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Get Your Energy Back

Welcome to The Get Your Energy Back Podcast, where we dive deep into topics that can help you boost your energy levels and live a more vibrant life. I’m your host, Shelby Hansen. As a life coach, invisible illness warrior, and kidney transplant recipient, I’ve navigated the waters of chronic fatigue for nearly a decade and can help you feel more energized and alive than ever before!This show explores how different nervous system states can impact your life and how you can harness this knowledge to improve your well-being.Do you feel like you're constantly stuck in fight or flight mode, overwhelmed by stress and anxiety? Are you feeling constantly drained and exhausted, struggling to get through the day? Or maybe you find yourself feeling stuck, lacking motivation and struggling to take action towards your goals. This podcast is here to help you understand the different nervous system states and how they affect you on a daily basis.Join me as I discuss strategies to regulate your nervous system, manage stress and anxiety, and cultivate a sense of calm and ease in your life. Whether you're looking to overcome limiting beliefs, improve your relationships, gain a better understanding of the factors that affect your energy levels, or simply find more joy and fulfillment in your life, The Get Your Energy Back Podcast is the perfect place to start. So sit back, relax, and join me on this journey toward a more energized, balanced, and fulfilling life.

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150. The Cost of Hustle — What I Gave Up to Get My Life Back

June 24, 2025 • Shelby Hansen

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Do you ever feel like no matter how much you do, it’s never enough? Like you're running on empty but still pushing through?

In this powerful episode, I share my story of living under the weight of hustle culture: the constant pressure to achieve, perform, support everyone else, and never complain. I talk about what that looked like as a young mom, a military spouse, and a woman trying to do everything right — until my body forced me to stop.

This isn’t just a story about burnout. It’s a story about waking up.

If you’ve been exhausted, overwhelmed, or secretly wondering if this is just what life has to be — this episode is for you.

What You’ll Hear:

The invisible rules women live by in hustle culture
My story of over-functioning, burnout, and medical crisis
Why rest felt dangerous and how I learned to embrace it
What I gave up to get my life back — and what I’ve gained in return
A new way of living that honors your body, energy, and peace

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