#11 The Hidden Link Between Burnout and Your Health Habits Approx. Length: 30 minutes

The Michele Broad Show

Today’s episode is a bold reframe—and a much-needed truth bomb.

You’ve been taught that burnout is a mindset problem or a time management issue. But what if that’s wrong? What if burnout isn’t a failure of your willpower—but a misalignment with your biology?

In this episode, I’m peeling back the layers of what burnout really is, why the “healthy” habits you’re told to follow may be working against you, and how to build energy in a way that supports the woman you actually are—not the one productivity culture says you should be.

You’re not here to hustle harder. You’re here to lead from alignment. Let’s dive in.

Main Concepts & Highlights:

Burnout Isn’t Just Mental—It’s Metabolic

Burnout is a biological traffic jam caused by chronic stress, hormone disruption, and misaligned habits.

Your cortisol rhythm, blood sugar, and reproductive hormones are all impacted—creating fatigue that’s systemic, not just emotional.

The Real Reason You’re Still Exhausted

Most wellness routines weren’t built for women’s physiology.

Wellness advice is often based on outdated, male-centric models that ignore our cyclical hormones, emotional labor, and lived experience.

Systems Aren’t Broken—They Just Weren’t Built for You

The systems you’re trying to thrive within (corporate, medical, wellness) were designed around productivity, not female physiology.

You may not be able to change those systems tomorrow—but you can learn to adapt them around your biology.

Sneaky Habits That Quietly Feed Burnout

Skipping Meals in the Morning: Creates cortisol spikes and energy crashes.

Too Much Screen Time Early or Late: Hijacks your nervous system before you even start your day.

All-or-Nothing Movement: Inconsistent or extreme workouts confuse your hormones. Your body craves rhythm, not punishment.

The BioAligned Leadership™ Approach

Align your habits with your internal cues—not outside expectations.

True leadership means respecting your body’s signals and designing your day around what actually energizes you.

3 Micro Reset Strategies You Can Start Today:

Hydration Before Stimulation:

Drink 8–12 oz of water with a pinch of sea salt before your coffee.

Supports cellular energy and avoids the morning crash.

2-Minute Nervous System Break:

Breathe, stretch, or splash your face mid-day.

This cues your body that it’s safe to recover, improving clarity and stamina.

Evening Tech Boundary:

No screens 30–60 minutes before bed.

Read, journal, or sit quietly to support deep sleep and hormone repair.

Why This Matters:

These aren’t just cute wellness tips. They’re biological interventions—small rituals that rewire how your energy is managed throughout the day.

When your habits work with your body, not against it, you don’t just feel better.

You lead better.

Join the Free Masterclass

How to Regain Your Energy, Focus, and Health Without Guessing What Your Body Needs

🗓️ June 11th | 🕕 6PM MST | 💻 On Zoom

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You’ll walk away with:

A personalized energy blueprint

A daily vitality-supportive routine

Clarity around the 3 big mistakes most women make with their health

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