding a boundary vs. violating your own values.

✨Why boundaries are essential for nervous system wellbeing as well as your calendar.

✨Practical ways to say no without burning bridges.

Perfect for anyone who is tired of overriding their needs and ready to reclaim their energy, confidence, and self-trust

🎧 Tune in now - I'd love to know your thoughts and reflections on what I've shared here...does any of this resonate with you?

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And if you listen to this episode and would like to explore this topic further - you’d like to explore 1-1 coaching, then do check out my 1-1 coaching here. If you’d like to discuss working together, you can book in for an enquiry call here.

How else I can support you:

* Dive into the community archives and read all the previous pieces here

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What Burnout Makes Possible

Episode 8 from The Burnout Revolution Podcast

In this episode I share:

✨ The challenges AND the opportunity that burnout can present

✨ Why it can be hard to see the positive opportunities when you're burntout

✨ The grief and resistance that accompany burnout

✨ How to create positive change through burnout

🎧 Tune in now - I'd love to know your thoughts and reflections on what I've shared here...does any of this resonate with you?

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You can join the (free) Burnout Revolution Community over on Substack here, where you can leave comments, questions and access all the previous articles. You can also check out the (unedited) podcast transcript >> Join here

And if you listen to this episode and would like to explore this topic further - you’d like to explore 1-1 coaching, then do check out my 1-1 coaching here. If you’d like to discuss working together, you can book in for an enquiry call here.

How else I can support you:

* Dive into the community archives and read all the previous pieces here

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rachaelchrystal.substack.com

What your nervous system has to do with burnout and hormones

Episode 7 from The Burnout Revolution Podcast

In this episode I share:

✨ What the nervous system is - and how it links with burnout and female hormones

✨Why you need to become aware of your own nervous system patterns

✨Why we don't need to 'regulate' - and what we can do instead

✨I also suggest a couple of simple practices to help you ground yourself and connect to your sense of inner safety and resource.

🎧 Tune in now - I'd love to know your thoughts and reflections on what I've shared here...does any of this resonate with you?

I've got SO much more to share on this topic - do let me know if you'd like to hear more

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You can join the (free) Burnout Revolution Community over on Substack here, where you can leave comments, questions and access all the previous articles. You can also check out the (unedited) podcast transcript >> Join here

And if you listen to this episode and would like to explore this topic further - you’d like to explore 1-1 coaching, then do check out my my 1-1 coaching here. If you’d like to discuss working together, you can book in for an enquiry call here.

How else I can support you:

* Dive into the community archives and read all the previous pieces here

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rachaelchrystal.substack.com

Juggling ALL the balls? How you can make it work - without burning out

Episode 6 from The Burnout Revolution Podcast

In this episode I share:

✨ A framework for how you can make it work when you're juggling multiple priorities

🎧 Tune in now - I'd love to know your thoughts and reflections on what I've shared here...does any of this resonate with you?

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You can join the (free) Burnout Revolution Community over on Substack here, where you can leave comments, questions and access all the previous articles. You can also check out the (unedited) podcast transcript >> Join here

And if you listen to this episode and would like to explore this topic further - you’d like to explore 1-1 coaching, then do check out my my 1-1 coaching here. If you’d like to discuss working together, you can book in for an enquiry call here.

How else I can support you:

* Dive into the community archives and read all the previous pieces here

* The Career Wellbeing Scorecard is short quiz that gives you a snapshot of your overall work and personal wellbeing. It takes 3 minutes (or just under) and you will get sent a link to a self-coaching workbook afterwards that helps you to understand how to nurture and grow your score.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rachaelchrystal.substack.com

How to Ditch The Drama Triangle - and Build More Empowering Relationships

Episode 5 from The Burnout Revolution Podcast

In this episode, I'm digging into a dynamic that shows up everywhere—at work, at home and in everyday conversations—the Drama Triangle.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in tricky relationship patterns, over-functioned for others, or found yourself second-guessing every interaction, you’re not alone. And understanding this cycle can be a game-changer.

In this episode I share:

✨ What the Drama Triangle is and the three roles we unconsciously slip into—Victim, Rescuer, and Persecutor✨ How these roles can keep us stuck in draining cycles that impact confidence, energy and wellbeing✨ Why these patterns often show up in burnout, people-pleasing, and perfectionism✨ How to shift into the Empowerment Triangle, and move towards more agency, boundaries, and clarity ✨ Practical steps you can take to break old patterns and create more balanced, respectful interactions

This conversation is for you if you want to show up differently in your relationships—whether at work or home—and protect your energy, build stronger boundaries, and develop more productive relationships

🎧 Tune in now - I'd love to know your thoughts and reflections on what I've shared here...does any of this resonate with you?

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You can join the (free) Burnout Revolution Community over on Substack here, where you can leave comments, questions and access all the previous articles. You can also check out the (unedited) podcast transcript >> Join here

And if you listen to this episode and would like to explore this topic further - you’d like to explore 1-1 coaching, then do check out my my 1-1 coaching here. If you’d like to discuss working together, you can book in for an enquiry call here.

How else I can support you:

* Dive into the community archives and read all the previous pieces here

* The Career Wellbeing Scorecard is short quiz that gives you a snapshot of your overall work and personal wellbeing. It takes 3 minutes (or just under) and you will get sent a link to a self-coaching workbook afterwards that helps you to understand how to nurture and grow your score.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rachaelchrystal.substack.com

How to break the burnout cycle (so you can heal from burnout for good)

Episode 4 from The Burnout Revolution Podcast

This week, I’m sharing the 5 key elements that you need to consider if you want to break your burnout cycle for good.

In this episode I share:

- Why rest alone isn't enough to heal and recover from burnout

-The 5 key elements you need to consider if you want to break your burnout cycle and instead rediscover your energy, your motivation and your confidence.

- Practical suggestions of how you might apply the Shine Bright spotlights to your own situation.

I'd love to know your thoughts and reflections on what I've shared here...does any of this resonate with you?

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You can join the (free) Burnout Revolution Community over on Substack here, where you can leave comments, questions and access all the previous articles. You can also check out the (unedited) podcast transcript >> Join here

Find out more about my 1-1 coaching here

And if you listen to this episode and recognise that you need to take action soon because you’re hovering on the brink of burnout and you’d like to explore 1-1 coaching, then do check out my Shine Bright coaching programme here. If you’d like to discuss working together, you can book in for an enquiry call here.

(And if you are experiencing significant burnout symptoms that are affecting your mental or physical health or functioning then please do speak to your GP or 111 (in the UK) if you require urgent support)

How else I can support you:

* Dive into the community archives and read all the previous pieces here

* The Career Wellbeing Scorecard is short quiz that gives you a snapshot of your overall work and personal wellbeing. It takes 3 minutes (or just under) and you will get sent a link to a self-coaching workbook afterwards that helps you to understand how to nurture and grow your score.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rachaelchrystal.substack.com

The Missing ingredient? The Power of Listening to your Body

Episode 3 from The Burnout Revolution Podcast

This week, I’m diving into a topic that can help us to transform our relationship with our wellbeing, our stress and our decision making: The power of listening to our bodies.

For so many of us, the fast pace of life, together with the prioritisation of our cognitive minds, has lead us to becoming disconnected from the language of our bodies. I explore insights on how to tune into our bodies, recognise their signals, and take compassionate action to support ourselves.

In this episode I share:

-The importance of listening to your body’s signals and why ignoring them can lead to burnout and anxiety.

-3 simple practices to help you reconnect

-How developing this connection can enhance decision-making and emotional awareness.

I believe that understanding and nurturing our relationship with our bodies (in a way that works for us as individuals) is essential for not only wellbeing - but also for confidence and decision making - and I hope you find this episode helpful as you explore these ideas.

I'd love to know your thoughts and reflections on what I've shared here...does any of this resonate with you?

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You can join the (free) Burnout Revolution Community over on Substack here, where you can leave comments, questions and access all the previous articles. You can also check out the (unedited) podcast transcript >> Join here

Find out more about my 1-1 coaching here

And if you listen to this episode and recognise that you need to take action soon because you’re hovering on the brink of burnout and you’d like to explore 1-1 coaching, then do check out my Shine Bright coaching programme here. If you’d like to discuss working together, you can book in for an enquiry call here.

(And if you are experiencing significant burnout symptoms that are affecting your mental or physical health or functioning then please do speak to your GP or 111 (in the UK) if you require urgent support)

How else I can support you:

* Dive into the community archives and read all the previous pieces here

* The Career Wellbeing Scorecard is short quiz that gives you a snapshot of your overall work and personal wellbeing. It takes 3 minutes (or just under) and you will get sent a link to a self-coaching workbook afterwards that helps you to understand how to nurture and grow your score.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rachaelchrystal.substack.com

5 Lessons I've Learnt About Confidence

Episode 2 from The Burnout Revolution Podcast

This time I’m sharing the 5 lessons I’ve learnt about confidence from my own life, as well as my experience of working with many clients around building self belief and self trust.

Regardless of what people come to coaching for - the theme of self trust and inner confidence will no doubt feature along the way.

Sadly, there isn’t a magic wand - it’s something that is cultivated slowly, gently and powerfully (like all the best things in life!) - but this episode will give you a heads up on the most important five lessons I’ve learnt along the way.

And I also share some practical suggestions for you to experiment with today - why not give them a go and let me know how you get on?

00:00 Introduction to the Burnout Revolution Podcast

00:42 Diving into Confidence: Personal Journey and Client Experiences

01:41 Lesson 1: What the World Tells Us About Confidence is Wrong

08:51 Lesson 2: Stress and Burnout as Confidence Killers

15:48 Lesson 3: Confidence Isn't the Absence of Self-Doubt

21:06 Lesson 4: Confidence is Like a Muscle

27:50 Lesson 5: Focus on What You Can Control

31:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

I'd love to know your thoughts and reflections on what I've shared here...does any of this resonate with you?

You can join the (free) Burnout Revolution Community over on Substack here, where you can leave comments, questions and access all the previous articles. You can also check out the (unedited) podcast transcript >> Join here

Dive into the community archives and read all the previous pieces here

And if you listen to this episode and recognise that you need to take action soon because you’re hovering on the brink of burnout and you’d like to explore 1-1 coaching, then do check out my Shine Bright coaching programme here. If you’d like to discuss working together, you can book in for an enquiry call here.

(And if you are experiencing significant burnout symptoms that are affecting your mental or physical health or functioning then please do speak to your GP or 111 (in the UK) if you require urgent support)

How else I can support you:

* Dive into the community archives and read all the previous pieces here

* The Career Wellbeing Scorecard is short quiz that gives you a snapshot of your overall work and personal wellbeing. It takes 3 minutes (or just under) and you will get sent a link to a self-coaching workbook afterwards that helps you to understand how to nurture and grow your score.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rachaelchrystal.substack.com

Welcome to the first episode of The Burnout Revolution Podcast!

I’ve chosen a common question to dive into for this first episode- Is this burnout or am I just stressed?

I share:

* What is stress?

* What are the differences between stress and burnout?

* The Demand/Resources Seesaw concept

* The 5 signs that you might notice if you’re approaching burnout

You can join the (free) Burnout Revolution Community over on Substack here, where you can leave comments, questions and access all the previous articles. You can also check out the (unedited) podcast transcript >> Join here

And if you listen to this episode and recognise that you need to take action soon because you’re hovering on the brink of burnout and you’d like to explore 1-1 coaching, then do check out my Shine Bright coaching programme here. If you’d like to discuss working together, you can book in for an enquiry call here.

(And if you are experiencing significant burnout symptoms that are affecting your mental or physical health or functioning then please do speak to your GP or 111 (in the UK) if you require urgent support)

How else I can support you:

* Dive into the community archives and read all the previous pieces here

* The Career Wellbeing Scorecard is short quiz that gives you a snapshot of your overall work and personal wellbeing. It takes 3 minutes (or just under) and you will get sent a link to a self-coaching workbook afterwards that helps you to understand how to nurture and grow your score.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rachaelchrystal.substack.com

Season One of The Burnout Revolution Podcast is coming very soon - and I can’t wait to share it with you!

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rachaelchrystal.substack.com