Burnout doesn’t mean the end of your author career — it’s a sign you need to rebuild differently. In this episode, we’re joined by author and speaker Tracey Delaney to talk about the realities of burnout, the warning signs we often miss, and the small, realistic steps that can help you recover your creative spark.

⚠️ Trigger Warning:

This episode includes sensitive discussion around mental health, suicidal thoughts, loss of a loved one, cancer, parental loss, and near-death experiences, as well as occasional light language. Please listen with care and step away if needed.

*Note: We are NOT mental health professionals and are not qualified to diagnose, treat, or handle mental health. Please use the resources below to find qualified help.*

If you’re struggling or feel hopeless, you’re not alone.

Here are some free or low-cost mental health resources that can help:

U.S. National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial or text 988 (24/7, confidential support).

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained listener.

Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org — offers screening tools, peer support, and low-cost therapy options.

7 Cups: https://www.7cups.com — free online chat with trained listeners + affordable therapy.

Open Path Collective: https://openpathcollective.org — therapy sessions starting around $40.

BetterHelp or Talkspace — online therapy platforms with financial aid options.

For international listeners: Find country-specific hotlines at [findahelpline.com], which lists free crisis lines worldwide.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out — help is available, and recovery is possible. 💛

Thank you to our friends at Written Word Media who helped make this episode possible. If you haven't already, please visit their website at www.writtenwordmedia.com to see how they can help you with your marketing plan!

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