Where burnout meets brilliance: the real talk newsletter for overachievers running on fumes.

Hi, I’m Kelly, a communications lead, content creator, and professional plate-spinner. I live with ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, which means I’ve mastered the art of doing more with less energy (and occasionally writing from bed with a hot water bottle as my co-pilot).

This is for people juggling ambition with exhaustion. Whether it’s chronic illness, demanding jobs, or just life being extra. You’ll subscribe because you want solidarity, smart strategies, and a laugh when everything feels too much.

If you’ve ever powered through a meeting with brain fog or tried to “rest” by doomscrolling, you’re in the right place. I write for the strivers, the spoonies, and the secretly-tired-everyone. Subscribe for sharp takes, survival tips, and proof you’re not alone.

I publish weekly(ish) because life with chronic illness isn’t always predictable, but the honesty here is non-negotiable. Subscribe if you want solidarity, survival strategies, and a little sparkle on the side.

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