What is Burnout? And How Do We Break the Cycle?
What is Burnout? And How Do We Break the Cycle?  
Podcast: You Make Sense
Published On: Tue Jun 24 2025
Description: Burnout doesn’t happen overnight—it’s what happens when we chronically override our nervous system. In this episode of You Make Sense, Sarah draws upon both Polyvagal Theory and Parts Work to explain what burnout really is, and how our protective parts often push us to keep going, even when our body is begging us to pause.Packed with tangible somatic tools, this episode will guide you toward healing through small, tolerable steps and simple lifestyle changes. If you’re experiencing burnout, please know you are not broken. This is simply a sign your system is being pushed beyond its limits, and with the right care, it’s absolutely possible to heal.Episode Highlights00:00 Intro00:40 Hierarchy of Your Autonomic Nervous System08:55 3 Primary Reasons for Burnout15:47 What We Neglect in Burnout22:07 Chronic Fatigue & Shutdown24:27 The Healing Power of Walking26:33 Building a Supportive Nighttime Routine30:11 Why Lifestyle Change Is Essential38:34 Question #1: How to Find Your Community43:31 Question #2: When Work Becomes Your Whole Life48:47 Question #3: Does Your Reaction Match the Circumstance?  Get on the Waitlist for Navigating Your Nervous System:Living a full, expansive life starts with nervous system regulation! If you’re looking for practical tools and support on your healing journey, you can now get on the waitlist for my upcoming 6-week LIVE program.Everyone on the waitlist will receive access to limited-time pricing:https://bit.ly/sp-nyns-waitlistConnect with Sarah on:Email Community - https://bit.ly/yms-sp-newsletterInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarahbcoaching/Website - https://www.sarahbaldwincoaching.com/Submit a Question: https://sarahbaldwin1.typeform.com/podcast