{"podcast":{"title":"the matcha diaries","slug":"the-matcha-diaries-3011053","podcast_index_feed_id":3011053,"rss_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/39123f0c/podcast/rss","website_url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thematchadiaries","image_url":"https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/9474971/9474971-1663744531166-2d0b2d94e02e2.jpg","author":"cara and leo","episode_count":268,"summary":"Welcome to the matcha diaries - our spoken diary on how to survive your twenties (semi) sane. Each week we'll be discussing different topics that are close to our hearts. From finding self-love, navigating relationships, to all things mental health. So pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we get deep and motivate each other to be the best versions of ourselves. ☕","last_synced_at":"2026-07-05T20:20:05.168657+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-matcha-diaries-3011053"},"episode":{"title":"burnout season & feeling like yourself again","slug":"burnout-season-feeling-like-yourself-again","published_at":"2025-11-06T00:02:15+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-matcha-diaries-3011053/burnout-season-feeling-like-yourself-again","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-matcha-diaries-3011053","url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thematchadiaries/episodes/burnout-season--feeling-like-yourself-again-e3aiqm9","audio_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/39123f0c/podcast/play/110766217/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-5%2F82c52740-ef57-a67c-e012-839e14cd639d.mp3","summary":"in this week’s episode, we dive into burnout: how to spot the signs, and how to recharge!! think of this as your reminder to slow down, breathe, and come back to yourself. substack article linked here. to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on ⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠tiktok⁠⁠ or subscribe to us on youtube ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ ! ☕ Thinking of joining our BOOK CLUB? We’d love to have you! Check it out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ ! for advertising opportunities, or you don't have any social media and want to chat, please email us at: ⁠⁠thematchadiariespod@gmail.com⁠ November Burnout Recovery Plan Week 1: The Slow Reset Clear space, clear mind. Start simple — create the environment for recovery. Checklist: ☐ Declutter one small area (a desk, nightstand, or shelf)☐ Wash your bedding and add a cozy blanket or flannel sheets☐ Create one calming corner (a reading nook, candle, or fairy lights)☐ Write down 3 things you’re letting go of this month☐ Go for one solo walk without headphones☐ End each night with a warm drink (tea, hot chocolate, matcha)☐ Read or journal before bed instead of scrolling Week 2: The Sensory Reset Reconnect with your senses to quiet your nervous system. Checklist: ☐ Light a candle each morning or evening — something seasonal like amber or vanilla☐ Try a cozy homemade meal (soup, pasta, or roasted veg night)☐ Listen to a “soft life” playlist while cooking or getting ready☐ Go on a short morning or evening walk — just for fresh air☐ Do one gentle yoga, stretching, or Pilates session☐ Write one journal entry answering: “What actually feels good right now?”☐ Have one social moment — call a friend, host a wine + cheese night, or cozy movie night Week 3: The Mental Reset Protect your energy and quiet your mind. Checklist:…","meta_description":"in this week’s episode, we dive into burnout: how to spot the signs, and how to recharge!! think of this as your reminder to slow down, breathe, and come…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2171,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-matcha-diaries-3011053/episodes/burnout-season-feeling-like-yourself-again/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-matcha-diaries-3011053/burnout-season-feeling-like-yourself-again.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}