A Conversation with Laura Jane Williams
When burnout occurs alongside success
Today, I share an everyday burnout conversation with writer and author, Laura Jane Williams.
Laura is the author of four novels, two memoirs, and one audiobook. The rights to her international bestseller Our Stop have been sold for television and her books have been translated into over a dozen languages.
In this episode, Laura chats about the burnout she experienced alongside the publication and success of her first book. She talks about her multiple brushes with burnout over the years along with the golden moments when she has prioritised her health over her work.
Reading Laura's memoir Ice Cream For Breakfast gave me great comfort during my burnout period.
Here's one of my favourite nuggets of wisdom that I mention in this podcast chat:
When you don’t know what to do next - in work, in love, in life - do nothing.
Just for a little bit longer.
Don’t know, be unsure, for a little bit more time.
The answer will reveal itself.
It always does.
- Laura Jane Williams, Ice Cream For Breakfast
I adore Laura’s wit and honesty in her writing and feel her magic shines through brightly in this podcast chat too.
Listen to this episode here.
Also mentioned in this episode:
Amanda Frances @xoamandafrances
How To Fail With Elizabeth Day - book and podcast
Is It Working podcast with Tiffany Philippou and Anna Codrea-Rado
The Calmer You Podcast with Chloe Brotheridge
Follow @laurajaneauthor
Find out more about Laura Jane Williams
Laura's books: The Lucky Escape, The Love Square, Our Stop, Becoming, Ice Cream for Breakfast and The Life Diet.
Please note, this podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you're having a tough time or concerned that you're experiencing burnout, please reach out to your doctor or mental health professional for support and guidance.
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