Burnout Coaching
You’re used to carrying a lot. Deadlines. Expectations. People depending on you. And for the most part, you’ve managed it. You’ve always found a way to push through.
But now? You’re running on fumes.
It’s harder to focus. Everything feels heavier. You’re getting more done but feeling less satisfied. The work that used to energize you now feels like a drain. And when people ask how you’re doing, you find yourself saying, “I’m fine”, but you’re not.
This isn’t just stress. This might be burnout.
Burnout doesn’t happen all at once. It creeps in slowly, exhaustion that doesn’t go away, cynicism that builds, motivation that fades. You might notice:
You may be trying to convince yourself that it’s not that bad.
That it’s just a busy season. That you’ll bounce back once the pressure eases. But it’s been months. Maybe longer. And beneath it all, there’s a quiet inner voice asking, “Is this really sustainable?”
What is Burnout?
Burnout is more than just chronic stress. The World Health Organization defines it as “a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed,” characterized by three dimensions: feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion, increased mental distance from one’s job (or feelings of negativism or cynicism), and reduced professional efficacy.
Burnout can affect anyone, but especially those who take on a lot, say yes too often, hold themselves to impossibly high standards, or struggle to separate their worth from their work. It’s common among high performers, perfectionists, and those who care deeply about doing things well.
How Burnout Happens
Burnout is often the result of sustained, chronic stress, especially when we feel unsupported, undervalued, or like we can’t rest without guilt. It can stem from overwork, yes, but also from misalignment. When your role, values, and workload are out of sync, burnout takes root.
Leaders, executives, and professionals are especially vulnerable. You’re not just managing tasks, you’re holding space for others, making decisions with high stakes, and trying to stay composed even when you’re falling apart inside.
Many of my clients tell me they didn’t even realize how burned out they were until something gave, a health scare, a difficult conversation, or simply waking up one morning and realizing they had nothing left to give.
Ways People Talk Themselves Out of Getting Help:
Burnout doesn’t go away on its own. Left unchecked, it erodes your health, your relationships, and your sense of self.
The Consequences of Burnout
Burnout doesn’t stay neatly contained at the office. It follows you home, into your conversations, your sleep, your relationships.
You might find yourself snapping at loved ones, feeling too drained to be present with your kids, or pulling away from the people you care about most. It changes how you see yourself, too. Confidence slips. You start to wonder, “What happened to me?”
Physically, it shows up as chronic fatigue, tension headaches, digestive issues, or that bone-deep exhaustion that no amount of rest seems to fix. Left too long, burnout can become something harder to untangle, depression, anxiety, or serious health concerns.
Professionally, it can result in reduced effectiveness, strained relationships at work, and difficulty making decisions or staying motivated. It can damage careers, stall promotions, and impact entire teams.
You’re Not Alone (Even If It Feels That Way)
One of the hardest parts of burnout is how isolating it can feel. From the outside, you may still look “successful.”
You’re hitting your targets. You’re keeping up appearances. But inside, it’s a different story, and few people know the toll it’s taking. This work creates space for you to speak honestly. You don’t have to pretend you’re fine. Most clients tell me they’ve been waiting a long time for a conversation like this.
Burnout Isn’t a Weakness, It’s a Signal
You’re not burned out because you’re weak or incapable.
You’re burned out because you’ve been strong for too long without enough support, space, or restoration. That’s not a flaw in your character. It’s a consequence of being human.
Burnout is your body and mind asking for something different. It’s not the end of your capacity—it’s the beginning of a new chapter, one where you lead and live with more sustainability and self-respect.
What Burnout Coaching Looks Like
This is a space to be honest. To stop pretending. To say, out loud, what you’ve been carrying silently for far too long.
Together, we’ll work on more than just getting you back to functioning—we’ll help you rebuild in a way that feels sustainable, grounded, and more true to who you are.
- Understand the patterns that led you here—without judgment
- Identify what’s draining you and what needs to change
- Reconnect to what actually matters to you
- Set boundaries that protect your time, energy, and values
- Build recovery practices that restore your capacity
Outcomes You Can Expect
Burnout doesn’t just affect your performance, it changes how you relate to the people you care about. When you’re constantly depleted, it’s hard to show up for your partner, kids, or friends the way you want to. Coaching helps you come back to yourself, so you can also come back to them.
Why This Work Matters
Recovering from burnout isn’t about “getting back to normal”, especially if normal wasn’t working. It’s about creating a different way forward. One that honours your limits, your humanity, and your desire to live a life that’s rich with meaning, not just output.
And yes, it takes courage. It takes honesty.
It takes being willing to say: “Something needs to change.”
But once you do, things can get better.
What If It Could Feel Different?
Imagine waking up with a sense of calm instead of dread. Imagine having energy at the end of the day—not just for work, but for the people and things you love. Imagine making decisions from a place of clarity, not exhaustion.
This is possible.Let’s Talk
If burnout has been whispering, or shouting, at you, don’t wait for it to get worse. Reach out. Let’s explore what’s happening, what’s possible, and whether this kind of coaching is right for you. Let’s start with a free 20-minute conversation. We’ll look at what’s happening, where you want to go, and whether this work is the right fit.
You’re not broken. You’re tired. Let’s help you find your way back.
