Jamie was sick this week, so sorry for the delayed episode release, Burnouts!

We had a an absolute ball talking to one of our favorite writers this week: Taylor Medine. Taylor shares her own journey of overcoming burnout by shedding light on the challenges of freelancing, transitioning to full-time work, and finding balance between career ambitions and personal life.

Once Taylor stops bragging about how great living in Hawaii is, she then opens up about the pressures she's felt as a child of immigrant parents, generational trauma and burnout, and how she manages to carve out time for her family. We also touch on how every generation handles work and life priorities so differently. But in the end, it's all about prioritizing what truly matters (as Taylor reminds us). And honestly? We could use some more of Gen Z's audacity right now. And all the vibes.

You can find Taylor Medine on Tiktok as @taylor.medine

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This week we had an impromptu slumber party that was a little unhinged (but in the best way). Elyssa was visiting Jamie, so we took advantage and brought her on to chat about prioritizing and rehumanizing ourselves.

We discuss setting boundaries, being vulnerable, and not being responsible for other people's reactions to you. We also talk about how vital it is to do the things that are important to you and keep the promises we make to ourselves.

Rebecca admits her garden is mostly just there to spite the HOA, Jamie thinks more people should cry in public, and Elyssa calls out how we can't really look to the boomer generation for much of anything anymore.

Ok, so this wasn't manis, Sixteen Candles, and a pillow fight—but we swear it's the next best thing.

Elyssa started The World Builders' Book Club podcast here on Twitch that focuses on building a world rooted in love and liberation. World Builders' has a new theme every quarter and she discusses a new book every week (you don't even have to read along).

You can find Elyssa on Instagram, Tiktok, and Twitch as @brave_saver
Check out her reading list on her site @ bravesaver.com/worldbuilders/
Join us every Sunday @ 10am PT on twitch.tv/brave_saver

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This week we celebrated our 20th podcast episode! Proof even the most ADHD brains can, in fact, stick with things.

Earlier in the week, Jamie had a meltdown over the seemingly impossible job market. So, we wanted to discuss the struggles of finding a job (especially after being laid off). We talk about frustrations with current hiring practices, LinkedIn scammers, and the emotional toll of constant rejection.

To lighten the mood, we also share some job-hunting tips, emphasize the significance of negotiating salaries, and remind everyone that we DFWFF (f you know, you know).

Also, listen to both of us try to pronounce commensurate incorrectly multiple times without ever getting it right.

Mentioned in this episode

• Our Listen Notes interview

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The Burnout Collective Podcast is hosted by Jamie Young and Rebecca McCracken. We’ve had every ounce of inspiration sucked out by years of startups and hustle culture, and we’re trying to reclaim our creativity. Join us and our guests as we explore how to restart and reenergize our brains. Every Thursday at 5pm PT, we stream live on twitch.tv/TheBurnoutCollective.

Join our Discord community: discord.gg/ZwBjbmVfAF
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Music track: Snap Your Fingers by Aylex
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