Signs of Burnout: Why Pushing Through Stops Working
That “just push through” mentality that once fueled your success might actually be working against you now—your nervous system has limits, and ignoring burnout signs can backfire spectacularly. Learn why your body stops cooperating when you’re constantly in overdrive, and discover the hidden symptoms that signal it’s time to prioritize recovery over relentless hustle.
Why You Feel Exhausted (Even When You’re Not Doing That Much)
Why am I so tired even on light days? Discover how hidden stress and nervous system fatigue can drain your energy without doing “that much.”
Why You Keep Starting New Routines… and Then Bailing on Them
You get the planner. The new app. The 30-day challenge.
You color-code your calendar, set your alarm, maybe even buy a fresh water bottle. And for a few days… you’re in it. You feel focused. Motivated. Maybe even excited.
But then something happens…
Cheap Dopamine vs. Real Satisfaction
Many people don’t realize that their daily habits, reaching for their phone, placing another online order, or grabbing something sweet from the pantry, are often driven by a deeper process happening in the nervous system.
Is It Really Perfectionism… or Just Fear of Getting It Wrong?
Perfectionism and fear of getting it wrong often go hand in hand but they’re not always what they seem. It’s common to hear people say, “I’m such a perfectionist.” But in many cases, what they’re calling perfectionism… isn’t actually about perfection at all.
The Surprising Impact of Dysregulation on Your Spending Habits
Impulse spending and stress often go hand in hand—but not for the reasons you might think.
Ever wondered why your cart keeps filling up—or why that $6 latte hits the spot during tough afternoons?
It’s tempting to blame weak willpower or a lack of budgeting—but what if these spending habits are actually symptoms of stress dysregulation?
Why the Fear of Judgment Isn’t Just in Your Head
Have you ever held back from saying what you really think?
Felt a pang of anxiety after posting something online?
Avoided telling people about your new business, your dream, or your boundaries?
Hidden Stress Symptoms: How Stressed Are You Really?
What if stress wasn’t just in the obvious moments—like rushing to meet a deadline or fighting with your partner?
What if it was simmering beneath the surface, quietly draining your focus, energy, and capacity… long before you feel the crash?
The Hidden Link Between Stress Management and Performance at Work
Workplace performance is often measured by output: how much you get done, how efficiently you do it, and how consistent you are over time. But what’s rarely discussed is how deeply stress management affects those outcomes, not just in terms of burnout, but in moment-to-moment performance. The connection between stress management and work performance is often overlooked, yet it’s fundamental.
How Nervous System Regulation Affects Productivity (and What to Do About It)
For high-achievers, entrepreneurs, and professionals alike, understanding nervous system regulation and productivity is essential. Often productivity problems get blamed on a lack of discipline or poor time management. But new research in neuroscience and trauma-informed psychology points to a deeper explanation: nervous system dysregulation.
