FRIED. The Burnout Podcast Jerry Colonna: The Question That Changed How I See Burnout Forever
Sep 7, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Jerry Colonna, an executive coach and author, shares his journey from a high-achieving venture capitalist to a man confronting the weight of burnout. He delves into radical self-inquiry as a means to reclaim authenticity, challenging the damaging ties of perfectionism. Jerry emphasizes the healing power of listening and being present, illustrating how these practices foster connection and encourage personal growth. His reflections on privilege and community highlight the intricate balance between societal pressures and individual agency.
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Collapse Despite External Success
- Jerry describes collapsing in his late 30s after outward success amplified inner misalignment.
- He calls it being 'overcooked' where each achievement made him feel worse, not better.
Burnout As Misalignment
- Burnout often signals misalignment between an inner self and an outer life.
- Jerry frames his experience as the inner me and the outer me being at cross purposes.
Motion Isn't Meaning
- Jerry admits he mistook motion for meaning and sped up to outrun feelings.
- Achieving more masked the underlying lack of fulfillment and worsened his soul's state.
