Why Context Switching is Draining You
Evergrowing is a podcast show for leaders on inner growth. When you step into leadership, you're embarking on a journey of continuous evolution – hence, Evergrowing. I'm Sabrina Wang, CEO of Evergrowth Coaching. I have the privilege of coaching top-tier CEOs running 8-9 figure businesses. Now, I'm bringing you the most impactful breakthroughs from our work. Summary: Context switching is one of the biggest challenges for CEOs, coaches, and leaders in today’s fast-paced world. Going from investor meetings to one-on-ones, from deep work to sales calls, can feel exhausting. In this episode, I break down why context switching is so hard and the four types of burnout that contribute to it: mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual. More importantly, I share practical ways to reduce the energy drain and reclaim your focus. ⏳ Chapters & Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction: Why Context Switching is Hard 00:42 – The Real Cost of Multitasking & Context Switching 02:36 – The 4 Types of Burnout That Impact Focus 03:08 – Mental Burnout: Why Your Brain Feels Overloaded 04:28 – Physical Burnout: How Your Body Affects Your Focus 05:58 – Emotional Burnout: Carrying Unprocessed Feelings 07:28 – Spiritual Burnout: When Work Drains Your Life Force 08:45 – How to Reduce Mental Burnout (Simple Practices) 09:59 – Fixing Physical Burnout: Listen to Your Body 11:16 – Processing Emotions to Prevent Burnout 12:28 – How to Prevent Spiritual Burnout & Stay Energized 14:12 – The Key to Effortless Context Switching 15:42 – Closing Thoughts: Flow, Self-Compassion & Confidence 🔑 Key Takeaways: ✅ Multitasking isn’t a skill—it’s a stressor. Research shows it raises heart rate and decreases focus. ✅ Burnout comes in four forms—mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual. Each one impacts how we perform. ✅ Mental burnout happens when our brains are overloaded—taking breaks, meditating, or stepping outside helps. ✅ Physical burnout comes from ignoring basic needs like sleep, movement, and hydration—regular body check-ins are key. ✅ Emotional burnout happens when we suppress feelings—allowing space to process them can prevent fatigue. ✅ Spiritual burnout happens when our work lacks meaning—prioritizing fulfilling tasks can restore energy. ✅ The key to smooth context switching is not brute force but aligning your energy, focus, and self-compassion. If you found this helpful, like, comment, and subscribe for more insights on leadership, growth, and well-being! 🚀💡