Send us a text Aug 30, 2025 | In this episode, I open up about something different — not interest rates or housing trends, but something that every realtor, loan officer, and entrepreneur silently battles: mental health. I sit down with my therapist, Carissa Karner, to talk about the challenges of burnout, anxiety, and the pressure to always be “on” in the real estate and mortgage industry. Carissa has been a huge part of my journey, helping me process trauma, set boundaries, and finally build a healthier relationship with both my business and myself. We talk about everything from why 87% of realtors quit in the first five years, to the unhealthy coping mechanisms so many of us lean on, and how therapy tools like EMDR, conscious breathing, and boundary-setting can completely change the game. This is one of the most personal episodes I’ve ever recorded, and I hope it brings value to anyone out there feeling like the grind is crushing them. If I can find a better way forward, so can you. ✅ Key Takeaways 87% of realtors quit in the first 5 years — burnout is real. Boundaries aren’t selfish — they’re survival. Therapy provides tools to process stress and trauma. EMDR can unlock deep healing you didn’t know you needed. Even small shifts (breathing, check-ins, phone boundaries) can change your day. Overwork and people-pleasing hurt your business long-term. Fun and play aren’t distractions — they’re necessary for peak performance. Therapy isn’t just for rock bottom; it prevents collapse too. Investing in yourself is the best ROI you’ll ever get. #realestatelife #realtorwellness #mortgagelife #mentalhealthmatters #burnoutrecovery #therapyworks #anxietysupport #realestatepodcast #loanofficerlife #worklifebalance #emdrtherapy #realtormotivation #careerwellness #realestatesuccess #mentalhealthawareness #businessgrowth #selfcaretips #realtortips #personaldevelopment #realestatecommunity
