035 | When Basketball Becomes Too Much: My Battle with Burnout as a Young Athlete

Have you ever loved basketball… but suddenly felt exhausted by it?

Not tired from hard work — but mentally drained, emotionally flat, and slowly losing the joy that once pulled you into the gym. Burnout doesn’t usually hit all at once. It creeps in through overtraining, constant pressure, long travel days, and environments where performance matters more than people.

In this episode, I share my high school burnout story — what it looked like, what caused it, and what I’ve learned since about balance, recovery, and knowing when to step back without giving up. If you’re a player, parent, or coach navigating youth basketball pressure, this conversation matters.

🎙️ Episode 35: When Basketball Becomes Too Much: My Battle with Burnout

📅 Release Date: January 28, 2026

🎧 Episode Type: Solo / Story / Teaching

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