The Hidden System Keeping You Burned Out (It’s Not You) | Corinne Low - EP 749

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Alternative Health

4.7 • 779 Ratings

🗓️ 2 April 2026

⏱️ 62 minutes

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Summary

What if your exhaustion isn’t a personal failure, but the result of invisible systems shaping your life?In this episode of the Passion Struck podcast, I sit down with Wharton economist Corinne Low, author of Having It All, to unpack one of the most misunderstood challenges of modern life: why so many of us feel depleted even when we’re doing everything “right.”Corinne introduces a powerful idea called “the squeeze”—a period where demands on your time, energy, and identity all peak at once, while your resources lag behind. Careers demand more. Parenting expectations intensify. Household responsibilities don’t disappear—they become invisible.The result? A life that feels full… but not fulfilling.Passion Struck is the #1 alternative health and personal growth podcast dedicated to human flourishing and the science of mattering. It is ranked #1 on FeedSpot’s list of the Top Passion Podcasts on the Web and is consistently recognized among the world’s top business and mindset podcasts.Check the full show notes here: https://passionstruck.com/the-economics-of-exhaustion-modern-burnout/Explore guided prompts, reflections, and a companion reflection guide connected to this episode at: https://TheIgnitedLife.netThank You to Our SponsorsLimited Time Offer – Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code PASSION at huel.com/passion. New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show!Connect with JohnKeynotes, books, podcast, and resources: https://linktr.ee/John_R_MilesChildren’s Book — You Matter, Luma: https://youmatterluma.com/Pre-Order The Mattering Effect: https://matteringeffect.com/Get the book Having It All: https://www.corinnelow.com/bookIn This Episode, You Will Learn:

How invisible “deals” shape your career, relationships, and identity—often without your awareness.
Why do people stay in unsustainable arrangements
How societal expectations distort your choices,
What it means to design your life around your personal utility function—the things that will actually matter at the end of your life.

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Support the Movement: https://startmattering.com/. Every human deserves to feel seen, valued, and like they matter. Wear it. Live it. Show it.

Disclaimer

The Passion Struck podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of Passion Struck or its affiliates. This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice.

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0:00.0	Coming up next on Passion Struck.
0:02.4	For parents, we want to endlessly pour energy into our kids and we do let ourselves become
0:08.7	depleted.
0:09.3	We skip the gym or we skip the things that we need to take care of ourselves.
0:12.9	I think the piece that we miss is that when we're not getting that energy in, the energy
0:19.5	that's flowing out becomes degraded also.
0:22.5	So what we're putting into our kids actually isn't as high quality when we are not getting that energy flow in that we need.
0:31.6	Welcome to Passionstruck. I'm your host, John Miles.
0:34.9	This is the show where we explore the art of human flourishing
0:38.6	and what it truly means to live like it matters.
0:41.9	Each week, I sit down with change makers, creators, scientists, and everyday heroes
0:46.3	to decode the human experience
0:48.4	and uncover the tools that help us lead with meaning,
0:51.7	heal what hurts, and pursue the fullest expression of who
0:55.2	we're capable of becoming. Whether you're designing your future, developing as a leader,
0:59.7	or seeking deeper alignment in your life, this show is your invitation to grow with purpose
1:04.8	and act with intention. Because the secret to a life of deep purpose, connection, and impact
1:10.3	is choosing to live like
1:12.1	you matter.
1:19.4	Hey friends, and welcome back to episode 749 of PassionStruck.
1:24.6	Earlier this week, we kicked off a brand new series for the month of April,
1:28.7	Purpose by Design. And in that opening conversation with Arthur Brooks, we explored something
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