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In this episode, Kristen sits down with returning guest Emily to talk about burnout and the version that often goes unnoticed: hidden burnout.

They explore what it looks like to keep showing up, performing well, and checking all the boxes while feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected, and flat on the inside. From Sunday scaries and overwhelming to do lists to the pressure of being the go to person at work and in life, this conversation breaks down how burnout can build quietly over time.

Kristen and Emily share personal experiences with high functioning burnout, including moments of withdrawal, reduced motivation, irritability, and that unsettling feeling of going through the motions. They also unpack how anxiety, people pleasing, and control can fuel burnout without us even realizing it.

Throughout the episode, they reflect on subtle signs like mental fog, lack of fulfillment, and emotional numbness, along with how burnout can show up in relationships, work, and self perception.

They also talk through practical ways to manage it, including setting boundaries, letting go of control, delegating tasks, and creating space to rest without guilt. Plus, the soda analogy you didn’t know you needed to finally understand what burnout actually feels like.

If you have ever felt like you are doing everything right but still feel off, this episode is for you.

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