Hello, Firestarter.

Your spark’s still in there—we’re just going to clear the ashes first.

I’m Shelley Boyd, and through my book and podcast, I’ll share lessons learned on how to rise from the ashes of burnout so you can reconnect with your creativity and start leading the life you were meant to live.

Feeling fried? Start here.

Download Before You Burn It All Down—a free guide with 7 surprisingly doable ways to shift out of burnout mode—without blowing up your life. No toxic positivity. Just clear, science-backed steps to help you feel more like yourself again.

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Burnout isn’t just a crisis of energy — it’s a crisis of meaning.

Millions struggle with burnout, but most advice treats it like a time-management problem or offers surface-level self-care tips. Beyond Burnout, The Over-Achiever's Guide to Beating Burnout for Good goes deeper—straight to the heart of why high-achievers, creatives, and entrepreneurs find themselves exhausted and disconnected from the work they once loved.

At its core, burnout is grief—the slow erosion of meaning after years of chasing success without alignment.

Coming September 2025

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The Blog

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Aug 28, 2025

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Aug 12, 2025

The Dopamine Tax

Jul 03, 2025

Speaking Engagements

Want real solutions, not just inspiration?

I'd love to share practical burnout-busting strategies with your audience.

Whether it's a keynote, business group, book club, or student event, I bring two decades of experience plus a genuine understanding of what it's like to be overwhelmed and ready for change.

My talks focus on actionable solutions that help high achievers thrive. Ready to help your people reclaim their energy and rediscover their passion? Let's chat.

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