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You're Setting the Wrong Goals
Work-life balance. Finding your passion. Scaling fast. These sound like the right goals, don't they?
But here's the uncomfortable truth I need to share with you: You're not burning out because you're doing something wrong. You're burning out because you're chasing the wrong goals entirely.
Why I'm Done Making Success Harder Than It Needs to Be
As a burnout coach, I realized I've been suppressing ease and forcing struggle. Here's why high achievers make success harder than it needs to be—and how to trust ease instead. Notion systems for solopreneurs + sustainable success mindset.
4 Apps That Actually Reduce Stress (Not Add To It)
Tried every wellness app and still stressed? Here are the 4 tools I actually use to manage stress (for less than $7/month)—no overwhelm, no notification chaos.
7 Self-Awareness Practices to Beat Burnout for High-Achievers
Your systems are supposed to save you time, not steal it. This simple 5-question framework helps entrepreneurs and solopreneurs decide when to consolidate, automate, or switch tools — without burning their business to the ground.
Stillness Isn’t a Distraction—It’s Data
What if those “random” thoughts that hijack your meditation—don’t forget the milk, did I send that email?—aren’t distractions at all? What if they’re your nervous system handing you a sticky note that says: this is where you need a system upgrade. In part one of my new blog series, I’ll show you how to turn stillness into your ultimate system check—and stop playing whack-a-mole with your stress.
Excuses vs. Reasons: The Mindset Shift Every High Achiever Needs to STOP Beating Themselves Up
High achievers are quick to call every pause or boundary an excuse—but most of the time, it’s actually a reason. And knowing the difference between excuses vs. reasons is the mindset shift that keeps you from spiraling into burnout. In this blog, we’ll break down the real difference, share examples in work, life, and business, and show you how to honor your reasons without guilting yourself for them.
Hey there, I’m Ellyn!
Call me Coach Ellyn—a burnout coach, Ph.D. dropout, Enneagram 3, and your new Burnout bestie!
I’m so excited your here! This blog is a great way to dip your toes in and start your burnout journey and learn from the stories, lesson, experiences and research of me and my clients. Can’t wait for you to dive in!
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