Ep 143: How All-or-Nothing Thinking Fuels Burnout (And How to Break the Cycle)

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Have you ever had a “Magic Monday” where you’re fully committed to getting your life together… only to feel like you’ve blown it by Tuesday afternoon?

If so, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not lazy.

In this episode, we’re unpacking all-or-nothing thinking and how perfectionism can quietly fuel burnout, especially for women navigating the demands of midlife. I share why our brains default to extremes, how self-judgment keeps us stuck, and practical ways to shift toward a more sustainable “middle way.”

Instead of swinging between all and nothing, you’ll learn how small, consistent actions can help you rebuild self-trust and momentum.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• What all-or-nothing thinking is and how to recognize it
• Why this pattern often intensifies in our 40s and 50s
• The connection between perfectionism, shame, and burnout
• Why showing up at 60% consistently beats 100% occasionally
• How to use a “low power mode” approach to stay consistent even on hard days
• Why small habits are the key to lasting change

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