174 | [Guest] When Faith Meets Burnout: Breaking Free from the Lie that Doing More Pleases God with Kerry Iannone

Many Christian leaders don’t struggle because they don’t care…

They struggle because they care deeply and quietly believe that doing more is what God expects of them.

In this episode, I’m joined by Kerry Iannone, Christian life and wellbeing coach, as we unpack one of the most subtle but dangerous lies in leadership:

That your value comes from how much you do.

Together, we explore how misplaced identity fuels burnout, why so many women find themselves exhausted even in ministry and leadership, and how returning to your identity in Christ changes everything.

In This Episode

We talk about:

• why burnout is often rooted in identity, not just time management • how the belief “doing more pleases God” quietly leads to exhaustion• the hidden pressure many women carry to be everything for everyone• why high-capacity, caring leaders are especially vulnerable to burnout• the signs of burnout, including exhaustion, resentment, and loss of joy • how overcommitting and struggling to say no contributes to burnout• the difference between being and doing in your identity as a Christian leader• why your calendar often reveals what you truly prioritise • how to identify what is life-giving vs life-draining in your leadership• the importance of rhythms, not perfection, in your walk with God• how to reconnect with joy, peace, and clarity in your leadership

A Core Leadership Truth: You are not valuable because of what you do. You are valuable because of who you are in Christ.

About Kerry Iannone

Kerry Iannone is a Christian life and wellbeing coach and the creator of The Balanced Life Blueprint, a transformational program that helps women move from burnout and striving to living with clarity, peace, and God-given confidence.

With over 20 years of experience in education, ministry, and coaching, Kerry has a deep passion for helping high-capacity Christian women realign their lives with what truly matters — so they can lead and live from a place of rest, not pressure.