142. Why You're Burned Out and It's Not Your Fault (What the Research Shows)

Send us Fan MailIt is 3 a.m., and you are wide awake. Your mind is busy replaying the emails you did not send and the projects still on your list. If you feel a constant hum of anxiety or the pressure to be "on" at all hours, please know you are not alone. This is what burnout feels like, and it is not a reflection of your strength or your dedication. It is a sign that the environment around you is asking for more than any one person can give.In this episode, Kele Belton shares the heart behind the 2025 research on workplace burnout. We explore why so many of us are feeling exhausted and how a lack of fairness and support in our organizations can take a toll on our spirits.What you’ll learnThe Heart of the Data: Why so many women leaders are feeling the weight of burnout and why it is okay to acknowledge that you are tired.The Connection to Fairness: How feeling undervalued or unsupported in your workplace directly impacts your energy and motivation.Setting Kind Boundaries: How to protect your time and energy in a way that feels sustainable and respectful to your needs.Reclaiming Your Peace: Strategies to find a sense of agency and calm, even when your external environment feels chaotic.Listening to Your Body: Recognizing the signs that you might need a bigger change and how to navigate that transition with grace.Mentioned in this episode2025 Women in the Workplace Study: The research that helps us understand our shared experiences.Episode 121: The Strategic Off-Ramp: A guide for when you are ready to look for a healthier environment.Ignite Your Leadership Power Accelerator: A supportive community for women ready to lead with more ease. JOIN THE WAITLIST HEREAbout your host:Kele Belton is a communication and leadership trainer, coach, and speaker who specializes in helping women leaders develop confidence and impact through strategic communication and practical leadership frameworks.Connect with Kele for more leadership insights:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com