Burn Brightly with Hannah Austin

In this episode of Burn Brightly, host Hannah Austin engages in a profound conversation with wellness advocates Miriam and Jaqueline.Together, they unravel the complex ties between physical health and mental wellness, explore how critical illnesses can shake mental stability, and stress the crucial step of recognizing and tackling burnout.The conversation pivots to the power of seeking support, the role of empathy in healing, and leveraging data to reform healthcare and corporate systems. The guests highlight the personal nature of burnout, advocating for self-honor and finding joy in work. They call for self-advocacy, cultural shifts in the workplace, and embracing the transformative shift from adversity to enlightenment.

In this heartfelt episode of the Burn Brightly podcast, we’re joined by Kathy, who shares her transformative journey from a place of loneliness and strength to one of healing and self-discovery.Kathy reflects on her past TEDx talk experience, comparing her feelings of hollowness then to her current sense of groundedness and self-assurance. She offers insights into the difference between being strong and being healthy, and how self-care is about knowing and advocating for oneself.For those feeling a sense of emptiness, Kathy provides gentle advice to start looking at themselves with the same grace they would offer a child. She emphasizes the power of making decisions for oneself and the importance of internal validation.

In today's episode, Hannah shares her personal journey from corporate burnout to a balanced and fulfilling life. The discussion unfolds through pivotal moments, such as recognizing the need for change, creating a plan, and experiencing the positive ripple effect of prioritizing self-care. Hannah's candid reflections offer a relatable and empowering guide for those navigating their own burnout experiences.

In a world flooded with influencers and a barrage of 'best practices,' it's easy to lose our individuality in the pursuit of someone else's version of success. We've all been there, caught up in the race for that elusive corporate ladder or the perfect facade. But guess what? Life isn't one-size-fits-all. It's about tapping into your authenticity and embracing what works for YOU.Reflecting on societal pressures and personal aspirations, today Hannah shares her own journey of redefining success and embracing what truly aligns with her passions. From the corporate climb to realizing she craved creativity, learn how she silenced the noise and tuned into her gut.

In this episode, Hannah interviews YouTube Coach and Strategist Trena Little, on The Power of Prioritizing Yourself. Trena landed a “good” job with a government agency right out of college, but after 7 years of feeling like her soul was being ripped out every time she arrived in the parking lot, it was time for a change! Hannah and Trena dive into the magic of changing everything about your life in a moment, building something new, and the challenges and rewards that come with it. Listen in to discover more about leveraging your time to avoid burnout, prioritising yourself over traditional success markers and dancing with imposter syndrome when building something new.

In today's episode, Hannah shares insights on moving forward from burnout without regret. The discussion begins by recognizing burnout beyond the conventional signs, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and addressing burnout as the first step toward positive change.Hannah dives into the challenges of setting realistic expectations, particularly for women in society juggling multiple roles. The conversation unfolds with a focus on crafting a forward-focused plan, offering a personal mission statement as a guide for envisioning a fulfilling life.Listen today to discover the power of embracing change and moving forward from burnout.

In this episode, Christina Scalera shares her journey from landing her dream job as an in-house trademark attorney right out of law school to realizing that it felt more like a nightmare. Despite building a successful seven-figure business, Christina experienced burnout and decided to sell her company. The conversation explores the seasons of burnout and how a pivot became the catalyst for reigniting her passion. Christina is now focused on coaching and consulting through her website, helping business owners build seven-figure-plus businesses using tech talk and social media, and assisting those considering selling their businesses.

In this episode, Anna Huff joins me to share her journey of learning to say “yes” to big changes in her career in order to fulfill her dream and make more time and freedom in her life. Anna is a mindset and marketing coach for online service providers. Anna empowers women to kick self-doubt to the curb and tap into their limitless potential. Like many others, Anna began her career after college thinking that was what she wanted to do for the rest of her life until burnout set in. She knew it was time to make a change. Did you know that as well as hosting the Burn Brightly podcast, I’m a published author. My book Hello, Head, Meet Heart is the breakthrough story and self-help guide by yours truly, all about HOW to tap into your extraordinary life. You can find it in both paperback and eBook on https://sheshatters.com and Amazon.com.

In this episode, I’ll be sharing my five tips for avoiding burnout. When you're facing burnout, it can be really hard to even sit down and think about how to turn things around, but it is possible! Tune into the episode to find out more. You can also download my free guide, 5 Tips to Prevent Burnout here.

We live in a fast paced society, and we are constantly trying to keep up and reach for “success”. But we may be settling unrealistic expectations, or we're being unrealistic with our timelines. In this episode, Hannah dives into what burnout looks like versus what finding the balance looks like. Learn all about Hannah’s creation, The Burn Brightly Model that includes 6 steps to slowing the burn and finding balance.There is no quick fix to break free from burnout but you can absolutely get started today. You can transition from burnout to brilliance. If you’re unsure about where you are at with all of this, I have a free quiz to help you see where you sit on the burnout scale and how you can cool things down. Visit https://sheshatters.com/quiz/ to get started!