Balance Shared, Michelle’s Substack

Balance Shared, Michelle’s Substack

My Burnout Story — and Why It Was Never Just About Me

Late-stage capitalism, patriarchy, and white supremacy don’t just shape policy. They shape our daily lives.

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Michelle Lasley
Jul 07, 2025
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The time when my son was in 1st and 2nd grade has forced the focus I want to take in this world - learning how to say “No” and choosing what’s really aligned for each of us. I was working full time, keeping the house as well as I could, part-time, and making sure my son got to all the activities that were ripe for his development, part-time.

A day in the…

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