Breaking Up with Burn Out

Tiffany Leader, LCSW
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Burnout, burnout recovery, and burnout coaching aren’t just buzzwords—they’re lived experiences for high achievers, helping professionals, and caregivers who feel like they’re running on empty. If you’re navigating compassion fatigue, chronic stress, or the weight of therapist burnout, nurse burnout, social worker burnout, animal welfare burn out or teacher burnout, .. really ANY burn out, this space is for you. Maybe you’ve been thinking: something feels off… I can’t keep doing this. I’m exhausted. Or: I feel guilty if I say no... I should take time off, but I can’t—I feel like I’m disappointing people. I’m so overwhelmed and don’t know what to do. There isn’t any joy left, and I want it back. This podcast is a space to slow down and understand what’s really happening beneath the surface—through conversations on nervous system regulation, boundaries, and recovery practices that actually fit your real life. Hosted by Tiffany Leader, LCSW, this show blends personal experience with clinical insight to support you in moving out of survival mode and into a more grounded, sustainable way of living. Because you don’t have to keep pushing through, and you don’t have to do this alone. Lets Connect: Coffee Chat: https://calendar.app.google/zvozRHTuuLEd91PQ9 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiffany.chen.961 Threads: https://www.threads.com/@seethewonderllc Website: Https://seethewonder.net tleader.substack.com

  1. Live with Tiffany Leader & Lauren Powell

    May 27

    Live with Tiffany Leader & Lauren Powell

    We are here to talk about something we believe more families need language for: the connection between burnout and neurodivergent family caregiving. Because the exhaustion isn’t happening in a vacuum. It’s connected to advocacy, school decisions, sensory needs, meltdowns, provider communication — and the pressure to stay “fine” because someone has to be. If you are watching the replay, we’d love to hear from you in the comments or in the private messages. We love engaging with you! Talk soon!Tiffany + LaurenReal Relief Coaching Container This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tleader.substack.com

    57 min

  2. May 25

    Ep #75: Chronic Stress and the Stillness Problem

    If you’re a high achiever, helper, or caregiver who can’t seem to sit still — this episode is for you. Tiffany breaks down why stillness feels unsafe when you’re burnt out, and introduces active rest as a gentler path back to recovery. Small shifts, big relief.If you’re a high achiever, helper, caregiver, or therapist who feels like you can’t sit still — this episode is for you. Tiffany digs into why stillness feels so uncomfortable when you’re stressed or burnt out, and why your nervous system isn’t broken — it’s just trying to protect you. She introduces the concept of active rest as a gentle, practical bridge between constant doing and true recovery. From awe walks to gardening to simply lying on the floor for 10 minutes, you’ll walk away with real ideas for what rest can look like in your season of life. If burnout recovery has felt out of reach because slowing down feels unsafe, this episode will help you understand why — and give you a starting point. Links: * 100 Days of Summer — a movement challenge with coach Kayla Jeter * Awe walks — concept from coach Cassidy Cecera, Instagram: cassidy.eats * Buy me a coffee link — for listeners who want to support the podcast Connect with Tiffany & team at See the Wonder: * https://seethewonder.net * Stay in Touch * Instagram: @seethewonderllc * Schedule a Connect Call Until Next Time, Tiffany This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tleader.substack.com

    22 min

  3. May 18

    Ep. 74 Copy Moon Joy

    If you're feeling overwhelmed, depleted, and disconnected — wondering why joy feels so far away — this episode is for you. Whether you're a helper, caregiver, therapist, or high achiever running on empty, burnout has a way of dimming the light inside us. Tiffany shares how the NASA Artemis II mission became an unexpected and powerful antidote to burnout, and why joy, awe, and community aren't just feel-good extras — they're essential to your recovery. EPISODE OVERVIEW: Tiffany introduces the Artemis II Effect — four ways this 10-day mission directly counteracts burnout: community & belonging, the humanity of the crew, exploration & discovery, and awe-inspired perspective shifts. If something has felt off and you’re exhausted, this episode is a reminder that wonder is medicine. RESOURCES: * 📸 Artemis II crew photos — [click here] * Iceland Crew Research: [Click Here] * 🎥 Dr. Kelsey Young’s research — [YouTube link] * 🧵 See the Wonder on Threads — [https://www.threads.com/@seethewonderllc] * 🎁 Free 5-Step Burnout Reset — [https://seethewonder.myflodesk.com/howtotakeamoment] * 📧 info@seethewonder.net | tiffanyleader@seethewonder.net Connect with Tiffany & team at See the Wonder: * https://seethewonder.net * Stay in Touch * Instagram: @seethewonderllc * Schedule a Connect Call Until Next Time, Tiffany This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tleader.substack.com

    37 min

  4. Apr 14

    Ep. 73 Breaking Free From Burnout: Women's Hormonal Health & Holistic Wellness with Erin Trier

    Are you stuck in survival mode and wondering why health advice never seems to work for you? In this episode of the Breaking Up With Burnout podcast, burnout coach Tiffany Leader sits down with holistic health coach Erin Trier to unpack why women’s health is not one-size-fits-all — and what to do instead. What we cover: ✅ Why “blanket” health programs fail women and fuel burnout ✅ Maternal mental health: what no one told you about postpartum and hormonal shifts ✅ Cyclical energy, perimenopause, and why women are wired differently ✅ The power of community, relational health, and childlike joy in preventing burnout ✅ How to create sustainable wellness with micro-moments — no overhaul required If you’ve ever felt broken, exhausted, or like you just can’t keep up — this episode is for you. 🔗 Connect with Erin Trier: Website: eriktrier.com Instagram: @aaronktrier Podcast: Empowered and Healthy Connect with Tiffany & team at See the Wonder: https://seethewonder.net tiffanyleader@seethewonder.net Stay in Touch Instagram: @seethewonderllc Schedule a Connect Call The Wonder Well The Wonder Well Community Calls Until Next Time, Tiffany This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tleader.substack.com

    34 min

  5. Mar 25

    Ep #72 How to Avoid Burnout as an Entrepreneur: Anti-Hustle Culture Tips with Jessica Walton

    Anti-Hustle Culture with Jessica Walton Jessica Walton (The Inclusive Copywriter) shares how she built a sustainable business after burning out in a demanding government job. We discuss: * Why anti-hustle doesn’t mean anti-hard work * How rest actually boosts productivity * Setting boundaries with social media * Managing chronic illness & neurodivergence as an entrepreneur * Free wellness tools like breathing exercises and awe walks Perfect for anyone tired of the grind who wants to build a life without burnout. Connect with Jessica: https://pensight.com/x/theinclusivecopywriter https://www.instagram.com/theinclusivecopywriter/ jessica@theinclusivecopywriter.com Connect with Tiffany & team at See the Wonder: https://seethewonder.net tiffanyleader@seethewonder.net Stay in Touch Instagram: @seethewonderllc Schedule a Connect Call The Wonder Well The Wonder Well Community Calls Until Next Time, Tiffany This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tleader.substack.com

    47 min

  6. Mar 2

    Ep #71 From Survival Mode to Safety: Nervous System Healing During Cultural Instability

    In this powerful return episode of Breaking Up with Burnout, we dive into something many of us are feeling—but not always naming: the collective stress, political tension, and nervous system exhaustion impacting our daily lives. From the cultural climate in the United States to the emotional weight helpers and therapists are carrying for their clients, this conversation explores how unpredictability affects our bodies, our relationships, and our sense of safety. We unpack: * Why political instability feels like “inconsistent parenting” to the nervous system * The difference between awareness and anxiety * How collective grief mirrors childhood attachment wounds * Why shame may be driving your burnout * The courage (and discomfort) of rebuilding community post-2020 If you’ve been feeling exhausted, on edge, ashamed for not “doing more,” or torn between isolation and connection—this episode is for you. 💛 Key Takeaways * Your exhaustion makes sense. * You don’t have to stay in high alert all the time. * Rest is not betrayal. * Shame isn’t always yours to carry. * You can show up authentically without giving full access to everyone. * It’s okay to leave spaces that don’t feel aligned. Connect with Tiffany & team at See the Wonder: https://seethewonder.net tiffanyleader@seethewonder.net Stay in Touch Instagram: @seethewonderllc Schedule a Connect Call The Wonder Well The Wonder Well Community Calls Until Next Time, Tiffany This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tleader.substack.com

    43 min

  7. Feb 23

    Ep #70 Breaking Generational Burnout: Midlife Healing & Energy Alignment with Alison Stuckey

    Burnout isn’t just about doing too much — it’s often generations in the making. In this powerful episode of Breaking Up With Burnout, Tiffany sits down with intuitive energy healer Alison Stuckey to explore how ancestral conditioning, societal expectations, and midlife transitions create the perfect storm for burnout in women. Together, they discuss: * Why high-achieving women are especially vulnerable to burnout * The hidden link between generational trauma and people-pleasing * How perimenopause and midlife identity shifts trigger awakening * Chronic illness, energy blocks, and emotional suppression * Why “more is more” is a lie — and how to build in sustainable rest * How energy healing supports burnout recovery If you’re a midlife woman navigating career shifts, aging parents, changing relationships, or chronic exhaustion — this episode will help you see burnout through a completely new lens. ✨ Burnout recovery isn’t about pushing harder. It’s about realignment. About the Guest Alison Stuckey is a spiritual guide and intuitive energy healer who helps midlife women heal ancestral wounds, release energetic blocks, and reconnect with their purpose, passion, and vitality. Based in Toronto, she works with clients globally through virtual sessions. Connect with Alison: Alison Stuckey Founder Alison Stuckey Spiritual Guide and Intuitive Energy Healer www.alisonstuckey.com Book with me: Access my Calendar Connect with Tiffany & team at See the Wonder: https://seethewonder.net tiffanyleader@seethewonder.net Stay in Touch Instagram: @seethewonderllc Schedule a Connect Call The Wonder Well The Wonder Well Community Calls Until Next Time, Tiffany This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tleader.substack.com

    32 min

  8. Feb 16

    Ep #69: The Forgotten Ones

    In this heartfelt episode of Breaking Up with Burnout, Tiffany Leader, therapist, burnout recovery coach, and founder of See the Wonder, explores the hidden cost of being the “forgotten” frontline worker—the one who keeps showing up, holding space, and pushing through… even when it hurts. Inspired by conversations inside the Wonder Well Community, Tiffany unpacks: * Why helpers, caregivers, and high achievers become invisible * How over-functioning and proving our worth fuel burnout * The nervous system toll of always being “the strong one” * Capacity blindness and ignoring your body’s signals * Why rest feels like failure—and how to reframe it * The power of boundaries as a path to sustainability If you’re a therapist, social worker, coach, healthcare provider, first responder, or simply someone who carries a lot for others, this episode will help you reconnect with your limits, your body, and your worth. You are not weak for crashing.You’re exhausted from being strong for too long. It’s time to remember yourself. In this heartfelt episode of Breaking Up with Burnout, Tiffany Leader, therapist, burnout recovery coach, and founder of See the Wonder, explores the hidden cost of being the “forgotten” frontline worker—the one who keeps showing up, holding space, and pushing through… even when it hurts. Inspired by conversations inside the Wonder Well Community, Tiffany unpacks: * Why helpers, caregivers, and high achievers become invisible * How over-functioning and proving our worth fuel burnout * The nervous system toll of always being “the strong one” * Capacity blindness and ignoring your body’s signals * Why rest feels like failure—and how to reframe it * The power of boundaries as a path to sustainability If you’re a therapist, social worker, coach, healthcare provider, first responder, or simply someone who carries a lot for others, this episode will help you reconnect with your limits, your body, and your worth. You are not weak for crashing.You’re exhausted from being strong for too long. It’s time to remember yourself. The Wonder Well Community Calls Connect with Tiffany & team at See the Wonder: https://seethewonder.net tiffanyleader@seethewonder.net Stay in Touch Instagram: @seethewonderllc Schedule a Connect Call The Wonder Well Until Next Time, Tiffany This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tleader.substack.com

    25 min
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Burnout, burnout recovery, and burnout coaching aren’t just buzzwords—they’re lived experiences for high achievers, helping professionals, and caregivers who feel like they’re running on empty. If you’re navigating compassion fatigue, chronic stress, or the weight of therapist burnout, nurse burnout, social worker burnout, animal welfare burn out or teacher burnout, .. really ANY burn out, this space is for you. Maybe you’ve been thinking: something feels off… I can’t keep doing this. I’m exhausted. Or: I feel guilty if I say no... I should take time off, but I can’t—I feel like I’m disappointing people. I’m so overwhelmed and don’t know what to do. There isn’t any joy left, and I want it back. This podcast is a space to slow down and understand what’s really happening beneath the surface—through conversations on nervous system regulation, boundaries, and recovery practices that actually fit your real life. Hosted by Tiffany Leader, LCSW, this show blends personal experience with clinical insight to support you in moving out of survival mode and into a more grounded, sustainable way of living. Because you don’t have to keep pushing through, and you don’t have to do this alone. Lets Connect: Coffee Chat: https://calendar.app.google/zvozRHTuuLEd91PQ9 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiffany.chen.961 Threads: https://www.threads.com/@seethewonderllc Website: Https://seethewonder.net tleader.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Tiffany Leader, LCSW
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    86
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tiffany Leader
  • Show Website
    Breaking Up with Burn Out