How to recover from burnout isn’t just about working less. It’s about redefining success from the inside out. In this episode, author Chazz Scott joins Julian Hayes II to share why true success starts within.

Burnout has become the silent epidemic of high achievers. Chazz Scott, author of Success Starts Within, opens up about his own journey from exhaustion to resilience, and why high performers must learn to “be well” instead of just “do well.” Together, we explore the science of sustainable performance, how to balance ambition with fulfillment, and the tools leaders can use to recover and thrive.

— Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may not be exact) —

0:00 – Introduction and Portugal stories

6:15 – The nervous system and hustle culture abroad

12:40 – Lessons from Chazz’s father and military upbringing

17:05 – Burnout in 2017: the wake-up call that changed everything

24:50 – Balancing ambition with presence and fulfillment

31:20 – Why achievement alone doesn’t guarantee happiness

38:10 – Tools for managing stress and recovering from burnout

44:55 – Redefining burnout and the role of rest

52:30 – Building radical self-trust and childlike faith

1:01:10 – Nonprofit work, Chazz’s mission, and future projects

— Key Quotes from Chazz Scott —

“Working harder won’t heal what’s inside.”

“What’s the point of climbing the mountain if you can’t enjoy the journey?”

“We focus so much on doing well that we don’t even know how to be well.”

— Connect With Chazz Scott —

Website: https://www.chazzscott.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chazzcscott/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChazzCScott

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chazzcscott/

— Connect with Julian and Executive Health —

LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/

Ready to take your health, leadership, and performance to the next level? Book a complimentary private executive health diagnostic call with Julian Hayes II. Link below. https://calendly.com/julian-exechealth/chemistry

Website — https://www.executivehealth.io/

***DISCLAIMER: The information shared is not meant to treat or diagnose any condition. This is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes. The content here is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor and/or medical practitioner.

288. How to Recover From Burnout: Chazz Scott On Why Success Starts Within