Episode 3: DMs, Burnout & Boundaries: My Wake-Up Call
We’ve all had those moments where our good intentions, wanting to be helpful, approachable, and generous with our time, end up draining us. In this episode of Not Another PD, I share the personal wake-up call that came from hours of answering DMs from early-career professionals (which I totally love working with I must add!)… and how it taught me the importance of Sustain Boundaries.
Sustain is the middle stage of my Boundaries Pyramid. It’s about creating rhythms and practices that protect your energy week after week, not just getting through the day. Without sustain boundaries, burnout creeps in fast.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
How my inbox turned into an unsustainable cycle of unpaid supervision
The difference between Survive and Sustain boundaries (and why both matter)
A simple script you can use when someone asks for more than you can give
A micro-challenge to help you practice one Sustain-level boundary this week
Because boundaries aren’t just about saying no, they’re about sustaining your career, your wellbeing, and your life outside of work.
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If you try out the Sustain boundary challenge, let me know how it goes! Tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn, or share inside the Beyond the Caseload community if you're a current member or email me contact@jazminpursell.com.au if you're not on social media.
