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M’s The Word | E9 Mental Health & Burnout – You Are Not a Candle but Burnout is Real!

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In this episode, we unpack the viral statement made by Natalie Dawson on The Diary of a CEO: “You are not a candle, you can’t burn out.”

Watch the episode here:

Is burnout real? Or are we misunderstanding it?

Sarah, Gemma, Shelley and Jade share their honest thoughts on productivity, pressure, and the reality of modern life, especially for women.

From the constant drive to “do more” to the guilt of slowing down, this conversation explores the fine line between ambition and exhaustion.

This is a real, relatable discussion for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed, stuck on the treadmill, or unsure whether they need rest… or just more discipline.

In this episode:

  • The truth about burnout (and why it’s not one-size-fits-all)
  • Why productivity can become tied to self-worth
  • The pressure to always be “on”
  • The blurred line between rest and laziness

 

Real experiences and perspectives from four women navigating it all If you’ve ever said “I’m overwhelmed… but I’ll just keep going,” this one’s for you.