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How I’d Start Over if I Had to Burn It All Down (Solopreneur Edition)
If you're dreaming about starting over, you’re not broken—you’re evolving. Here’s exactly how to rebuild a burnout-proof business that actually supports your life.
Procrastination or Pivot? How to Tell the Difference (And What to Do About It)
You’re not lazy—you might just be evolving. If you’ve been dragging your feet on tasks that used to light you up, this blog breaks down how to tell if you’re procrastinating or pivoting… and what to do next.
How to Rest Without Feeling Guilty (Even If You’re a High Achiever)
In this post, we’re breaking down the subconscious beliefs that keep high-achieving solopreneurs stuck in the burnout loop—and how to rewire your systems, schedule, and self-talk so you can finally rest without guilt and build a business that doesn’t break you.
How to Know If You’re Headed for Burnout—Before It’s Too Late
Burnout isn’t always loud. For high-achievers, it often shows up quietly—through perfectionism, energy crashes, emotional reactivity, or disconnection. In this episode of the Burnout Proof Podcast, Ellyn breaks down 7 sneaky signs you're on the edge (even if you're still functioning just fine), how to spot them early, and what to do before burnout takes you out. This is your gut-check moment—and your wake-up call to build burnout-proof success before it's too late.
How to Lower Cortisol Without the Wellness BS: Burnout Recovery Tips for High-Achieving Solopreneurs
So, you’ve seen people post about Happy Juice all the time, but maybe you’re…skeptical… don’t want to pay for a supplement for the rest of your life. So, here are some GREAT, free, or low-cost ways that are science-backed to lower your cortisol!
How to Set Boundaries That Actually Stick (Even When You’re the Boss)
Setting boundaries is hard enough. But upholding them when you’re the boss, the team, and the pressure? That’s next-level. This blog breaks down how to stop crossing your own boundaries and build systems that enforce them for you.
Hey there, I’m Ellyn!
Call me Coach Ellyn—a burnout coach, Ph.D. dropout, Enneagram 3, and your new Burnout bestie!
I’m so excited your here! This blog is a great way to dip your toes in and start your burnout journey and learn from the stories, lesson, experiences and research of me and my clients. Can’t wait for you to dive in!
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