Episode Summary:
In this raw and real conversation, Suze and her husband Jakko unpack the invisible weight many professionals carry—burnout not caused by overwork, but by toxic shame. They explore how childhood survival strategies, unconscious identifications, and deep guilt systems quietly shape how we show up, give too much, and slowly drain ourselves. From the doctor who can’t take a break to the partner who explodes when doing his best isn’t enough—this episode is a mirror for anyone who’s ever felt like they were never enough.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What toxic shame really is—and how it hides beneath “doing your best”

• Why burnout is often a trauma response, not a time management issue

• The two burnout types: over-functioning for others vs. isolating for safety

• Real-life examples from Suze and Jaco’s marriage and client work

• Why safe spaces often trigger unsafety—and how to stay present anyway

• A soul-aligned reframe: your worth is not in what you do, but in who you are

Mentioned in this episode:

• Two-day seminar in August on healing burnout & shame

• “Finding God in Everyday Life” retreat (spots still open)

• Suze’s trauma certification and upcoming workshops

Available on:
Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • suzemaclainepont.com