Did you know that nearly two-thirds of business owners experience burnout—and most admit it’s threatening their income and health?
In this powerful conversation, Elaine Starling sits down with Monica “MJ” Mitchell, a holistic life and business coach with 30+ years of experience, to talk about burnout recovery, sustainable success, and the sacred rhythm of energy.
MJ shares how to move from Hustle to Harmony by embracing balance, boundaries, and the courage to slow down. You’ll discover the mindset shifts and simple daily practices that let you thrive in business and life—without sacrificing your wellbeing.
Topics Covered
0:00 – Startling burnout statistics and why it’s a global epidemic
2:15 – Setting the energetic Intention: honoring the rhythm of your energy
8:00 – Why self-care is the highest act of love
9:30 – MJ’s journey from burnout to holistic balance
13:00 – What abundance really means when health and happiness matter most
16:40 – Recognizing burnout: signs, symptoms, and when to act
20:30 – The 10-80-10 Rule: how to stay calm under pressure
24:10 – The courage to take up space and ask for help
25:30 – “Hiring the Heavens” — how Divine assistance supports you
27:00 – The inner shift that creates outer harmony
31:00 – Two small steps that prevent burnout before it starts
33:30 – “Slow is Fast”: why pausing accelerates progress
37:20 – MJ’s free Burnout Prevention Blueprint + bonus strategy call
40:00 – How listeners can support MJ’s mission to help women lead with ease
Key Takeaways
· Burnout isn’t a badge of honor—it’s a warning light calling for balance.
· Caring for yourself is the highest act of love because it fuels your ability to serve.
· You can’t fill anyone else’s cup when your pitcher is empty.
· “No” is a complete sentence—saying it creates room for something better.
· Slowing down can accelerate your growth; clarity and creativity thrive in rest.
Simple Burnout Prevention Framework
Step 1 – Say “No” Without Guilt
Honor your limits and release the need to explain or justify.
Step 2 – Redefine Self-Care
It’s not about bubble baths—it’s rest, laughter, movement, and joy.
Step 3 – Slow Down to Speed Up
Let go of hustle. Ground in your body and allow clarity to guide your next aligned action.
Questions Answered in This Episode
- How can women entrepreneurs prevent burnout before it starts?
- What does abundance really look like beyond money and achievement?
- How can you tell if your business is running you instead of the other way around?
- What are the early warning signs that it’s time to reset and rest?
- How can slowing down actually accelerate your success?
Pull Quotes
“Caring for ourselves is the highest act of love because it fuels our ability to serve and shine.”
“You can’t fill anyone else’s cup when your pitcher is empty.”
“It’s okay to say no to something good to make room for something even better.”
Free Gift
Download the Burnout Prevention Blueprint — your guide to spotting burnout early, reclaiming your energy, and creating space for what truly matters.
Exclusive for The Abundance Journey audience, MJ is offering a complimentary 20-minute strategy call to help you find clarity and calm right now.
https://www.MJMitchell.com/abundance
Resources Mentioned
About the Guest
Monica “MJ” Mitchell is a holistic life and business coach helping women entrepreneurs shift From Hustle to Harmony. With over three decades of experience across wellness, productivity, and mindset coaching, she empowers women to recover from burnout and build thriving, sustainable businesses that support their joy and well-being.
Website: https://www.MJMitchell.com
Instagram: @MJMitchellCoaching
Facebook: facebook.com/MJMitchellCoaching
About the Host – Elaine Starling
Elaine Starling, international TEDx speaker, bestselling author, coach, and host of The Abundance Journey, helps spiritually-minded women align with Divine guidance to activate abundance in every area of life.
Website: TheAbundanceJourney.com
Facebook: facebook.com/elaine.abundance
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elainestarling
YouTube: @ElaineStarling
TEDx Talk: Watch here
Book: 5 Steps to Activate Your Abundance
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