She answered my question on her podcast!
You know that feeling when someone you deeply respect answers your question and it ends up being exactly what you needed to hear? Yeah, that just happened.
A little while ago, I submitted a question to one of my coaching mentors, Julie Parker, founder of Beautiful You Coaching Academy, for her podcast Inspired Coach. I asked:
How do you avoid burnout while juggling coaching, growing a business, and still having a personal life?
Because let’s be honest—this work is incredibly meaningful, but it can also be a lot. Especially when you're trying to build something sustainable without slipping into hustle culture or sacrificing your sanity.
Julie didn’t just answer—she delivered. The whole episode is full of gentle, grounded wisdom (as always), and I found myself nodding along the entire time.
🎧 You can listen to it here: Coaches Couch – How to Avoid Burnout as a Coach
A few of my takeaways:
Slowing down doesn’t mean you’re falling behind.
Your energy is your most valuable asset—protect it.
Boundaries aren’t optional. They’re what allow you to keep showing up with heart.
Honestly, this episode felt like a cozy permission slip to keep choosing the slower, more intentional path—even in business.
If you’re a coach or creative or caregiver who’s been teetering on the edge of “I love this work but I’m tired,” give it a listen. It’s like a warm hug in audio form.
Reflection Prompt:
What’s currently draining your energy—and what would it look like to take one small step toward protecting your peace this week?
xo, Xuan