Pour From A Full Cup
By Isis Daniel
When I first decided to pursue a career in wine, I transitioned from working in the restaurant industry. The late hours and physical exhaustion were my daily reality. When the pandemic hit in 2020, I realized I wanted to continue my journey in wine, but not in the traditional role of a sommelier in a fine dining restaurant. I had begun creating wine content before the pandemic, but during this time, I became a full-time caretaker for my father and great aunt, balancing caregiving with educational content creation.
As the pandemic progressed, I shifted my focus to my social media career, producing weekly wine tasting videos and live streams while engaging with my audience. However, the pressure to create content at the frequency that algorithms required for growth, combined with personal challenges, led me to experience burnout.
When you realize you are experiencing burnout, remember to pause and breathe. You are the master of your fate and the captain of your soul. Reflect on how far you’ve come and show love to those who support you. It’s okay to take a step back.
Going to therapy was a vital decision for me. It allowed me to discuss feelings of disconnection from my true self and my career goals. Therapy helped me establish boundaries and reconnect with myself. My quiet morning walks also helped me reconnect with God, reminding me that there’s always something new to hope for, even when you feel lost.
“In the words of my mother, “To the greatest degree possible, be who you want to be today. Don’t wait for other people’s validation; validate yourself.” ”
I encourage anyone facing burnout to seek therapy and engage in self-reflection. After therapy, I took a significant pause to reevaluate my goals. Embrace change, honor your experiences, and reconnect with your true identity and purpose. You are not your work, but the work flows from you; so you must take care of yourself.
In the words of my mother, “To the greatest degree possible, be who you want to be today. Don’t wait for other people’s validation; validate yourself.”
Learn this lesson, which I had to learn the hard way: pour from a full cup and take responsibility in refilling it when it’s empty.
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