Burnout Recovery for Leaders: When Passion Isn’t Enough Anymore

You’ve given everything to your mission — but now you’re the one running on empty.
What happens when the work that once inspired you starts to leave you numb?

In this heartfelt episode, Michelle shares her personal story of grief, burnout, and rebuilding from the ground up. She reveals what most leaders never learn about sustaining impact: your passion is only the ignition — not the engine.

Through reflection, storytelling, and practical guidance, Michelle helps you explore how to reconnect to your deeper “why,” build systems of support, and lead from a place of peace, freedom, and joy — not depletion.

🌿 In This Episode:

• The hidden emotional and financial cost of burnout
• How to tell when your passion has become your pressure
• Why your “why” needs to go five layers deeper
• What a 10K race taught Michelle about resilience and renewal
• How to shift from surviving to sustainable leadership
  
  

💬 Quote from Michelle:

“Rediscovering your why isn’t about going back — it’s about going deeper and bringing others with you.”

🔗 Resources:

• Watch Michelle’s When Stories Talk: https://youtu.be/iZlTc2xFRf0?si=vnXpoB4Zx4Oe8YKO
• Previous episode: How to Set Boundaries Without Guilt — includes 3 ready-to-use scripts

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