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Ep. 4: Burnout: A Systemic Issue, Not a Personal Flaw

Reclaim Your Power: Where Hope Meets Purpose

Release Date: 01/14/2026

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Reclaim Your Power: Where Hope Meets Purpose

Summary In this episode, Alexis Becerra discusses the concept of burnout, emphasizing that it is not a personal failure but a systemic issue. She explores how burnout affects the nervous system, particularly in Latino professionals, and highlights cultural traits that contribute to this experience. The conversation culminates in a redefinition of rest as a necessary act of self-care and empowerment, rather than a reward. Takeaways Burnout is a systemic issue, not a personal flaw. The nervous system reacts to chronic stress and pressure. Cultural traits like urgency and perfectionism...

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Reclaim Your Power: Where Hope Meets Purpose

Reclaim Your Power: Where Hope Meets Purpose hosted by Alexis Becerra, a workplace trauma healing coach, licensed therapist, leader and first-gen Mexican-American.  This podcast is for the Latina professional who is done shrinking, tired of surviving workplaces that were never meant to hold her, and ready to rise with clarity, courage, and purpose. If you’ve ever felt burned out, disempowered, or quietly questioning your worth,  this space was created for you. You didn’t fail. You weren’t “too sensitive.” The systems you are navigating were never built with you in...

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Summary

In this episode, Alexis Becerra discusses the concept of burnout, emphasizing that it is not a personal failure but a systemic issue. She explores how burnout affects the nervous system, particularly in Latino professionals, and highlights cultural traits that contribute to this experience. The conversation culminates in a redefinition of rest as a necessary act of self-care and empowerment, rather than a reward.


Takeaways

  • Burnout is a systemic issue, not a personal flaw.
  • The nervous system reacts to chronic stress and pressure.
  • Cultural traits like urgency and perfectionism contribute to burnout.
  • Rest should be seen as a necessity, not a luxury.
  • Latino professionals often feel the need to prove their worth.
  • Burnout signals a loss of safety and control.
  • Rest is essential for nervous system regulation.
  • Reclaiming rest is a revolutionary act for first-gen Latinas.
  • Listening to your body is crucial for self-care.
  • Burnout can be an invitation to set boundaries and reclaim power.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Burnout: A Systemic Perspective
02:59 The Nervous System and Burnout
05:52 Cultural Influences on Burnout
08:58 Reframing Rest: A Revolutionary Act

 

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