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Dealing with Burnout: Victoria Mensch
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Summary
In this episode of The Chris Project, Christian Brim speaks with burnout expert and executive coach Victoria Mensch about the hidden costs of burnout, especially for entrepreneurs. Victoria shares her personal journey from psychologist to tech executive, and how unrecognized burnout led to repeated career changes. Together, they explore the emotional, physiological, and professional impacts of burnout—and practical tools to address it. Listeners will gain insights on how to manage stress, separate identity from work, and reclaim joy as a path to sustainable success.
Takeaways
- Victoria’s transition from psychology to tech stemmed from early burnout.
- Burnout is a chronic stress reaction, not just being tired.
- Common symptoms: exhaustion, low motivation, and overwhelm.
- Career changes often mask deeper unresolved internal issues.
- First-aid tools include breathwork, movement, and visualization.
- Long-term recovery requires redefining identity and prioritizing joy.
- Entrepreneurs often tie self-worth to business success, worsening burnout.
- Self-care isn’t optional—it’s critical to long-term productivity.
- Create a list of joyful, non-outcome-driven activities to replenish energy.
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