Finding Our Own Path: A Mother’s Story of Burnout, Love, and Radical Listening with Jade Thompson

In this heartfelt episode of From Burnout to Balance, I sit down with Jade Thompson, an everyday Australian mum with an extraordinary story.Jade opens up about her family’s journey through her son’s autistic burnout, the heartbreak of early school trauma, and the heavy weight of navigating broken systems. Instead of following conventional advice, Jade chose something different: to trust her intuition, listen deeply, and build a life centred on connection, love, and hope.Together, we talk about:What it looks like to walk beside your child in burnout recoveryThe grief, confusion, and courage parents often carryWhy the system—not the child—is what’s brokenHow radical honesty and love can create a new path forwardThis is a conversation for any parent who has felt alone, unseen, or unsure of how to keep going.Jade’s story is a reminder that you are not broken—and neither is your child.Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:✨ Free Grief Guide for Parents✨ Join From Burnout to Balance MembershipCheck out: Simply Nootropics - Use The Coupon Code: TANYAVALENTINNZ15 and get an additional $15 off your first order.https://glnk.io/ovx5q/tanyavalentinnz  Connect with Me:Instagram: @tanyavalentinnzWebsite: tanyavalentin.co