How do you know if you’re burnt out — or if it’s ADHD, sensitivity, or trauma?

The signs can overlap. The fixes? Completely different.

When you follow advice that wasn’t made for your wiring, it can make burnout worse — not better.

After years working with ADHD, HSPs, and women in trauma recovery, I’ve learned there’s a nervous system “pattern” behind each type of burnout.

Once you know yours, you can stop forcing fixes that don’t work and start supporting yourself in a way made for you.

I break down th...

For some of us, surface-level strategies land like empty calories. They might be useful in theory, but if they don’t meet the depth of our lived experience, our body knows instantly:

“This isn’t it.”

That depth isn’t a flaw or a barrier. It’s your natural intelligence. It’s the well you draw from when you’re at your best… the place where real insight, courage, and sustainable change are born.

The problem is, most leadership advice is built for speed and output, not for people whose strength lies in discernment.

We’ll unpack:

• Why your nervous system might be blocking the clarity you’ve worked so hard for

• The deeper question your career fog is really asking — that no mentor or quiz can answer

• The beliefs silently keeping you in roles and rhythms that don’t fit (even when you “should” be grateful)

You’ll also hear my personal story of moving home, publishing a book, and still feeling lost — and what finally helped me come back into alignment without burning everything down.

If you’ve ever said, “I feel like I’m meant for so...

What if burnout is more about your Mum & Dad, than your workload or type? 

In this episode, we explore:

You’ll learn:

Are you constantly debating whether you’re being lazy—or genuinely need rest? This one question can reveal exactly what your nervous system is telling you.

If you’re a high-achieving, emotionally aware professional walking the tightrope between discipline and burnout, this episode offers the nervous system-based clarity you've been craving. Sheridan Ruth, somatic therapist and burnout coach, shares the exact question she uses to stay aligned with her energy—without abandoning her ambition.

In this episode you will:

The paradox is that present mothers with thriving businesses aren’t posting on social media about it… which makes you doubt if it’s even possible.

I’m speaking with Sarah Greener, a business coach and founder of the Moxie Roadmap, about how to structure your life and business in a way that honors your nervous system and long-term vision—without falling into hustle traps or outdated models of success.

Worry. Procrastination. Perfectionism. Over-delivering.

Signs your nervous system is seeking safety in the familiar: scarcity, hustle, and proving your worth.

If you’ve ever felt success trigger self-sabotage or burnout… this episode is for you.

Inside, I share the 5 questions (from page 132 of Somatic Intelligence for Success) that will help you expand your capacity for visibility, abundance, and support—without collapse.

Listen now. 13 minutes.

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Burnout, Body Image & the Nervous System: Why Self-Hate Isn’t a Sustainable Strategy for Results

You’re doing the workouts, tracking the meals, and still wondering—why does this feel so hard? Why does my body resist change, even when I’m doing “everything right”?

In this conversation with women’s fitness coach Megan Hardy, we unpack the emotional cost of pushing your body from a place of self-criticism. Whether you're postpartum, post-burnout, or just stuck in the cycle of “fixing” your body instead of befriending it, this episode explores what really shifts physical results—hint: it’s not just macros or reps, but the state your nervous system is in when you take action. We...

Are you secretly exhausted from doing it all—but still struggle to let go of control?

Whether you’re a founder, team lead, or solo operator, delegation can stir up more than just workflow stress. If you’ve experienced betrayal (whether in business, friendship, or childhood) your nervous system may have learned to associate asking for help with getting hurt. In this episode, we unpack what’s really happening beneath the surface.

In today’s episode learn: 

 – Why hyper-independence and over-control are often rooted in trauma, not personality

– How one client moved from chron...

In 2018, I found myself frozen—standing under a running shower, dreading another day of trying to show up online while feeling completely invisible. I’d just mentally quit my business after another spiral of comparison and self-doubt. Every time I opened a blank Google Doc, my voice disappeared. On sales calls, my chest would tighten, and my brain fogged over. I felt broken.

But that day, I tried one thing: a breath practice I’d learned in my somatic trauma therapy training.

It didn’t fix everything.

But it helped me step out of the s...

Have you ever been told to “just get clear on your needs”... and felt even more confused?

Because when your nervous system is dysregulated, even that well-meaning advice can send you on a wild goose chase.

In this episode, we explore why identifying and meeting your needs can feel exhausting—especially when you’re in fight, flight, freeze, or fawn.

You’ll learn why what feels like a need—rest, journaling, asking for something—is sometimes just an outdated survival mechanism.

✨ Inside, we’ll explore:

– How to tell the difference between y...

Bookkeeping or tax prep make you want to shut down, explode, or avoid it altogether?

In this episode, we’re unpacking the surprising intersection between your nervous system, the Drama Triangle, and your relationship to money. Whether you over-control your finances, avoid them completely, or oscillate between burnout and guilt (there’s likely a deeper emotional role you’ve unconsciously taken on. And it’s not just draining your energy) it’s shaping your entire relationship with responsibility, safety, and success.

We’re gonna be brutally honest about the emotional toll of visibility, marketing, and showing up in your business when you’re running on empty—and present the only way forward.

If you're navigating burnout but still want to grow, lead, or launch—this episode is for you. Whether you’re hiding from your content calendar or staring at your inbox like it's a personal attack, this conversation will help you understand what’s actually happening in your nervous system and why pushing through isn’t working anymore. You’re not lazy. You’re dysregulated. And your body is trying to...

You finally said no.

You held the boundary.

And now… your body feels like it’s spiraling.

Maybe your chest is tight.

Maybe you want to over-explain, soften, apologize, or take it all back.

Maybe you feel like you were too much. Or not enough.

If you’ve been taught to equate love, safety, or connection with keeping others happy, this episode is for you.

In just a few minutes, you’ll move through a gentle, body-based practice designed to support:

The part of you t...

If you’ve ever opened your bank account with a pit in your stomach and thought,

“Maybe if I just get that next certification… then I’ll feel ready. Then the money will come.”

—this episode is for you.

I’ve been on both sides of this:

Investing in something I didn’t need from a place of fear...and regretting it.

And choosing further education against industry advice—and feeling deeply empowered by it.

Credentials don’t equal confidence and chasing them from a place of imposter syndrome ca...

Do you keep pushing through exhaustion, telling yourself "just one more thing"—while your body whispers (or screams) that something’s not right?

In a culture that praises overworking and punishes rest, it's no wonder burnout and chronic pain are at an all-time high—especially for those in helping roles, entrepreneurship, and service-based work. 

Listen to the end to: 

You’ve got the plan, the task list, and the desire - but you still can’t bring yourself to post, present, or speak up. Whether you’re freezing before a big meeting, ghosting your own marketing, or endlessly tweaking without hitting publish… the problem isn’t your productivity…. Or your mindset… Or your strategy…

In this episode, we break down how nervous system shutdown (not laziness or lack of discipline) is behind burnout, perfectionism, and the paralysis that keeps you from showing up. Whether you feel disconnected at work or drained by visibility, you’ll learn why pushing throug...

Feeling overwhelmed trying to keep up with AI and constant work demands? You're not alone—here is exactly how to make yourself burnout & AI-proof :) 

AI tools promise productivity… but they’re also quietly pushing us toward burnout. If you’ve felt anxious, scattered, or stuck in survival mode, your nervous system might be on overdrive. This episode explores why regulating your body (not pushing forward) is the smartest way to stay grounded, creative, and irreplaceable in an AI-driven economy.

By the end of this episode you’ll know

I can barely spend 3 minutes on IG without feeling tension in my chest these days.

But, when you’re a small business owner/practitioner/coach or looking at buildings with social media… How do you do it when you’d much rather be drinking tea in the sun with a friend?

I’ve contemplated this a lot, and been experimenting with clients.

We’ve used these 2 questions to keep building and growing without relying on social media, without even needing websites, and without feeling tension in our jaw and text neck all d...

How over-accommodating leads to exhaustion and what nervous system safety makes possible instead.

Today’s episode is for every woman who’s ever said:

By the end of the episode you’ll know more on 

Overwhelmed choosing what to sell or how to create sustainable income… and worried about picking incorrectly?

In this episode you'll learn:

— My story of failed offers and burnout

— The 5-step process to create a sustainable, aligned offer

— How to know if you have the real energy to deliver it (based on your neurobiology)

Recommended next episodes:

166: 3 Steps to Ease Anxiety After Sales Calls Using Somatic Practices

96: How To Qualify Leads Without Sounding Weird & Salesy (Trauma-Informed Business) 

71: Don’t Overcome Fear Of Rejectio...

The full Future Self Visualization for Nervous System Safety is now live on Insight Timer, and it’s linked in the show notes.

It’s not just about visioning. It’s about repatterning what your body believes is possible.

Let yourself taste the next version of your life—before you make it happen. That’s how we change the path.

✨ Listen to the full meditation here

🧠 Want to understand how your nervous system blocks visibility or income? Start with Episode 186 - click here

Future Self Meditation:

Click he...

Why do you keep saying "yes" to things you know drain your energy—and then end up burned out, resentful, and overwhelmed?

If saying no feels physically unsafe or emotionally risky, you're not weak—your body is protecting you based on old wiring.

In this episode you’ll:

...

Learn a 3 nervous system based process to create higher client conversion, work with clients for longer & receive more referrals. 

Ever poured hours into a launch, a sales page, or content—only to hear crickets? What if the problem isn’t your offer?

This episode dives deep into the often-ignored truth behind low conversions: when you're in freeze, perfectionism, or burnout, it shows up in your marketing—and your clients can feel it.

In this episode you’ll

Do you ever feel unstoppable one moment - crafting content, planning offers, mapping out launches—only to crash days later, completely drained and ashamed for not keeping up?

This episode dives deep into the urgency-output-collapse loop so many high-performing creatives and entrepreneurs fall into. If you've ever wondered why your motivation suddenly disappears or why consistency feels impossible, you're not alone… and you're not broken. There's a nervous system pattern behind it, and today, we unpack it.

Book - Somatic Intelligence for Success

Nervous system alignment to prevent burnout and leave an impact.

Purchase here.

Regulation Cheat Sheet PDF

Learn to regulate with practices you'll actually use. No need for more time, space or privacy. Download here.

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Join The Academy where visionary leaders build their businesses and bank accounts without sacrificing well-being.

Through nervous system regulation tools, body-based trauma therapy, and practical business tips, you learn how to create a business that leaves a...

Are you constantly giving away your time, energy, or expertise for free—and wondering why it's so hard to say no?

If you’ve ever agreed to a “quick coffee chat,” a free trial, or unpaid mentoring—even when it didn’t feel right—this episode reveals the real reasons behind the pattern. It's not just about confidence; it's about how your body is wired and the social pressures that keep you stuck in over-giving mode.

In this episode you’ll gain: 

Ever feel like you're just faking it, and one day, everyone will find out you’re not as capable as they think? What if I told you imposter syndrome isn’t just in your head—it’s in your body?

If self-doubt keeps holding you back, it’s not because you aren’t good enough—it’s because your nervous system perceives visibility and success as a threat.Today we cover: 

Are you exhausted but still convincing yourself you should be able to handle it all? What if your burnout isn’t just stress — but a nervous system warning sign that it’s time to let go?

In this episode, we explore the hidden link between burnout, nervous system dysregulation, and your resistance to delegating. If all roads in your business or leadership role still lead to you — and it’s costing your sleep, sanity, and success.

You’ll learn: 

Fear of failure paralyzed me. It pushed me to try so hard, and feel genuinely afraid to rest… that I repelled clients and burnt out. Entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster… and too many founders fear failure so much that they overwork themselves into burnout. In this episode, Paul shares his six-year startup journey, how ignoring warning signs led to exhaustion, and what he learned from interviewing 50 entrepreneurs about resilience, intuition, and business recovery.

By listening you will: 

Do you avoid public speaking because you think it’s only for professional speakers? What if speaking up could actually boost your business, clarify your message, and help you stand out—without stepping on a big stage?

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or in the corporate world, being able to communicate your ideas clearly and confidently is crucial. Public speaking isn’t just about giving speeches—it’s about owning your voice, refining your message, and creating opportunities. In this episode, we break down why public speaking matters—even if you never plan to be on stage.<...

Why does rest never seem to fix your exhaustion? Why does stepping back make you feel guilty?

The truth is, hustle culture isn’t just a mindset—it’s woven into our nervous system, especially for women. In this episode, we’re unpacking the deep conditioning that keeps us stuck in cycles of overwork and depletion. More importantly, we’ll explore how somatic trauma healing can help us rewire our relationship with rest, work, and success.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on empty but still questioning whether you’re doing enough, this conversatio...

Ever feel completely drained but still wired inside? Struggle to follow through on tasks no matter how much you try to “just rest”? ADHD burnout isn’t the same as neurotypical burnout, and traditional advice often makes it worse.

ADHD burnout is more than just exhaustion—it’s a nervous system issue, often caused by overcommitment, perfectionism, masking, and executive dysfunction. If you’ve ever felt trapped in cycles of hyperfocus followed by extreme crashes, this episode is for you. Learn why “just resting” doesn’t work and how somatic tools can be the game-changer for your motivation, energy...

If accomplishing your dreams, or completing your to-do list feels overwhelming, it’s not a strategy problem—it’s a safety problem. 

In today’s episode you’ll learn: 

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Join The Academy where visionary leaders build their businesses and bank accounts without sacrificing well-being.

Through nervous system regulation tools, body-based trauma therapy, and practical business tips, you learn how to create a business that leav...

If selling makes you feel anxious, if you overthink your pricing, or if you struggle to talk about money without feeling weird about it—this episode is for you. The truth is, selling isn’t just about having the right script or strategy. It’s about how your nervous system responds to the experience of asking for money, receiving it, and holding success.

Today, we’re diving into: 

Have you ever felt like your perfectionist tendencies are holding you back, even when you know you want to show up fully and authentically in your business? Do you find yourself second-guessing your actions or questioning if you're "doing it right"?

In this episode, I’m sharing a beautiful, real coaching call from inside The Academy where we dive into how perfectionism is deeply tied to our inner critic and the “mother wound.” Through somatic work, we uncover how nurturing, protecting, and guiding ourselves is key to healing perfectionism and allowing our true desires to lead. If you've...

Do you ever wonder if you could really make more money by following a proven formula? Have you been promised a quick income boost but ended up feeling disappointed when the results didn’t match your expectations?

I totally get it. I've been there. In this episode, I share the raw, real story of my first coaching program where I followed all the steps and still didn’t hit the financial goal. But through deep personal healing, I realized the true power didn’t lie in external success—it came from within. It came from cultivating an embodied...

Do you find yourself constantly exhausted, battling decision fatigue, or feeling stuck despite your best efforts to stay disciplined?

If you’re like me or my clients, most traditional productivity advice just doesn't work. It drains you, makes you second-guess yourself, and feel overwhelmed. In today’s episode, we’ll explore why productivity hacks fail—and what truly works for women like you who want to operate in alignment with their body’s unique needs :)

We're covering:

You want to make the "right choice" - I get it. So you're second-guessing yourself or wondering if you're doing the right thing and the mental back-and-forth can drain your energy and slow down your business's growth. But what if you could start making decisions with clarity, confidence, and ease—without the constant overwhelm?

By the end of the episode you'll know:

Group & 1:1 support

Join The Academy where visionary le...

But if you’ve ever thought, “Once I hit $10K months, I’ll feel more relaxed,” or “Once my calendar is fully booked, I’ll feel secure,” you probably already know—that moment never really comes. 

Today, we’re breaking down the three biggest mistakes ambitious women make when they try to slow down—because slowing down isn’t just about doing less.

By the end of the episode you’ll know: