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How to Build a Burnout-Proof Morning Routine That Works for You (Copy)
Most morning routine advice is total BS—especially for high achievers.
You don’t need a 2-hour checklist of meditation, journaling, cold plunges, and green smoothies to start your day right. You need a simple, sustainable routine that actually fuels your energy and focus—without wasting time.
In this post, we’re ditching the cookie-cutter “miracle morning” fluff and breaking down how to create a burnout-proof morning routine that works for YOU.
✔ No rigid rules—just a structure that supports your energy.
✔ No guilt—because missing a day shouldn’t mean “starting over.”
✔ No wasted time—just intentional habits that set you up for success.
Ready to make your mornings work for you? Let’s build a routine that actually lasts.
The Mistakes I've Made in the Past Year (So You Can Avoid Them)
Burnout doesn’t just drain your energy—it drains your wallet. Over the past year, I wasted $10K–$15K on courses, coaching, and tools I wasn’t even ready for. Not because they were bad, but because I invested at the wrong time.
High achievers do this all the time. We hit a wall, panic, and think more = progress—but when you’re already overwhelmed, adding more just buries you further.
Before you invest, ask yourself: Do I have the capacity to actually implement this? If not, you’re just collecting expensive information. Let’s talk about how to stop wasting money and start making smarter investments.
Are ‘Productivity’ Tools Actually Killing Your Productivity?
You downloaded the app. You set up the perfect system. You told yourself, “This is it—this is the tool that’s finally going to help me stay organized and productive.”
But instead of making work easier, it’s just another thing to check, update, and manage. Instead of helping you focus, it bombards you with notifications, overdue tasks, and an overwhelming list of things you “should” be doing.
So, is your productivity tool actually making you less productive?
In this post, we’re breaking down exactly why most productivity apps fail—and more importantly, how to fix it using Notion. If you’re tired of tools that create more chaos than clarity, let’s build a system that actually works for YOU.
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.
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.