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Are You Actually Burned Out—Or Just Mentally Overloaded? Here’s How to Tell
Feeling drained and unfocused? You might think you’re burned out—but what if you’re just mentally overloaded? 🚨
⚡ Burnout = deep exhaustion that won’t go away with rest.
⚡ Mental overload = too much input, making it hard to focus.
Most people treat the wrong problem, making things worse. In this post, you’ll learn how to tell the difference (with a quick self-test!) and get the exact strategies to fix it—fast.
How Dating & Business Are the Same (And Why You're Self-Sabotaging Both) - ft. Michal Kaye
🔥 Think your love life and your business have nothing in common? Think again. If you've ever wondered why you keep attracting the wrong clients (or the wrong partners), why you’re stuck in a feast-or-famine cycle (in business or dating), or why you keep self-sabotaging your success, this episode is for you. In this no-BS conversation, I'm joined by Michal Kaye, business and mindset coach, as we break down the unexpected parallels between dating and running a business.
Why Most Productivity Advice Fails High Achievers (And What Actually Works)
Ever tried time blocking, Pomodoro timers, or strict morning routines—only to find they don’t actually make you more productive? Spoiler: it’s not you, it’s the system.
High achievers don’t struggle with productivity because they lack discipline. They struggle because most productivity advice isn’t built for their speed, ambition, or energy.
In this post, we’re breaking down three major productivity myths that are keeping you stuck—and showing you how to build systems that actually work for you. Get ready to ditch the generic hacks and start optimizing for execution, efficiency, and sustainable success.
Exhausted No Matter How Much You Sleep? Fix These 3 Hidden Energy Leaks
You’re getting enough sleep, but you still wake up feeling drained. Sound familiar? The problem isn’t how much rest you’re getting—it’s how you’re managing your energy throughout the day. High-achievers love operating in output mode, but without a strategy to input energy, burnout is inevitable. In this post, we’re breaking down three hidden energy leaks that are secretly sabotaging your performance—and exactly how to fix them.
Why Your Business Feels Harder Than It Should (And How to Fix It)
If your business was supposed to give you freedom, why does it feel like a never-ending struggle? You’ve read the books, taken the courses, and followed the strategies, but everything still feels harder than it should. The problem isn’t motivation or effort—it’s the lack of space, systems, and sustainability. In this post, we’re breaking down the three biggest things keeping you stuck and, more importantly, how to fix them so success finally feels easy.
Dating Burnout is Real: A Valentine’s Day Message for My Single Ladies
Dating in today’s world feels like a never-ending job interview—ghosting, love bombing, and the same small talk on repeat. If you’ve ever felt exhausted by dating, like it’s just another chore, you’re not alone. Dating burnout is real, and it’s not just about bad dates—it’s about emotional exhaustion, hope fatigue, and forcing connections when you’re running on empty. So, what’s the fix? It’s not doing more or forcing yourself to “just get out there.” It’s about dating from a place of energy and alignment rather than depletion. In this blog (and podcast), I’m breaking down…
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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What’s Burning You Out (and How to Fix It)
Take the Sunday CEO™ Quiz + Get Your Custom Burnout Fix
This isn’t about vibes. It’s about out why you’re overwhelmed—and exactly what to do about it so you stop white-knuckling it! You’ll discover:
🧱 Your CEO type (how you really work) | 🔥 Your burnout pattern
⚙️ Your custom system or schedule fix | 🚀 A bold next step to reclaim your time + energy
Ready to stop guessing and start recovering?
Let’s find your fix.