Guide to Life: Ambition Without Burnout

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The Woman’s Hour Guide to Life is your toolkit for the juggle, the struggle and everything in between. It’s only available on BBC Sounds. Ambition’s a brilliant thing—but not if it leaves you burnt out. In this episode, we’re exploring how to go after what you want without being overwhelmed in the process. Whether you're climbing the career ladder or building something of your own, we look at how to stay driven while being kind to yourself. It’s all about balance, boundaries, and knowing when to take a breather. Joining Nuala McGovern to discuss is the TV chef and author Lorraine Pascale who shares her experience of burnout, Dr Claire Ashley, the author of The Burnout Doctor, and Helen Tupper, the author of The Squiggly Career. Top takeaways from this episode: - Master the art of boundaries: Saying “no” isn’t selfish—it’s essential. - Upgrade your vocabulary with the ‘Nocabulary’: Try “Not yet,” “Not now,” or “Not me” instead of defaulting to “Yes, of course.” - Celebrate your wins: Don’t rush past your achievements—take time to acknowledge them. - Stay flexible: Let your goals evolve with your life. Adapt them to your current situation. GET IN TOUCH with your dilemmas and questions for The Woman’s Hour Guide to Life: *WhatsApp: 03700 100 444 *Social media: @bbcwomanshour *Email: [email protected] Episodes of The Woman’s Hour Guide to Life are released on Sundays, only on BBC Sounds and you can also watch videos from the recordings on Instagram @bbcwomanshour The Woman's Hour Guide to Life is presented by Nuala McGovern. It is produced by Sarah-Jane Griffiths with Dianne McGregor and Sophie Powling. The Content Editor is Olivia Bolton. The Executive Editor is Karen Dalziel. If you’re affected by any of the topics in this discussion, there are links to information and support on www.bbc.co.uk/actionline.