The Quiet Build-Up: How Resentment, Burnout, and Boundaries Collide

In this episode of The Quest for Self, we explore the quiet buildup of emotions that often lead to resentment, burnout, and broken boundaries. We talk about how emotional exhaustion and people pleasing can cause us to abandon ourselves in the name of keeping the peace. When you’re constantly taking on the mental load, overextending at work, or being the “reliable one” in your relationships, resentment can slowly creep in. We discuss how this pattern leads to chronic stress, feeling unappreciated, and emotional disconnection. Together, we unpack how suppressed anger can actually be a signpost for change and a call to reclaim your power. This episode is about learning to recognize what your burnout is trying to tell you, how to build healthy boundaries, and how to stop shrinking to fit into roles that no longer serve you. If you’ve ever felt unseen ...