Between Hustle Culture, Work-From-Home, and other trends and changes in the work and business culture, we’ve seen a large rise in burnout within the community and so we’ve become very interested in hosting conversations around how folks can avoid or overcome burnout.
Jasmine Lopez

With sharing how I overcame burnout, I should probably begin with how I ended up there. At the time, I was juggling attending two acting classes from different schools, training with two vocal coaches, attending events where I could connect with creative people to possibly collaborate, attending high school and a dual enrollment at a local university, and lastly trying to spend time with my friends. Read more>>
Danielle Hurts

Navigating the challenges of a career as a tax professional presents itself in various forms. One is expected to possess comprehensive knowledge and comprehend the intricacies of the trade. Transitioning from receiving minimal compensation at large corporations to venturing out independently into the world can be daunting, leading to moments of self-doubt. Read more>>
Suzy Anderson

Unlike other photographers who take on 30+ weddings a year, I I deliberately limit myself to a select number of weddings each year to avoid burnout. This decision is grounded in my commitment to maintaining a high-quality client experience. Read more>>
LeeAnn Barnes

Burnout is a catch 22. On one hand it’s exhausting, all consuming and sucks the passion out of what you’re doing. On the other hand, burnout is typical of being busy, often times following success and reaching new levels of your career. I’ve experienced burnout many, many times. It’s when you reach a level of exhaustion that you REALLY need a break from what you’re doing to refocus.. Read more>>
Sean Petersen

Unfortunately, experiencing burnout is very common nowadays, as it can be challenging to maintain a good work-life balance. I’ve struggled with burnout myself several times because of poor stress management, but over the years, I’ve learned how to overcome it more efficiently. Read more>>
Phalandra Squires

During Covid I used my sewing skills to make masks. I am also a Registered Nurse, so helping people is what I do. I showed the mask to some of the doctors I worked with in the ER to make sure they were safe. I was working 7 days a week from 7:30am to like 3:00 am. It started to be very draining and overwhelming. Read more>>
Molly Ryan

Whenever I feel like I am burnt out or start to feel as such, I try to remind myself that it’s okay to take breaks and to rest when I am tired. I can’t expect myself to constantly make content, everyday, all day. I have to take time for myself as well. I have to listen to my body when it is telling me it’s tired. Read more>>
Chanel Cooper

Blessedly, I am in a position in my career, where I am able to have control over my work schedule. This has been extremely relieving for me, being able to give myself what I need in order to keep going. I make sure to give myself one Saturday day off a month and create variety in my schedule. I work in a very hospitable environment, where we are happily tending to the needs of others. Read more>>
Kay Hunt

I talk a lot about burnout. I actually have a whole blog post about it because it’s become so common in my routine. So needless to say, I don’t think I’m good at giving advice on how to avoid it. I cannot avoid burnout. This leads me to my first piece of advice on OVERCOMING burnout, which is, to recognize that it is probably going to happen! And that’s okay. Once I realized that burnout wasn’t something for me to avoid, then I could come up with ways to recover from it. Read more>>
Lauren Funchion

I think it’s impossible to avoid the burnout. Especially when you have a passion for what you’re doing. The work can consume you. Our careers can be our obsessions, it’s what we eat, drink & think about all the time. Which can be beautiful & wicked. It’s hard to know what events or clients to say yes & no to, or where to take your breaks in life so you don’t keep going going going on accident. Read more>>
Stephanie Ordaz

Acknowledging my mind is tired and needs rest. Read more>>
Morgan Markowski

It’s inevitable to feel burnt out as an entrepreneur or creator. You’re the one responsible for your business operations, income, marketing, and so much more. Then you also have to consider what your lifestyle looks like. Habits, rituals, family, socializing, self care, etc. aka… your own lifestyle operations. Read more>>
Sarah Caicedo Erica Quince

In our industry there is not a lot of room left for ourselves and burn out is a real thing and I feel like a lot of people don’t talk about burn out and mental health as stylists and colorists. We work with the public not only face to face but hands on which takes a lot of energy standing, talking and creating. By the time we have a moment to ourselves we are so burnt out there is no quality time left over. We have a few tricks we do as a colorist and co-owners that help elevate that feeling as i know it all too well. Read more>>
Shaqueria Howard

I remind myself how important it is to take a break. I take a deep breath and start building better habits for myself. Instead of completely draining myself the night before and forcing myself to work the next day, I take that day to rest. I also digital plan and and try to get ahead of my responsibilities in advance. Read more>>
Emily Duffy

I found myself approaching burnout a couple of years ago when I was deeply entrenched in teaching and studies. I was doing way too much– teaching three university classes and taking four as a doctoral student. I felt the exhaustion and despair literally starting to change my brain. Read more>>
XAMO

I think burnout comes at least once or twice a year. As a freelancer, I have to find work on my own, and I have to do everything on my own. Sometimes it’s hard to do everything by yourself, and if you do a lot of things in a row at once, you’ll get burnout. Read more>>
Anh Bui

Engaging in various hobbies or activities that provide a mental escape is essential for me. Salsa dancing, taking leisurely strolls, and discovering new neighborhoods are some of the ways I achieve this sense of relaxation and rejuvenation. Read more>>
Shay Perna

Burnout can be exhausting physically, emotionally, and mentally. I remember when I was in the mist of it, I had spread myself too thin trying to be everything to everyone else and juggling the many hats I wear as wife, mother, and business owner. I would often find myself in a state of doing or if I was actually still my mind would not shut down. Read more>>
Erin Cortinez

Ohhhh burnout, this phrase is in a chefs daily vocabulary. it’s used a warning, “don’t do too much, you don’t want to get burn out.” or it’s used as an understanding, “What’s up with Chef? They seem down lately.” Well Chef worked 80 hours this week so they’re completely burned out.” Read more>>
Julie Acklin

I avoid artist block and burnout I have to take a break in-between paintings to re-establish my creativity. In between paintings I find peace and decide what I want to contribute to my next painting. Read more>>