From Bike Life to Burnout: When Passion Becomes Pressure with Yuki

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Have you ever loved something so much that it started to consume you? In this episode of The Motovation Podcast, Yuki shares her journey from discovering motorcycles at Trev Deeley a decade ago to becoming the driving force behind Vancouver’s Bike Life community. Her authenticity and passion built a movement that drew riders together simply by showing up on two wheels.

But as her social profile gained speed, the freedom of riding turned into constant work—day and night. What once fueled joy became a source of pressure and burnout, leaving her searching for validation instead of connection. Yooki opens up about the painful decision to step away, the loss of identity that followed, and the unexpected clarity that came from slowing down.

For anyone who’s ever hit burnout, felt trapped by their own success, or faced the challenge of rediscovering who they are beyond their role, this conversation offers a reminder: sometimes the hardest turns lead you back to yourself.