Burnout Is A Signal (Not A Flaw): The Recovery Science for High Achievers

Feeling burned out? You’re not alone — and it’s not a flaw.In this episode of TRUE Wellness with Dr. Z, Dr. Dee talks to Amy Schamberg, a school psychologist, functional medicine health coach, and Denver’s Top Burnout Coach. Together, they dive deep into why burnout is a predictable outcome — not a personal weakness — and how high-achieving women can finally break free from the cycle.Amy shares:1. How both internal patterns and external pressures contribute to burnout2. The role of self-worth and external validation in high achievers3. Why self-care should be focused on subtraction, not addition4. Why setting boundaries is crucial for recovery5. How organizations can model healthier behaviors to prevent burnoutThis episode is for anyone who has felt stuck, exhausted, and like they’re giving everything but still can’t get ahead.About Amy Schamberg:Amy Schamberg is a school psychologist, doctoral researcher and functional medicine health coach who was recently named Denver’s Top Burnout Coach. She helps high-achieving women recover from burnout and reclaim their joy. Amy’s work challenges the idea that burnout is a personal flaw, focusing instead on how both individuals and organizations can create sustainable well-being.Find Amy here:https://www.amyschamberg.com/IG: @amy.schamberghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/amyschamberg/https://www.facebook.com/AmySchambergWellness 🎧 Listen to the full episode and start your recovery journey today. FREE GIFT: The 21-Day Nervous System Calibration is designed to help you begin shifting out of survival mode and back into a state of regulation.  👉 go.thisisdrz.com/nervoussystemSchedule a FREE discovery call with Dr. Z and our team: https://go.southbaywellness.com/schedule-callThanks for listening to T.R.U.E. Wellness with Dr .Z, follow us on social media for more wellness inspiration.Watch the full episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsDrZInstagram: ThisIsDrZFacebook: ThisIsDrZYouTube: @ThisIsDrZLinkedIn: ThisIsDrZTikTok: @ThisIsDrZWebsite: www.SouthBayWellness.comThe information in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Dr. Z and her guests share perspectives and suggestions, not diagnoses or treatment. Always consult your own qualified provider.