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My Notion Evening Routine: How to Shut Down & Prep for a Productive Tomorrow (Without Losing Your Mind)
Ending your day without a proper shutdown routine? In this video, I show you my complete evening Notion process that helps me prep for tomorrow, clear mental clutter, and maintain healthy boundaries while practicing gratitude.
You'll discover:
• How to track your daily habits consistently
• My process for achieving inbox zero everywhere
• How to capture and process open mental loops before bed
• Setting up a clear priority system for the next day
• Simple gratitude and reflection practices to end your day
Do You Have a System... or Just a Tool? The Critical Difference for Burnout-Proof Success
As ambitious achievers, we're constantly hunting for tools that promise to fix our overwhelm and prevent burnout. But what if I told you that most productivity apps are actually missing the most crucial piece of the puzzle?
In this post, I break down why having a productivity app without a complete system is like having a hammer without knowing how to build a house. You'll discover the four essential elements that transform a mere tool into a burnout-proof system, plus practical strategies to identify and fix the friction points that are sabotaging your current workflows.
Whether you're drowning in digital clutter or feeling the weight of entrepreneurial overwhelm, this framework will help you create systems that actually support your ambition without sacrificing your wellbeing.
I Used Notion as an AI Life Coach — Here's What Happened (And Why It Was Game-Changing)
Ever wondered if you could have a personal life coach right inside your Notion workspace? In this video, I explore how I used Notion AI to create a personalized coaching experience, answering 30 deep questions about my business and life. Watch as I uncover surprising insights, identify patterns in my work habits, and transform these revelations into actionable steps for my business.
How to Do a Mid-Year Reset That Actually Works (Without Burning Yourself Out)
Falling off track doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it means it’s time for a reset. In this no-BS guide, I walk you through my own mid-year reset: what worked, what didn’t, and how I rebuilt a system that actually fits my life (and capacity). If you’re a high-achiever who’s over the chaos, this is your game plan.
How I Plan My Week in Notion & Google Calendar (2025 Update)
After years of refining my approach to weekly planning, I'm sharing my updated 2025 system that combines Notion and Google Calendar for realistic, burnout-proof productivity. This hybrid approach keeps me organized, prevents overwhelm, and ensures the perfect balance of productivity and white space—because true productivity isn't about doing more; it's about doing the right things at the right time.
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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