Aligned & Awake with Dr. Asha Prasad

Aligned & Awake with Dr. Asha Prasad

Saying No Without Guilt

Simple Shifts That Can Help You Stay Centered

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Dr. Asha Prasad
Jul 08, 2025
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Most people don’t hit burnout because they’re lazy or weak.

They hit burnout because they care too much.
Because they give too much.
Because they rarely pause long enough to refill what they’ve spent.

You may be the kind of person who shows up, who follows through, who puts others first even when you're running on empty. And while those traits are admirable, they can also be dangerous—especially when they're not balanced with boundaries.

Let’s talk about protecting your energy—not in a fluffy or abstract way, but in real, practical terms. In a world that constantly demands more, how do you stay centered? How do you protect your peace without guilt? And how do you build a life that nourishes you instead of draining you?

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