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How I Manage my Energy as a High-Achieving Solopreneur
If you’re constantly drained, it’s not just about working too much—it’s about how you manage your energy. Most high achievers push through exhaustion, assuming more effort equals more results. But here’s the truth: time management is useless if your energy is depleted. Instead of grinding yourself into burnout, it’s time to start working with your energy, not against it. In this post, I’m sharing how I structure my schedule, recognize early warning signs of an energy crash, and optimize my self-care—without overcomplicating it. Because the key to long-term success isn’t doing more—it’s managing your energy smarter. Let’s dive in. 🚀
How to Recover From Burnout without Taking Time Off
Most burnout recovery advice tells you to “work less” or “take a break.” But what if quitting, pausing, or stepping away isn’t an option? What if you have a business to run, a career to manage, or a paycheck your family depends on? The truth is, you don’t need time off to recover—you need to change how you operate. That means cutting non-essential commitments, streamlining self-care, and shifting from high achiever to high performer. In this post, I’ll show you exactly how to get your energy back without pressing pause on your goals. Because burnout recovery isn’t about stopping—it’s about working smarter. 🚀
How to Build a Burnout-Proof Morning Routine That Works for You (Copy)
Most morning routine advice is total BS—especially for high achievers.
You don’t need a 2-hour checklist of meditation, journaling, cold plunges, and green smoothies to start your day right. You need a simple, sustainable routine that actually fuels your energy and focus—without wasting time.
In this post, we’re ditching the cookie-cutter “miracle morning” fluff and breaking down how to create a burnout-proof morning routine that works for YOU.
✔ No rigid rules—just a structure that supports your energy.
✔ No guilt—because missing a day shouldn’t mean “starting over.”
✔ No wasted time—just intentional habits that set you up for success.
Ready to make your mornings work for you? Let’s build a routine that actually lasts.
The Mistakes I've Made in the Past Year (So You Can Avoid Them)
Burnout doesn’t just drain your energy—it drains your wallet. Over the past year, I wasted $10K–$15K on courses, coaching, and tools I wasn’t even ready for. Not because they were bad, but because I invested at the wrong time.
High achievers do this all the time. We hit a wall, panic, and think more = progress—but when you’re already overwhelmed, adding more just buries you further.
Before you invest, ask yourself: Do I have the capacity to actually implement this? If not, you’re just collecting expensive information. Let’s talk about how to stop wasting money and start making smarter investments.
Are You Actually Burned Out—Or Just Mentally Overloaded? Here’s How to Tell
Feeling drained and unfocused? You might think you’re burned out—but what if you’re just mentally overloaded? 🚨
⚡ Burnout = deep exhaustion that won’t go away with rest.
⚡ Mental overload = too much input, making it hard to focus.
Most people treat the wrong problem, making things worse. In this post, you’ll learn how to tell the difference (with a quick self-test!) and get the exact strategies to fix it—fast.
Exhausted No Matter How Much You Sleep? Fix These 3 Hidden Energy Leaks
You’re getting enough sleep, but you still wake up feeling drained. Sound familiar? The problem isn’t how much rest you’re getting—it’s how you’re managing your energy throughout the day. High-achievers love operating in output mode, but without a strategy to input energy, burnout is inevitable. In this post, we’re breaking down three hidden energy leaks that are secretly sabotaging your performance—and exactly how to fix them.
Hey there, I’m Ellyn!
Call me Coach Ellyn—a burnout coach, Ph.D. dropout, Enneagram 3, and your new Burnout bestie!
I’m so excited your here! This blog is a great way to dip your toes in and start your burnout journey and learn from the stories, lesson, experiences and research of me and my clients. Can’t wait for you to dive in!
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