A-Z of Burnout - B - Balance

Summary

In this episode of the A to Z of Burnout series, we focus on B for Balance. Rich and Andrea discuss the significance of finding balance in life, sharing our own personal experiences, including the stress of moving house and the need for self-care. The episode emphasises the value of seeking support, normalising struggles, and recognising our self-worth beyond external validation. We discuss the impact of over apologising and the importance of living by one's values.

We do our best to deep dive in to what finding balance means, exploring the complexities of balancing work, social life, families, and self-care. We emphasise the need for compassion towards ourselves and how we shouldn't aim for perfection, as well as the importance of finding joy in our lives while managing our responsibilities. These conversations as always are informal and offer find their own direction but we hope the authentic approach to our discussions help normalise a lot of the struggles that we face as complex human beings.

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Takeaways

• Normalising struggles helps people feel less alone.
• It's okay to seek support and acknowledge vulnerabilities.
• Finding balance is essential in managing stress.
• Self-worth should not rely on external validation.
• Apologising too much can undermine self-esteem.
• Recognising what you can control is empowering.
• Personal growth often comes from facing challenges.
• Living by your values fosters confidence and reduces anxiety.
• Finding balance is a continuous process, not a fixed state.
• Self-care is essential to avoid burnout and maintain well-being.
• You should prioritise your own needs without feeling guilty.
• Enjoying life is crucial for overall happiness and fulfilment.
• Balance is about making time for both responsibilities and personal enjoyment.
• It's okay to not be perfect in parenting or work.
• Compassion towards oneself is key in managing stress and expectations.
• Living by your values helps in making decisions that align with your true self.

Recommended Books from the Episode:

Let Them by Mel Robbins - overcoming low self esteem by Melanie Fennell

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