About Our Guest
Simone Nabholz is a designer, storyteller, and founder of Winterwares, a ceramics studio in Fremantle dedicated to the art of slow living. After experiencing burnout from a fast-paced lifestyle, Simone rebuilt her life with intention, creating work that helps others find beauty in everyday moments. Through her ceramics, writing, and workshops, she gently inspires people to live with presence, purpose, and calm.
From Burnout to Balance
When Breakdown Becomes a Breakthrough
In this conversation, Simone Nabholz shares her profound journey through burnout, identity crisis, and the path to recovery. She reflects on the signs of burnout she ignored, the guilt associated with her feelings, and the existential questions that arose when her work identity was challenged. Through grounding experiences in nature and creative outlets, Simone discusses how she began to reconnect with herself and rebuild her life after a significant breakdown. In this conversation, she shares her transformative journey from burnout to finding joy and purpose through pottery and sitting in the ocean. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries, defining personal values, and living intentionally. Simone emphasises the significance of small daily practices that nurture well-being and the power of saying no to create space for what truly matters. Her story highlights the journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the joy found in everyday moments.
Simone’s Tips
Learn to say no — protect your time
Start your day with something that fills your cup.
Surround yourself with beauty and simplicity — it nourishes your soul more than you realise.
Simone’s Contact Details
Instagram: https://instagram.com/winterwares
Facebook: https://facebook.com/winterwares
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/simonenabholz
Website: https://winterwares.com.au
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Winterwares
Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/winterwares
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Time Stamps
00:00 Teaser From Burnout to Balance
00:26 The Journey to Burnout
11:20 The Crisis of Identity
20:52 Finding Grounding in Nature
23:47 The Power of Saying No
26:33 Defining Personal Values
28:50 Living Intentionally and Mindfully
31:08 Transforming Passion into Purpose
31:58 Rebuilding After Burnout
34:06 Building Resilience and Emotional Well-being
35:32 Redefining Success and Finding Fulfillment
38:41 Embracing Everyday Joys and Personal Growth
40:02 Lessons from the Journey
43:02 It's a wrap
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