The Distracted Dreamer
Get ready to confidently and unapologetically go after dreams! Welcome to The Distracted Dreamer Podcast.
Today is the day you’re going to pull your dreams off the shelf and bring them to the forefront of your life. You are never too tired, too busy, too old, too young, too anything to pursue your dreams.
Imagine… the joy and excitement of doing what lights you up. Your dreams are yours. No one gets to take them from you and no one gets to chase them - except you. Your dreams are there to guide you, to inspire you and to show you that yes, there is something more in store for you.
You see, the size of your dreams don’t matter - it could be running a marathon, reading a book series, perfecting that family recipe, traveling the world, or learning to dance.
I’m Carlene Bauwens, entrepreneur, Life Coach and now host of The Distracted Dreamer podcast. I’m here to show you how to kick distraction to the curb and grab hold of your dreams. Your happiness matters. You have a big, beautiful, amazing life to live. And you've only got one of them. Welcome to the Distracted Dreamer Podcast.
The Distracted Dreamer
#17: Feeling Drained? How to Recognize, Prevent and Recover from Burnout
Burnout isn’t just about long hours—it’s about how we think about our work, stress, and responsibilities. If you’ve been feeling emotionally exhausted, physically drained, or stuck in a cycle of stress, I want you to know there’s a way out. In this episode, I’ll help you recognize the signs of burnout, understand what’s really causing it, and give you practical steps to recover. I’ve been there before, and now I’m sharing what truly works to reset your energy, prevent burnout, and create a life that fuels you instead of draining you.
00:00 Introduction to Burnout
00:23 Welcome to the Distracted Dreamer Podcast
00:45 Listener Concerns and Episode Pivot
02:32 Understanding Burnout vs. Regular Stress
03:12 The Real Cause of Burnout
03:49 Mindset and Burnout
06:03 Handling Stress and Burnout
06:30 Personal Experience with Burnout
08:05 Defining Burnout and Stress
10:54 The Natural Cycle of Stress
15:15 Distinguishing Real vs. Imagined Stress
16:23 Action Plan to Manage Stress
17:46 Understanding Burnout: Turning Down the Dial
19:21 The Stress Cycle Explained
22:48 Releasing Stress: Practical Steps
28:56 Preventing Burnout: Daily Habits
33:56 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts
36:04 Legal Disclaimer
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