Burnout doesn’t always look like breaking down—it often looks like holding it all together while quietly losing touch with yourself. This episode invites you to notice where that gap exists… and begin gently coming home.
What You’ll Hear:
- Why burnout isn’t always loud—and how it often shows up as “functioning”
- The subtle internal “gap” between who we are and how we’re living
- How over-functioning and productivity can quietly pull us out of alignment
- Congruence as a lived, moment-to-moment experience—not something to achieve
- The power of pausing instead of pushing
- Small, honest ways to begin returning to yourself
A Moment to Reflect
Where in your life are you still showing up… but not fully there?
And what is one small way you could begin to close that gap this week?
Resources Mentioned
Costa Rica Retreat: Coming Home to Congruence: https://www.congruentpractice.com/costa-rica-retreat
Meet the Host: Jennifer Nagel
Jennifer Nagel is a soul-centered counsellor, international facilitator, and best-selling author who has spent over two decades helping people navigate chaos, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and create meaningful, authentic lives. Deeply rooted in the Satir Model and experiential approaches to transformation, Jennifer brings a grounded presence, sharp insight, and a deep trust in the resources of the human spirit.
Her work spans continents and cultures — she has led programs and trainings in Canada, China, Kenya, Thailand, and Mexico, and currently serves as Director of Trainer Development with the Satir Institute of the Pacific. She is also senior faculty with the Banmen Satir China Management Centre.
Jennifer is the author of Magic in the Muck: Finding Grace in Chaos, co-author of Virginia Satir’s Evolving Legacy, and founder and co-author of the collaborative books Therapists Are Human Too and The Healing Journey to Authenticity, created through book-writing retreats she co-facilitated in Mexico.
Connect with the Host:
Website: www.jennifernagelcounselling.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifernagel1/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.nagel.566
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifernagelcounselling/
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