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Podcast interview for the Enlightened Executive

In September 2026, I was interviewed for Susan Drumm’s podcast The Englightened Executive.

I shared some very personal stories about my burnout and why it took me so long to let go of the ‘good girl’. And of course I gave plenty of practical tips you can apply right away.

I had a great time talking to Susan and hope the podcast inspires you as much as it did me. We also spoke about:

  • Why so many capable people are comfortably miserable.
  • How can you be doing everything right, checking all the boxes, and still be running on empty?
  • Why looking successful doesn’t mean you’re feeling okay.
  • How I kept fixing the surface without realizing the problem underneath.
  • Why your signal spot is valuable information, not an inconvenience to push through on.

And more. I’d say, carve out 26 minutes to watch it above. Or listen to it on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or Spotify.

[PODCAST] Interview for Life & Business Champion

In June 2026 Csaba Demeter from the Life & Business Champion podcast interviewed me about the concepts in my book Radiant: How to Have All the Energy You Need to Live a Life You Love.

I share more about my journey that started with a burnout at age 24 and how that changed the way I look at energy, success, intuition, and what it truly means to live a fulfilling life.

We talk about why so many successful people are exhausted, invisible energy drains and how small shifts in awareness can transform the way we work, lead, and live.

Other topics we discuss:

  • Why lack of energy is often a symptom, not the real problem.
  • How burnout can become a turning point rather than an ending.
  • Why living on willpower is unsustainable in the long run.
  • How highly sensitive people experience the world differently.
  • The role intuition plays in better decision-making.
  • Why grounding and presence are powerful performance tools.
  • How happiness, purpose, and energy are deeply connected.
  • The daily habits that help create a more radiant life.

[Blog + video] My burnout results were shocking: here's what I learned

Sarah Stahl wrote a blog about her experience with doing the Burnout Scan and some private mentoring sessions with me early 2025. She also recorded a video with some of her insights from the Burnout Scan.

“This week, I experienced something life-changing, something that shook me to my core and forced me to confront a deep, dark pain I didn’t even know I was still carrying. …

And then, it hit me. I wasn’t just upset about work—I was experiencing something far deeper. … This revelation was a turning point.

But I wasn’t sure how to move forward with this newfound clarity, so I reached out to Iris, someone I’ve been working with for a while now. I took her burnout scan, and the results were eye-opening. The scan revealed how much I had been pushing myself without realizing I was nearing burnout. There were clear markers that this episode was boiling under the surface—like trouble sleeping, brain fog, and irritability—that I had been ignoring for far too long.

Iris and I scheduled a session to talk through this deep discovery. What she did in that session was nothing short of incredible. Without giving away all her secrets, Iris helped me uncover the source of that “ugly bugger” hiding inside, causing havoc in my life. She guided me in letting go of that energy, and within an hour, I felt a complete shift. It was a bright, uplifting change that had an immediate effect on my life. The results were almost unbelievable—an unexpected raise, a dream job opportunity, and an influx of projects I had been chasing for months.”

You can read the entire article here.

[PODCAST] Interview for Global Voices: Writing Beyond Borders:

In February 2025 Teuta Metra—an author herself—interviewed me for her podcast and we spoke about the inspiration for both of my books, what I find most difficult when it comes to writing and whether I listen to my editor. And much more. Enjoy!

Iris van Ooyen and Boukje Jongedijk recording the Positiviteits podcast

[PODCAST] Meer energie voor een fijner leven (in Dutch)

Interview by general manager and podcast-maker Boukje Jongedijk-Eijsink for her Positivity Podcast in September 2022.

In a world where everyone seems to be busy and many people live from weekend to weekend, managing your energy well can make all the difference. This episode talks about listening to your intuition, Iris’s insights to have plenty of energy to enjoy your life, being highly sensitive and how to wield that as your strength. As well as the books Iris wrote: her Young Adult Fantasy novel Poisoned Arrow and her latest book Radiant: How to Have All the Energy You Need to Live a Life You Love.

Listen to the Positivity Podcast here

Interviews with Iris

Screenshot of a Blue Ocean Life Nation interview series article featuring Iris van Ooyen

Michael Coughlin from Blue Ocean Life and Iris talk about holistic wellness, how to prioritize mental health and tips to work remotely.

Iris also shares the toughest challenge during her career and which movement she would love to inspire.

Read the Blue Ocean Life interview here
Screenshot of a Karen R. Sanderson blog post featuring the Radiant book by Iris van Ooyen

Iris van Ooyen embodies "Radiant"

In this article from Karen R. Sanderson, Iris shares how she went from surviving to thriving. She believes life is meant to be enjoyed. Her personal journey went from burn-out and discovering she’s a highly sensitive person (HSP) to writing a book about having the energy (and the time) you need to be able to enjoy life fully.

I believe that which brings you the most joy is what will bring you the most. That’s what has been guiding my choices for many years.”

Read the article here

Book reviews for Radiant: How to Have All the Energy You Need to Live a Life You Love

Radiant book cover by Iris van Ooyen featured in a Red Headed Book Lover review graphic

“Radiant is an excellent book not only for the author’s honesty but also for the incredible topics and wisdom laced throughout. In my opinion, Radiant is a profound well-being book that will challenge readers to make them think about their own habits and spark a change. This is incredibly important and Iris van Ooyen accomplishes this with ease in her book as from beginning to end, she captivates her readers and keeps them hooked with her wonderful advice but also sensational literature that is full of passion. …

Radiant is an inspirational, informative, and outstanding self-help/well-being book that will be perfect for those who are looking to live healthier lives with more energy!” — Aimee Ann from Red Headed Book Lover

Read the book review here
Radiant book cover by Iris van Ooyen beside a Heartspoken book review by Elizabeth H. Cottrell

“This book was an exciting surprise. I was interested in what the author had to say about self-care and personal energy management, but since I didn’t think I was her target audience, I wasn’t expecting to be so impressed. I would not hesitate to recommend the book to anyone who wants to learn how to do a better job of self-care and managing their energy level in different environments. …

A book that will help you understand yourself better and make you a more compassionate advocate for your own well-being.” — Elizabeth Cottrell, Heartspoken Book Review

Read the Heartspoken book review

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