# Joanna and Chip Gaines business sabbatical and career shifts

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> Updated: 2026-09-14T10:40:08.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Joanna and Chip Gaines have shared details regarding their decision to step back from their professional commitments to address burnout. Speaking on the ‘Joy 101 with Hoda Kotb’ podcast, Joanna Gaines described experiencing a period of “soul weariness” caused by the relentless pace of their work and a feeling of being part of a “machine.”

This exhaustion led the couple to take a three-month sabbatical from their Magnolia business empire approximately three years ago to refocus on their original vision and purpose. Additionally, the couple explained that they chose to depart from their HGTV series ‘Fixer Upper’ at its peak popularity to prioritize their health, family, and well-being over professional momentum.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-14: Joanna Gaines explains departure from ‘Fixer Upper’

Joanna Gaines explains why she and Chip Gaines left ‘Fixer Upper’ at its peak, citing ‘soul weariness’ and a need to prioritize family and mental health over professional burnout.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/joanna-gaines-explains-departure-from-fixer-upper

### 2026-09-11: Joanna Gaines reveals three-month sabbatical from Magnolia brand

Joanna Gaines revealed that she and Chip Gaines took a three-month sabbatical three years ago to combat burnout and rediscover their vision for their Magnolia business.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/joanna-gaines-reveals-three-month-sabbatical-from-magnolia-brand

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