E207 From Burnout and OCD to a Values-Driven Life with Jamie Gantt

Jamie Gantt is a coach, speaker, and author who helps ambitious women ditch burnout and redefine success on their own terms. She’s all about honest conversations, real self-care, and building a life that actually feels good.In this episode:Jamie shares how chasing “success” to escape a toxic childhood led her straight into severe burnout and constant exhaustion.She talks about her old “work hard, play hard” lifestyle and how it left her anxious, panicked, and unable to even get out of bed.Jamie explains how hidden signs of burnout, like irritability, OCD habits, and feeling disconnected from your life, can sneak up on you.She opens up about how her OCD symptoms disappeared once she healed from burnout — showing how burnout messes with your mind and body.Jamie dives into how coping mechanisms (like overworking, overdrinking, or perfectionism) are survival tools, not failures — and why compassion matters.She shares why the real first step to healing burnout isn’t another self-care hack — it’s getting real about your true values and realigning your life.Jamie gives powerful advice on how to stop “should-ing” all over yourself by asking: is that inner voice even yours... or someone else's?Contacting Jamie:https://radicallyalivecoaching.com/On socials:https://www.instagram.com/jamiegantt.coach/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamieganttcoach/https://www.facebook.com/coachganttstarr Note: Just a reminder that this information presented here is for informational purposes only and not intended to replace professional help. Feeling Overwhelmed? Your Nervous System Needs This.Before you go — if stress is running your life, I have something for you. My free guide, 5 Simple Steps to Regulate Your Nervous System, gives you real, practical tools to shift from panic to calm fast. No long routines. No fluff. Just simple steps that actually work in your real, busy life.https://reset.therelaxationlounge.info Ready to Go Deeper?The guide is just the beginning. Inside The Relaxation Lounge Community, you'll find ongoing support, relaxation practices, and a group of women who genuinely get it. No judgment. No pressure. Just real connection with women who are done doing stress alone.https://support.therelaxationlounge.info