full

full
Published on:

9th May 2025

14. Permission to Rest (Burnout Isn’t a Badge)

Let me say it louder for the ones still stuck in hustle mode—burnout is not a badge of honor. You will not get extra credit for running yourself into the ground. In this episode, I’m sharing a much-needed reminder: you’re allowed to rest without earning it, proving anything, or checking one more box.

If you’ve been stuck in survival mode, this one’s your cue to stop performing and start breathing. Especially with Mother’s Day around the corner—whether you’re celebrating, grieving, or holding it all together—you deserve to pause. Without guilt. Without shame. Without folding that damn laundry.

In This Episode:

  • Why I stopped treating exhaustion like a weird flex
  • My unfiltered take on hustle culture and why it needs to go
  • A permission slip to rest—yes, even if the to-do list is still long
  • What I wish someone had told me before I hit rock bottom
  • A little preview of what’s coming in Part 2 of my mental health journey

Timestamps:

00:00 — Uh yeah, you. Let’s talk about that endless to-do list

00:33 — Welcome to Simplifying Life’s Beautiful Bitchiness

01:20 — The cult of burnout and why I’m not here for it

02:05 — What rest actually means to me now

03:25 — A Mother's Day message for every type of mom (and every type of tired)

04:18 — A sneak peek at next week’s story: caregiving and the pandemic shift

05:30 — Final reminder: Inhale the calm. Exhale the fire.

Links I Mentioned:

Wanna Keep This Energy Going?

Next Episode All Episodes Previous Episode

Listen for free

Show artwork for Simplifying Life’s Beautiful Bitchiness

About the Podcast

Simplifying Life’s Beautiful Bitchiness
Simple Systems, Real Talk, & a Little Chaos
Life’s a lot, so let’s make it easier. I help busy, overwhelmed women navigate the chaos with simple, no-BS Life Systems and Bespoke Wellness. From motherhood and chronic illness to everyday resilience, we’re talking about real-life solutions that actually work.

Expect bite-sized, relatable episodes packed with humor, practical tips, and the occasional sports or movie reference (because why not?). Whether you’re looking to streamline your day, reclaim your energy, or just hear from someone who gets it, you’re in the right place.

Hit play, take a breath, and let’s simplify life without the BS.

About your host

Profile picture for Michelle Martinez

Michelle Martinez

Hey, hey! I’m Michelle, your no-BS guide to making life easier with simple, stress-less Life Systems. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re constantly juggling all the things (without a single extra hand to catch what’s falling), you’re in the right place.

I’m a wife, mom, chronic illness girlie, and mental health advocate who’s been through the chaos and figured out how to navigate it without losing my sh*t 💩 (most days). I love sports, crafting, the MCU, and a solid rant about the nonsense of toxic productivity, so expect a little bit of all that in this podcast 😏.

Through Simplifying Life’s Beautiful Bitchiness, I’m here to give you real-life strategies, the occasional sports or movie reference (because why not?) to help you build a life that actually works for you, without the burnout, without the BS.

Fun Facts About Me:
Favorite MCU quote? “The arrogant never do.” ~Thanos
Best life lesson from my husband? “Take what the defense gives you.”
Preferred form of therapy? Crochet, a 90s playlist that hits just right, and a hot cup of tea.
What you won’t find here? Toxic positivity, cookie-cutter advice, or me acting like I know everything.

So grab a drink, take a breath, and let’s simplify the chaos, together. 🥰🧡