If you’ve ever felt like your body is working against you after burnout - low energy, brain fog, resistance to work - this episode will change how you see recovery.
The truth is: your body isn’t broken. It just doesn’t trust you yet.
In this episode of Give Yourself Some Leeway (GYSL), we break down why burnout damages the relationship with your body — and how to rebuild that trust so you can regain your energy, focus, and performance without forcing it.
If you’re a high achiever trying to “get back to normal” but feeling stuck, this conversation will give you a more sustainable path forward.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Why your body feels like it’s working against you
01:12 – The real reason burnout lingers longer than expected
03:08 – Signs your body doesn’t trust you anymore
05:02 – Why pushing harder makes recovery worse
07:10 – The trust vs optimization mindset shift
09:18 – Personal story: when “doing everything right” still failed
12:05 – How to start rebuilding trust with your body
14:10 – A simple practice to begin today
15:20 – Final thoughts: working with your body, not against it
What you’ll learn:
- Why burnout is a trust issue, not just an energy issue
- How high performers unknowingly damage body trust
- The hidden reason rest doesn’t always feel restorative
- Practical ways to rebuild trust with your body
If this resonated, share it with someone who’s stuck in burnout recovery and trying to push through.
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