Becoming You - The Podcast with John Fleming S1E4: Uncovering Yourself After Burnout with Jayne Morris
Apr 5, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Jayne Morris, a burnout coach, psychotherapist, and author, shares her transformative journey from burnout to self-discovery. She explores the heavy toll of perfectionism and societal pressures that led her to feel depleted. Jayne emphasizes the importance of rest, not as a luxury but a necessity for well-being. The conversation addresses the need to challenge hustle culture and reconnect with one’s true identity. Listeners gain insights on how to navigate burnout, reclaim creativity, and prioritize authentic living.
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Burnout as a Chrysalis Moment
- Jayne's burnout was a chrysalis moment forcing her to cocoon and deeply rest, reshaping her life from basics to self-discovery.
- This period led her to reemerge aligned with her true self beyond exhaustion and societal expectations.
School Mantra Fuels Burnout
- The mantra "You will never rest until your good is better and your better is best" shaped Jayne into relentless perfectionism.
- This internalized driver stifled her rest and authentic self-exploration, fueling burnout.
Creativity Reclaims Authentic Self
- Jayne discovered her prior work lacked soul and conflicted with her deep care for people and planet.
- Embracing creativity and values led to an expansive, authentic self beyond her earlier restrictive identity.