24: How we balance showing up consistently without burning out

What if burnout isn't just part of being an entrepreneur? What if it's actually a warning sign you're ignoring? Today we're talking about something a lot of entrepreneurs don't want to admit they're dealing with: burnout. What it actually looks like, how to recover from it, and how to build a business that doesn't keep running you into the ground. Burnout is your body's warning sign that it's time to take a break. For most people, it's mental, but it can also manifest physically — you're more prone to getting sick, your body feels run down, and you're susceptible to illness. In this episode, we're sharing our own experiences with burnout, the first signs we notice, why entrepreneurs are especially prone to pushing through when they shouldn't, and what actually helps when you're burnt out. Topics We Cover What burnout actually is Do entrepreneurs throw the word "burnout" around too loosely? Is burnout always related to working too much? First signs of burnout (brain fog, exhaustion, short patience, dreading tasks you normally enjoy) Do business owners convince themselves it's just a busy season when they shouldn't push through? How to deal with burnout when you experience it Why rest shouldn't become another to-do on your list What we've done to prepare for or prevent future burnout How to balance showing up consistently without burning out Being overworked is NOT a sign you've made it It's okay to take mental health days Plan vacations at the beginning of the year Create strong boundaries around work days Time Stamps 04:16 – What is burnout? 06:47 – Do entrepreneurs overuse the word burnout? 07:26 – Is burnout always work-related? 08:11 – First signs of burnout 10:15 – Do business owners push through when they shouldn't? 12:09 – How to deal with burnout 16:27 – Balancing rest without making it another task 18:19 – What we've done to prevent future burnout 20:34 – How to balance showing up consistently 22:08 – Takeaways: burnout isn't a badge of honor Links & Resources Mentioned Dianna's copywriting studio: Rise Copy Co. — website & launch copy for creative women in business: risecopyco.com Joanna's web design studio: Joanna Moss Creative — custom Showit websites & Website in Two Weeks: joannamoss.com Episodes Referenced: Episode 8: Setting Boundaries Episode 16: Is Work-Life Balance Actually Achievable as an Entrepreneur? Book Mentioned: Project Hail Mary (Book referenced in random question section of episode)