[REPOST] Episode 98: Is Your Burnout Preventable?

This episode originally aired April 10, 2024. Enjoy Episode 98 of Medium Lady Talks!

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Welcome back, listeners! Today I’m solo on mic exploring a question that's inspired by a text chat I had with a friend: "Is your burnout preventable?" If you've ever found yourself plagued with exhaustion, resentful of all the things out of your control, and down the path to truly crippling physiological symptoms, this episode is for you.

 

Summary:

In this episode, we’ll think critically about burnout, examining it from different angles. I’ll reflect on a recent conversation with a friend and grapple with the question of whether burnout is inevitable or something we can fend off. We’ll dissect burnout from three perspectives: "no," "maybe," and "yes," navigating through the complexities of stress management and self-care.

Remember that burnout isn't a one-size-fits-all experience. It's about tuning into ourselves, understanding our triggers, and embracing the belief that we have the power to steer clear of burnout's stormy seas. Whether you're a firm believer in prevention or still on the fence, know that you're not alone in this journey. Reach out, seek support, and let's navigate through the waves together.

 

Resources and Links Mentioned:

- Kristin Neff's book: "Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself" - Find more resources at self-compassion.org.

 

Episodes Referenced:

  - "Gentle Goal Setting for Burnt Out Millennials and Mothers" (Episode 62)

  - "Effort Energy and Connection with Siobhan France" (Episode 49)

  - "How to be a Human with a Voice" (Episode 74)

  - "The Identity Revolution: Why I Plan My Free Time Each Month and You Should Too" (Episode 82)

  - "Is Friendship a Type of Self Care?" (Episode 68)

  - "8 Ways to Make Better Decisions as a Couple" (Episode 60)

  - "Is Your Self-Care Helpful or Harmful?" (Episode 83)

  - "Medium Lady Talks about Parenting on a Bad Day" (Episode 10)

  - "Medium Lady Talks about Lowering the Bar" (Episode 11)

  - "Financial Self-Care with Lianne Hannaway" (Episode 53)

  - "Finding Calm in the Life You Already Have with Cecelia Mandryk" (Episode 90)

  - "Why We Get in the Way of Our Creativity and Self-Care" (Episode 67)

  - "Medium Lady Talks about Doing Less with Tracy Stanger"

  - "Everyday Manifesting" with guest Diana Alexander Rane (Episode 89)

  - "My Life Changing Perspective on Having Your Best Summer Ever" (Episode 70)

 

Thanks for joining us on this insightful episode! Don't forget to hit subscribe and share the podcast with fellow millennial mothers. Stay tuned for more episodes packed with wisdom, laughter, and heartfelt conversations. Until next time, don’t forget, you’re doing such a good job.

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