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Audrey Gran Weinberg's avatar

Relatable! After my second burnout I’m now understanding that I’m growing into who I’m meant to be…a writer, an artist, a coach…

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Rachel Gadiel's avatar

That’s such a beautiful and empowering perspective Audrey - sometimes burnout is the breaking open that reveals who we’re really here to be. It sounds like you’re truly coming home to yourself ❤️

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Concha Tejada's avatar

So beautiful, so deep, so true. Thank you, Rachel 💖✨

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Rachel Gadiel's avatar

Thank you so much Concha, that means the world to me 🙏🏼 I’m so glad it resonated and touched something true for you. Sending lots of love and gentleness your way ❤️

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Amanda Goodwin's avatar

I start a new job next week, and this was exactly what I needed in preparation. I am tempted to "start strong" but it makes much more sense to start smart and give myself a runway for success. Thanks!

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Rachel Gadiel's avatar

That sounds like such a wise approach Amanda! I’m really glad this resonated with you. Starting smart and giving yourself a runway for success is so much more sustainable than burning out trying to "start strong." I’m sending lots of good energy for your new job next week, you’ve got this! ❤️

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Judith Fitzsimons's avatar

Love this, thank you.

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Rachel Gadiel's avatar

So glad it resonated, thank you for reading Judith ❤️

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Lily's avatar
May 6Edited

This, and all that I’ve read of your Substack so far, is so very validating and helpful — thank you so much :)

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Rachel Gadiel's avatar

That means so much, thank you for being here Lily and for your kind words ❤️ I’m so glad it’s been helpful and validating. Truly! 🙏🏼

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Lori L. Cangilla, Ph.D.'s avatar

This is such a useful framework for understanding how HSPs experience burnout and how to break free from the cycle! Thank you, Rachel!

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Rachel Gadiel's avatar

Thank you so much Lori, I’m really glad the framework resonated! It means a lot to know it’s helping you make sense of the burnout cycle and offering a way through ❤️

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Nyamwathi Adodoadji's avatar

I cannot put into words how much I appreciate the work you’re doing. Thank you 🙏🏾

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Rachel Gadiel's avatar

That means the world truly, thank you Nyamwathi 🙏🏼 I’m so grateful to know it’s resonating and supporting you ❤️

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Kathryn Melody Farrell's avatar

This is brilliant advice. Thank you🙏🙏

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Rachel Gadiel's avatar

I’m so glad it was helpful and thank you for your kind words Kathryn! 🙏🏼

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