Transforming Burnout into Mindfulness with Neysha Arcelay

In this episode of the Unbroken Place podcast, host Eddy Thomas engages in a deep conversation with Neysha Arcelay, a transformation advisor and coach, about the critical issues of burnout and self-awareness. Neysha shares her personal journey from a successful corporate career to becoming a coach, emphasizing the importance of understanding oneself to combat burnout. They discuss the dynamics of leadership, the impact of implicit bias in organizations, and the necessity of vulnerability in leadership roles. Neysha also highlights the significance of finding personal purpose and the challenges of societal expectations. The conversation concludes with Neysha's insights on her PhD journey and the importance of asking oneself, 'What if I could?' to inspire personal growth.

Takeaways

• Neysha emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in overcoming burnout.
• Burnout can stem from losing touch with oneself and societal pressures.
• Leaders often operate in reactive modes, which can deplete their teams.
• Conscious leadership requires understanding one's strengths and weaknesses.
• Vulnerability in leadership fosters trust and connection within teams.
• Personal purpose should guide actions rather than societal expectations.

Connect with Neysha:

• Website: neyshaarcelay.com
• TikTok: @thatneysha
• Instagram: @thatneysha

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Produced by Say Some Thing Studios.

Music: "Blood" by Anthem of Rain, “Holizna” by HoliznaRAPS, “Too Fly” & "Tide Turns" by Kesta from the free music archive. This work is openly licensed via CC BY 4.0.