A Journey Through Burnout Recovery with Bronwen Sciortino

In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone speaks with Bronwen Sciortino, a Perth-based author and burnout recovery expert, about her deeply personal journey from high-achieving perfectionist to a life rebuilt after shattering burnout and a health crisis. Bronwen shares the unexpected wake-up call that forced her to confront her own limits, her experience of losing her identity, and the powerful process of reclaiming a more authentic, aligned self.

About the Guest:
Bronwen Sciortino is an internationally renowned author and speaker who helps people redefine success without burning out. After pushing herself past the point of exhaustion, she rebuilt her life from the ground up—ditching perfectionism for purpose and pressure for peace. Through her work, she teaches people how to create a life that’s perfect just for them—one that allows them to be healthy, happy AND highly successful. She now guides others to live in a way that’s simpler, slower, and far more sustainable. Bronwen invites people to stop performing and start living—imperfectly, but powerfully.

Main Topics Covered:
Bronwen's personal story: from ignoring warning signs to a life-altering medical diagnosis
What “shattering” from burnout really looks and feels like
The silence, stigma, and shame surrounding mental health and perfectionism
The small, practical steps Bronwen took to redefine success and self-worth
Reclaiming identity, self-compassion, and the power of asking: “What if they’re wrong?”
The importance of intuition, permission, and micro-choices in healing
Support systems, the role of partners, and practical tips for resilience

Quote from the Episode:
“I really lost who I was in the process of being what everyone expected me to be. The process that I went through was about reclaiming me and really owning the perfection of who I am as an individual.” — Bronwen Sciortino

Timestamps:
[00:00:07] – Introductions and Bronwen’s home in Perth, Australia
[00:01:09] – Cats, play, and transitions from busy to downtime
[00:03:39] – The health crisis and the moment of “shattering”
[00:07:18] – Burnout: definitions, stigma, and the perfectionist trap
[00:16:40] – The emotional and practical experience of collapse
[00:26:14] – Healing: practical changes, asking “what if they’re wrong?”
[00:29:38] – Permission, intuition, adventure, and micro-steps
[00:36:20] – Support systems: partner, animals, creativity, and nature
[00:39:04] – Reclaiming identity, self-worth, and bioindividuality
[00:42:40] – Bronwen’s current work, books, and ways to connect
[00:44:15] – Special offer details and final rapid-fire questions

Special Offer from the Guest:
The Reset Session. A 1-hour Reset Session to help you pause, reflect, and take the first step toward a life that feels clearer, lighter, and right for you.
Value of the product offered: $597.00
Special offer for the listeners of the show: $400 discount using the below link and coupon code
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