The Oxygen Mask Mindset

Reclaiming Your Energy In a World that Glorifies Exhaustion

De: Calissa Ngozi

Narrado por: Calissa Ngozi

You’re not meant to be permanently exhausted—it’s time to take your energy back!

If you’re stuck in constant overwhelm, it’s not normal—and you don’t have to keep living this way.

The world pressures us to always do more, but pushing nonstop only leads to stress, burnout, and lost joy.

Author Calissa Ngozi knows this firsthand. After reaching her own breaking point, she discovered practical ways to reclaim balance and peace. Now, she shares the tools that can help you do the same.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• The signs of burnout—and how to clear mental and physical clutter
• Simple regulation techniques to restore balance to your body and mind
• How to build emotional resilience and reconnect with yourself
• Why self-care is essential (and how to make time for it without guilt)
• Effective ways to set boundaries and protect your well-being

Burnout is real—and often hidden, even from yourself. If you feel like time is always against you, you may already be there.

It’s not selfish to put yourself first. In fact, it’s the only way you can truly show up as your best self.

This empathetic, practical guide will show you how—so start your journey today.

©2025 Calissa Ngozi (P)2025 Calissa Ngozi

Taking Care of You

In listening to this book, I learned some key ways to spot signs of wear and tear and becoming overly stressed. It’s helpful to better understand what healthy “tiredness” looks like and when your body has crossed into an unhealthy state. The narration is easy to follow, making it simple to remember the information. Overall, I was impressed with the content and will be referring to it often.

Learn from burnout the right way

Burnout will most likely affect you in your life, especially so if you are a strong person, someone who loves to live passionately and with purpose. Anyone who wants to live their life the right way can only benefit from this audiobook. The author relatably explains how easy it is to fall into the trap while doign everything right, and how to get yourself back out of it.

Change relationships and work life for the better

For me, the most significant shift came from the chapters on self-care and boundaries. I had always viewed self-care as a luxury or, worse, a selfish indulgence. This book passionately argues that taking care of yourself is not selfish at all—it's the only sustainable way to show up as your best self for others. I learned effective ways to draw clear, firm lines to protect my well-being, which can really change relationships and work life for the better.

It put my needs back on the list

I listened to this during my morning walks and I’m glad I picked it up. It reminded me that I’m allowed to take up space in my own life and that caring for myself isn’t selfish. I quite liked how practical and calm it felt. The tone made it easy to stay with it, even on days when I had very little energy. I kept pausing to think, “Yes… this is exactly what I’ve been doing” and it gave me small ideas I could actually use right away. It also encouraged me to shift how I treat myself and by the end, I felt more capable of giving myself the same care I give everyone else.

Finding my new groove

This book has been exactly what I was looking for. finding myself in a world where I am constantly tired. The book teaches how to reclaim your energy with recommendations that are spot-on and easy to replicate. The book is well written and super easy to follow, especially via audio.

Gave Me The Reset I Really Needed

I picked this up after feeling burned out for months, and it hit exactly where I needed help. The guidance made me rethink how I manage my time and energy without making me feel guilty for slowing down. I started trying a few of the self care steps, and they actually fit into my routine without adding stress. I’m noticing more calm moments in my day and a lot less pressure to push nonstop. It’s been a refreshing shift.

Comprehensive

This is a guide that focuses on helping individuals develop a mindset that prioritizes self care, resilience, and personal growth. The guide empowers readers to take control of their lives and make intentional choices.

Exactly What I Needed to Hear

Listening to The Oxygen Mask Mindset was a wake-up call and a relief at the same time. Calissa Ngozi speaks with such compassion and honesty that it feels like she truly understands what burnout feels like. I learned how important it is to slow down, set boundaries, and give myself permission to rest without guilt. The techniques for emotional regulation and balance were practical and easy to start using right away. This audiobook reminded me that self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. I’m walking away with more awareness, peace, and tools to protect my energy. I highly recommend it to anyone who’s ever felt constantly drained.

Calm, clear, and genuinely helpful

The Oxygen Mask Mindset by Calissa Ngozi is a warm, practical guide to recognizing burnout and rebuilding your energy with intention. The writing is clear and kind, and the structure moves smoothly from signs and symptoms to daily tools. I found the C.A.R.E. method especially useful: it helped me map simple self-care actions across physical, emotional, social, and reflective needs, so rest became a habit rather than an afterthought. The sections on boundaries and on changing your relationship with time are grounded in real life; the ideas for free restorative breaks and planned stillness are easy to try. A small note: a few themes repeat for emphasis. Overall, this is steady, compassionate support for anyone ready to breathe again.

Put yourself first

Such a powerful listen! It helped me realize how much I was putting my own well-being last and gave me permission to start making changes. The advice is delivered in a calm, reassuring way, and it felt like the author really understood what burnout can feel like. I liked how it focused on small, realistic steps instead of big lifestyle overhauls. This audiobook made me feel less guilty about slowing down and taking care of my energy.