730: 5 Sneaky Reasons People Burn Out (and how to avoid them!)

Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! Burnout doesn’t always announce itself—it creeps up in sneaky, unexpected ways. In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, we’re breaking down the 5 sneaky reasons you’re burning out and, more importantly, how to stop. From feeling stuck in a passionless routine to ignoring self-care, we’ll uncover the hidden triggers that might be holding you back. With actionable advice, real-life examples, and even a little science to back it up, this episode is packed with tools to help you regain your energy, set boundaries, and feel like yourself again. Let’s beat burnout together! 00:00 The Importance of Deliberate Downtime 01:04 Introduction to the Rachel Hollis Podcast 01:48 The Impact of LA Wildfires and Burnout 04:52 Understanding Burnout: Causes and Solutions 07:38 The Expectation Gap and Unrealistic Goals 19:13 The Power of Passion in Preventing Burnout 25:43 Embrace New Experiences 26:01 Discovering Your Passion 28:21 Reconnecting with Your True Self 29:46 The Importance of Self-Care 35:00 Managing Chronic Stress 42:59 Setting Emotional Boundaries 48:32 Taking Control of Your Life 50:20 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/ Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videos Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.