{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F4ebf564f-4590-4f92-8b2c-2d816910e060","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Burnout, Boundaries & Self-Sabotage: Practical Tools for High-Achievers | Guest: Tamika Stewart","description":"On Soul Sparks with Saima, licensed therapist, executive coach, and organizational strategist Tamika Stewart breaks down how burnout, weak boundaries, and self-sabotage quietly derail ambitious people\u2014and what to do first. We cover early emotional, mental, and spiritual signs of burnout (beyond \u201cjust tired\u201d), how to set micro-boundaries without guilt, why perfectionism and doom-scrolling are sabotage in disguise, and how leaders\u2019 habits shape team culture. This is a direct, no-fluff conversation designed for founders, executives, and caregivers who need actionable steps to reclaim clarity, capacity, and courage\u2014without overhauling their entire life overnight.\nAbout the guest\u00a0\u00a0:\nTamika Stewart is an executive coach, licensed therapist, and organizational strategist based in Wilmington, Delaware. She blends heart and strategy to help leaders dismantle unhelpful patterns, build psychological safety, and lead sustainably.\nKey takeaways:\n\n\nBurnout isn\u2019t \u201ctoo much work\u201d\u2014it\u2019s too much misaligned work; watch for irritability, numbness, brain-fog, decision fatigue, loss of creativity, and spiritual disconnection.\n\n\nMicro-boundaries beat all-or-nothing: short, kind language such as \u201cI\u2019m not available for that right now\u201d reduces guilt and resentment.\n\n\nReframe boundaries as care, not rejection; healthy people respect healthy limits.\n\n\nTrack automatic negative thoughts and reframe them; coaching or therapy can accelerate this.\n\n\nPerfectionism + procrastination = self-sabotage. \u201cGood enough to ship\u201d often beats never launching.\n\n\nBeware short-term relief that kills long-term goals: binge-scrolling, overspending, overcommitting.\n\n\nAsk: \u201cIs this protecting me or preventing me?\u201d when you delay decisions.\n\n\nLeaders model culture: after-hours emails and \u201calways-on\u201d norms erode psychological safety, creativity, and retention.\n\n\nSimple starter practice: journal triggers and run a brief body scan to locate stress, then choose one first next step.\n\n\nIf persistent low mood or uncontrollable crying lasts weeks, seek professional help promptly.\n\n\nConnect with the guest:\u00a0\u00a0\nTo connect with Tamika Stewart, please reach out via Website or search her professional LinkedIn profile by name and location (Wilmington, Delaware).\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM \u2014 Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\nSubscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContactBrand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India & USA\nOpen to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let\u2019s connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:Listen to our 17 Podcast Shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healt","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/31f4af9e-cc4e-409a-98fb-653e1f193907/mtdlnc5qcgc.jpg"}