Hustle can give you momentum but it was never meant to be your permanent address. In this raw, in-progress conversation, founder-turned-creator Amber Gray shares how she recognized burnout in the quiet moments (sleep, stillness, numbness), what quitting alcohol revealed about her body’s signals, and why she ultimately sold her company to choose health over identity. We unpack identity beyond job titles, learning to listen to the body, and building a life where ambition doesn’t cost your nervous system.
We talk about:
The whisper signs of burnout (and why numbness isn’t “fine”)
“Hustle is a season, not an identity” reframing success without self-erasure
Identity limbo: Who am I without my work?
Delegation, boundaries, and Amber’s book Firing Yourself (micro “firing” from tasks to reclaim energy)
Small steps that build real happiness: nervous system regulation, Qigong, 1% shifts, self-compassion
About Amber: Founder, writer, and coach exploring a gentler path to achievement. She’s building resources on delegation and focus while letting art and slow creativity lead.