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Sep 29
33m 21s

The Burnout Epidemic & Entering Your Bal...

Alex Hourigan and Sally McMullen
About this episode

Between news headlines, our collective social media addiction & girl bossing too close to the sun, it's no surprise that a lot of us are feeling a little (see: very) burnt out. In this episode, we break down the burnout epidemic & practical tips to help you enter your balanced era.


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Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan 

Studio: Pivotol Conversations & I Want It Yesterday Studios

Editor: Bubble Productions

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