Burnt Out Mummas
Welcome to Burnt Out Mummas, the podcast where the chaos of parenting meets the calm of spiritual balance. Hosted by two real, raw, and resilient mummas, Isla and Paisley, each episode dives deep into the rollercoaster of parenthood, blending candid conversations about the struggles and triumphs of raising kids with uplifting discussions on practices that help keep us grounded.
Join us as we laugh, vent, and reflect on the daily grind, sharing stories that resonate with every parent who’s ever felt stretched too thin. From sleepless nights and tantrum-filled days to finding moments of zen amidst the chaos, we explore it all with honesty and humor.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the parenting game, Burnt Out Mummas is your go-to space for finding connection, inspiration, and a bit of spiritual sparkle in the midst of it all.
Burnt Out Mummas
EP 69: Valentine’s Day Isn’t Always Roses… Sometimes It’s Resentment. ❤️
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Summary
❤️ Valentine’s Day Isn’t Always Roses… Sometimes It’s Resentment.
Valentine’s Day hits differently when you’re a burnt out mum.
It’s not the flowers.
It’s not dinner.
It’s not the Instagram posts.
It’s the emotional load you’re still carrying while everyone talks about romance.
This week on Burnt Out Mummas, we spoke about something that doesn’t get talked about enough…
How burnout affects connection.
How survival mode blocks intimacy.
How hard it is to feel “in love” when you don’t even feel like yourself.
Sometimes it’s not that the relationship is broken.
It’s that you’re exhausted.
And exhaustion doesn’t leave much room for softness.
If you’ve ever:
– Felt guilty for not being in the mood
– Snapped because you’re overstimulated
– Cried over something small
– Wondered “is it us… or am I just burnt out?”
You’re not alone.
Love feels different when your nervous system is fried.
Maybe this Valentine’s Day isn’t about grand gestures.
Maybe it’s about:
🤍 Asking for help
🤍 Having an honest conversation
🤍 Letting yourself rest
🤍 Remembering you’re allowed to need too
Burnout doesn’t mean you’ve fallen out of love.
Sometimes it just means you haven’t had space to feel.
Listen to the full episode now.
Send it to a mum who needs to hear she’s not broken.
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Chapters
00:00 Valentine's Day Reflections and Self-Care
02:11 Burnout and Its Impact on Relationships
06:54 The Struggles of Modern Relationships
12:02 Communication and Growth in Relationships
17:26 Self-Love and Personal Growth
22:20 Finding Purpose and Rebuilding After Burnout
The Burnt Out Mummas:
Isla is a powerhouse entrepreneur, dance academy founder, and author, balancing motherhood with creativity and unstoppable drive. Paisley brings her bold experience in entertainment and business, guiding ambitious mums through the realities of modern life with honesty, heart, and humor. Together, they’re creating a supportive community built on resilience, authenticity, and real-life motherhood.
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