Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted from your job? (Previously episode 6 of season 2)
Dr. Mary Grimberg delves into the pervasive issue of workplace burnout, especially in the healthcare sector, with guest expert Dr. Meredith Grossman, a practicing physical therapist and the founder of Health Care Unraveled.
Dr. Mary and Dr. Meredith explore the often-taboo topic of workplace burnout and its extensive impacts on physical and mental health. Dr. Meredith shares her personal journey through burnout and how it inspired her to create a platform dedicated to helping healthcare professionals overcome this challenge.
Key highlights from the episode include:
- Understanding how burnout affects your body and mental health across various industries.
- The normalizing of toxic work environments and the importance of recognizing burnout symptoms such as anxiety, irritability, and physical health issues like insomnia and cardiovascular problems.
- The crucial role of relational health and social support, and its impact on overall well-being.
- Practical tips on setting boundaries and finding ways to protect your energy in both toxic and demanding work environments.
- The concept of the growth edge and how small, sustainable steps can alleviate the pressure of burnout.
For those interested in learning more, Meredith offers programs and webinars that specifically target burnout in the healthcare sector. Follow her on Instagram (@MeredithGrossmanPT) and visit her website (healthcareunraveled.com) for more resources.
Timestamped Overview
00:00 Exploring Burnout Across Industries
03:32 "Toxicity in Healthcare Norms"
06:54 Normalization of Overwork and Sacrifice
12:02 Rethinking Exhaustive Work Routines
14:52 Burnout's Impact on Relationships
17:37 Hidden Health: Beyond Physical Fitness
23:39 Start Small: Set Work Boundaries
26:39 People Pleasers and Perfectionists' Struggles
31:46 Healthcare Burnout and Self-Care Priorities
35:13 Holistic Approach to Combat Burnout
37:07 Overcoming People Pleasing
42:37 Balancing Authenticity and Professionalism
46:27 "You Are Not the Problem"
48:51 Burnout Workshops & Webinars
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