In this episode of the YMyHealth podcast, Julie Woon is joined by Emily Labutta, a licensed associate professional counselor, who specializes in helping high achievers and perfectionists overcome burnout. Emily shares her personal journey from the demanding world of criminal law to her current role as a counselor, offering valuable insights into the mental and emotional toll of burnout.

Emily discusses the factors that contribute to burnout, particularly within the millennial generation, and how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and an overemphasis on productivity can lead to physical and emotional exhaustion. She highlights the cultural and generational shifts that have shaped our approach to work and well-being, and offers strategies for recognizing and managing burnout before it becomes a crisis.

If you’re struggling with the pressure to perform or feeling overwhelmed by the demands of work and life, this episode provides actionable steps to prioritize your mental health and reclaim a sense of balance and well-being.

Listen now!

Highlights:

• (01:09) – Emily’s transition from criminal law to mental health counseling
• (02:19) – The impact of perfectionism and people-pleasing on burnout
• (04:43) – Why millennials are particularly vulnerable to burnout
• (07:22) – The cultural obsession with busyness and its link to burnout
• (10:49) – How perfectionism can drive high achievers into burnout
• (13:30) – The connection between people-pleasing and burnout
• (16:12) – Setting boundaries to protect your mental health and prevent burnout
• (18:52) – The role of identity in burnout: Are we defined by our work?
• (20:45) – Recognizing the early warning signs of burnout
• (23:41) – Practical strategies for managing burnout and maintaining well-being
• (25:30) – The importance of self-compassion in the recovery process

Links:
Are you a millennial interested in learning more about healthcare issues specifically related to your generation? Start here: https://www.ymyhealth.com/ and follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ymyhealth_/

Learn more about this episode's guest, Emily Labutta, LAPC, here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/emily-labutta-acworth-ga/1297195. You can schedule sessions with her at her practice, Attento Counseling

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Learn more about YMyHealth's Podcast Co-Host and Content Marketing Strategist, Julie Woon, here:
https://www.ymyhealth.com/team/julie-woon

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