Burnout isn’t your fault

In this episode, Charis is joined by psychotherapist, author, and mum of three Anna Mathur to talk honestly about burnout, productivity, and the invisible cost of always being the one who copes.

Anna shares the moment she realised she had nothing left in the tank - sitting on the kitchen floor, unable to pack a bag or make a simple decision - and how burnout became one of her most painful teachers. Together, they unpack why so many parents tie their identity to productivity, why exhaustion gets applauded, and how guilt keeps us stuck in cycles of depletion.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that burnout isn’t a personal failure - it’s a collective issue. And that caring for yourself isn’t selfish, it’s essential. For your mental health, for your nervous system, and for the children who need to see you rested, resourced, and able to laugh again.