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About the Podcast
Welcome to When Burnout Becomes Reality, a podcast that uniquely blends personal experience with the science of burnout. I'm Shannon Swales, your host and a caregiver professional who has not only lived through burnout but also possesses scientific knowledge and skills to treat conditions like burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma.
**You can discover more of my story through reading my memoir Nothing Left to Give: A psychologist's path back from burnout www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/buy-my-book
Development of the Podcast
I started this POD out of my own burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma experience. I noticed how great connecting with others who got what you were going through felt. It helped me feel less alone in it. It helped me to feel understood and unbeknownst to them; it helped me learn from the wisdom they had gained to help me recover and grow. This is why I continue to showcase lived experience guests on the POD. As I healed from burnout, I moved back into my work as a psychologist, and that is when I added the scientific knowledge aspect into the POD, having expert guests like myself share their wisdom to help others. I also share my burnout, recovery, growth story from the beginning until now and everything in between.
So there you have it. I am incredibly proud of this POD and enjoy every minute of producing it. It is a twice monthly (since May 2024) podcast with an episode released on the first and third Thursday of every month. It comes in visual (YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqCrY3G2neqQLELtnzc566w) and audio formats (available wherever you listen to podcasts - go to www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/podcast for links). Each month, we will endeavour to showcase a lived experience guest who courageously comes on the POD to share their raw account of burnout, compassion fatigue and/or vicarious trauma to recovery and beyond or an expert guest, including me, who shares their knowledge and skills in this area of caregiver burnout. All episodes are hoped to assist others in preventing, responding and growing from burnout.
Stay in Touch
The only way this podcast will reach the four corners of this earth, to reach people in need, is through the power of the people - you. So, you can pay it forward by liking, sharing, following, reviewing or leaving a comment. I will be forever grateful for your generosity in doing so.
Subscribe to receive your exclusive 'Build Your Well-being at Work' Workbook www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
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Psychology Services: Burnout Psychology Support Australia Wide Online Therapy and Brisbane In-Person www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/contact
Share Your Story or Expertise:
If you’d like to share your burnout-to-recovery experience or are an expert working in the field of burnout, compassion fatigue, and/or vicarious trauma and would like to share your wisdom, please email me at [email protected] or call 61+ 422 695 576
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by my guests or me are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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Ep Description: In this intriguing episode, Clinical Psychologist Anna Wiederroth shares her wealth of knowledge accumulated through years of compassionate work with individuals and couples, delving into the concept she terms 'relationship burnout'. With eloquence and depth, Anna unpacks the intricacies of relationship burnout, exploring its origins, patterns, and the hurdles it presents. She empathetically addresses the common barriers, fears, and roadblocks individuals encounter on their journey out of burnout and towards fulfilment. Moreover, Anna provides actionable insights and practical techniques to navigate through these challenges and rejuvenate relationships. Please like, share, follow, review or leave a comment. Would love to hear from you!
Warning: In this episode, the critical issue of domestic abuse is raised. We strongly encourage those impacted to reach out to local support services. For those in Australia, please visit https://www.whiteribbon.org.au/helplines/ for a comprehensive list of resources, or contact 1800RESPECT at 1800 737 732. This national helpline operates 24/7, providing confidential support and counselling for individuals who have experienced or are at risk of family and domestic violence, as well as sexual assault.
Guest: Anna is a Clinical Psychologist informed by Trauma and Psychodynamic approaches. She runs a successful private practice called 'Anna W Psychology' from Albion, QLD, seeing couples and individuals who want to experience more fulfilling relationships. To reach more women who want to shift from self-doubt to greater self-confidence, Anna created an online course 'Clarify your Reality' (https://www.annawpsychology.com/clarify-your-reality-course). Anna understands gaining awareness of survival state activation as a primary first step in moving towards greater personal well-being. Working towards this forms part of all her resources, including articles she shares via her Blog. You can connect with Anna via her website as well as socials - Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube (Anna W psychology).
Host: Shannon Swales is driven by a deep passion to empower individuals with the essential mental health knowledge and skills needed to flourish. She guides them through a transformative journey from chronically stressed and burnt-out states to a state of overall wellness. Her commitment to this cause is rooted in personal experience, having traversed the challenging terrain of burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma herself. Shannon's personal odyssey has imbued her with a renewed perspective, enabling her to approach her career and the care of others with a more balanced and empathetic mindset. Join Shannon Swales on this inspirational journey as she shares her transformative experiences and valuable insights, fostering a message of resilience, self-care, and the triumph of well-being.
Connect with Shannon Swales via www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/contact, by reading her burnout memoir - Nothing Left to Give: A Psychologist's Path Back, exploring her blog - 'Lessons From a Burnt Out Psychologist' - https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/lessons-from-a-burnt-out-psychologist, or social media pages @burnoutpsychologysupport
Share Your Story/Expertise: If you’d like to share your burnout experience or are an expert in the field of burnout and would like to share your wisdom on the pod, please email me at [email protected].
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by my guests or me are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
#burnout #relationshipbalance #relationships #chronicstress
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In this episode, I had the privilege of engaging in a thought-provoking conversation with Shannon Bowman, the driving force behind Create Balance Psychotherapy and Counselling (see more about Shannon below). Our in-depth discussion centred around a crucial subject - worker well-being within the organisational context. We explored common pitfalls that workplaces often stumble upon, inadvertently contributing to poor well-being outcomes for workers. Drawing from Shannon's extensive experience, we examined real-life examples of organisations' successes and triumphs, shedding light on effective strategies for preventing burnout and other adverse outcomes. Furthermore, our conversation unravelled the intricate challenges and rewarding benefits associated with implementing psychosocial safety measures within organisations. We navigated through the complexities that both employers and employees encounter when striving to create a work environment that fosters mental health and overall well-being.
Guest: I'm a passionate mental health professional and a pioneer in therapeutic approaches and business innovation. As director of Create Balance Psychotherapy and Counselling, I lead a team of skilled professionals focused on improving the well-being of our community in Geelong. We are particularly proud of our work with Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), which has profoundly impacted our clients' recovery journeys. My dedication to improving others' lives earned me an Achievement Award from the Geelong City Council - an honour that recognises my efforts as a therapist and entrepreneur. I continually introduce new, effective treatment methods and business practices to our psychotherapy and counselling services. Beyond therapy, I actively share my expertise on mental health issues through various channels such as podcasts and discussions. I also speak at workplaces to share insights on enhancing employee well-being and resilience. As a testament to my resilience, I have used my personal experiences with disabilities since birth as a driving force to surpass conventional limitations. Through my work at Create Balance Psychotherapy and Counselling, I focus on accessibility and inclusivity, reflecting my commitment to enriching society and offering compassion to those battling psychological challenges. Connect with Shannon via: https://createbalance.com.au/
Host: Shannon Swales is driven by a deep passion to empower individuals with the essential mental health knowledge and skills needed to flourish in life, guiding them through a transformative journey from chronically stressed and burnt-out states to a state of overall wellness. Her commitment to this cause is rooted in personal experience, having traversed the challenging terrain of burnout herself. Shannon's personal odyssey has imbued her with a renewed perspective, enabling her to approach her career and the care of others with a more balanced and empathetic mindset.
w: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
Memoir: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/nothinglefttogive
Blog: https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/lessons-from-a-burnt-out-psychologist
Social Media: @burnoutpsychologysupport and https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonswales
Please like, share, follow, review or leave a comment. If you’d like to share your burnout experience or are an expert in the field of burnout and would like to share your wisdom on the pod, please email me at [email protected]. Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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In Episode 29 of When Burnout Becomes Reality Podcast, I sit down with Marissa McKool from McKool Coaching. A public health worker from the US who experienced her own burnout prior to the pandemic and, upon recovery, made it her life's ambition to help women in the public health sector prevent, recover from, and grow from burnout.
I interviewed Marissa on a critical topic that is special to her: REST. Marissa clarifies for the listener what exactly REST is, and it isn't what you think. She shares with us the common challenges people face trying to incorporate REST into their schedules and practical takeaway steps to overcoming them. Marissa also highlights the many benefits of making space for REST in your life and how they can help you commence REST in your schedule and continue with it long after recovery from burnout.
Guest: Marissa McKool, MPH, is a former public health leader turned Burnout Coach for women in public health. She helps public health professionals reduce stress, get more time, and create a fulfilling career without burning out. She is also the host of the Redefining Rest Podcast.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissa-mckool-a9701892/
Website: https://www.mckoolcoaching.com/
Host: Shannon Swales is passionate about supporting others with the mental health knowledge & skills to thrive in this life, to move from chronically stressed, burnt-out states to one of wellness. A state she knows all too well after burning out Feb 21, costing her the ability to work & forcing her to move from caring for others to caring for herself. This move has helped her reach the place of wellness today, with the ability to move back to her psychology career and care for others in a more balanced way.
Business Website: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
Book: Nothing Left to Give: A Psychologist's Path Back From Burnout www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/nothinglefttogive
Psychology Services: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/psychologyservices
Blog: Lessons From a Burnt Out Psychologist https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/lessons-from-a-burnt-out-psychologist
IG: www.instagram.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
FB: www.facebook.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonswales
Stay in Touch: Please like, share, follow, review or leave a comment. I will be forever grateful for your generosity.
Share Your Story/Expertise: If you’d like to share your burnout experience or are an expert in the field of burnout & would like to share your wisdom, please email me at [email protected].
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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Episode 28 brings you the wisdom of certified mindset and well-being coach Ange. Ange introduces us to five key steps to go from busy to balanced in this busy culture we find ourselves living in. A culture that is contributing to our unhappiness and conditions such as burnout. Our discussion on this topic flows from our very own personal journeys of imbalance to balance, those of the clients we work with and these key steps that Ange provides in this episode to help us walk from busy to balanced. Tune in to discover how you can (in Ange's words) live a FULL (not BUSY) life that is balanced and joyful.
Guest: Ange Fragiacomo, Mindset and Wellbeing Coach, Founder of Conscious Living Hub and Co-Author of Goodbye Busy, Hello Happy: The Magic of Breaking up with Busy and Finding More Time for Joy.
Conscious Living Hub Website: https://consciouslivinghub.com.au/
Find Out More About Her: https://consciouslivinghub.com.au/about-me/
Book: https://consciouslivinghub.com.au/product/goodbye-busy-hello-happy/
Contact: https://consciouslivinghub.com.au/contact/
Host: Shannon Swales is passionate about supporting others with the mental health knowledge & skills to thrive in this life, to move from chronically stressed, burnt-out states to one of wellness. A state she knows all too well after burning out Feb 21, costing her the ability to work & forcing her to move from caring for others to caring for herself. A move that has helped her to the place of wellness today, with the ability to move back to her psychology career, caring for others in a more balanced way.
Business Website: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
Book: Nothing Left to Give: A Psychologist's Path Back From Burnout
Psychology Services: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/psychologyservices
Blog: Lessons From a Burnt Out Psychologist https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/lessons-from-a-burnt-out-psychologist
IG: www.instagram.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
FB: www.facebook.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonswales
Stay in Touch: Please like, share, follow, review or leave a comment. I will be forever grateful for your generosity.
Share Your Story/Expertise: If you’d like to share your burnout experience or you are an expert in the field of burnout & would like to share your wisdom, please email me at [email protected].
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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EP 27 When Burnout Becomes Reality Podcast brings you the recording of my World Mental Health Day 2023 virtual event - Burnout Panel Discussion and Q&A.
The Burnout panel included a mix of experts and lived experience guests to help bring a well-rounded discussion on this critical topic. They are
Nichola Browning: Retired Nurse (30 plus years across public, private, not-for-profit and corporate sectors), Health Advocate, Changemaker, Burnout Lived Experience, Mother of 3
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nichola-browning-she-her-88927197/
Sarah Kuipers, Panel MSc Burnout and Stress in Health Profs. Bestselling Author (Thriving Giver) Lecturer Trainer Resilience Coach Mother of 3 boys
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-kuipers-065b3612/
http://getbook.at/ThrivingGiver
Carolyn Grant, Panel CEO People Plus Science – Organisational Advisor – Researcher and publisher of Psychological Safety benchmark in Boards and Organisations, Author of the Legacy Leadership book and mother of 3 boys
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynmcsweeneygrant/
And me, the host, Shannon Swales, a clinical psychologist, podcast host (When Burnout Becomes Reality), and author (Nothing Left to Give: A Psychologist's Path Back from Burnout).
W: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
Insta: www.instagram.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
FB: www.facebook.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burnoutps...
Memoir: https://mybook.to/NothingLeftToGive
Email: [email protected]
Our aim was for those attending and listening/watching back to go away with:
🌟 Awareness of what burnout is.
🌟 Knowledge of the risks/triggers for burnout.
🌟 Hope by obtaining evidence-based knowledge of the steps to prevent, respond and grow from burnout.
🌟 Validation and normalisation of the experience of burnout.
Please like, share, follow, review or leave a comment. I will be forever grateful for your generosity.
Share Your Story or Expertise: If you’d like to share your burnout experience or are an expert in burnout and would like to share your wisdom on the pod, please email me at [email protected].
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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Ep 26 allows the listener to learn from Clinical Psychologist Rebecca Black about two important areas associated with burnout: chronic illness - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome & Fibromyalgia, & Unrelenting Standards Schema. Schemas are mental structures of preconceived ideas, a framework representing aspects of the world, or a system of organising & perceiving new information. Rebecca blends her lived experience in both areas with her experience as a schema therapist working with people with chronic illnesses & chronically stressed states such as burnout. She shares her knowledge & tips on noticing & moving away from unrelenting standards & breaking the chronic stress cycles of living with chronic illness. She teaches us a sustainable way to live.
Guest: Rebecca is a clinical psychologist & coach who has spent the last 15 years of her life grappling to understand & overcome her chronic illnesses (CFS and fibromyalgia) & burnout experiences - a mission that she has accomplished! Rebecca is now passionately dedicated to helping other therapists & health professionals move away from these experiences and towards creating a sustainable career and life - one that is balanced, joyful, energetic, abundant & fulfilled - so they can in turn pass this gift of sustainable living on to their clients too.
For therapy: www.nhgpsychology.com.au; [email protected]
For coaching: FB - Sustainable therapists https://www.facebook.com/CoachingwithRebeccaBlack Insta: @sustainabletherapists https://www.instagram.com/sustainabletherapists/ [email protected]
Host: Shannon Swales is passionate about supporting others with the mental health knowledge & skills to thrive in this life, to move from chronically stressed, burnt-out states to one of wellness. A state she knows all too well after burning out Feb 21, costing her the ability to work & forcing her to move from caring for others to caring for herself. A move that has helped her to the place of wellness today, with the ability to move back to her psychology career, caring for others in a more balanced way.
W: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
IG: www.instagram.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
FB: www.facebook.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burnoutpsychologysupport
Stay in Touch: Please like, share, follow, review or leave a comment. I will be forever grateful for your generosity.
Share Your Story/Expertise: If you’d like to share your burnout experience or you are an expert in the field of burnout & would like to share your wisdom, please email me at [email protected].
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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Episode 25, Part 2 brings you the next chapter of April's work and burnout lived experience. In this second half, she moves into the education field again, but this time early education to help bring a balance to her life now that she is a mother. This time, she faces systematic issues such as role ambiguity/conflict, poor leadership and management, under-resourcing, and lack of training. If you haven't caught the first half of her story, it's worth checking out before delving into this chapter. April describes herself as a go-getter and a forever learner, and these aspects of her character start to shine in this chapter regarding what she is learning about her health and well-being at work. April shares in this episode where she is now and how she is crafting a way of life that works with her well-being. Her experience allows us to recognise and reflect on what might be happening to us and inspires and encourages us to make changes to support our well-being. No job/career is worth our health. Thanks, April, for your generosity and authenticity.
April Lauer www.linkedin.com/in/april-lauer-50713112a
About the Host
My name is Shannon Swales, and I am a perfectly imperfect Clinical Psychologist. I am passionate about supporting others with the mental health knowledge and skills to thrive in this life, to move from chronically stressed, burnt-out states to one of wellness. My Telehealth practice, Burnout Psychology Support, is a therapeutic space for anyone who feels overwhelmed, lost, alone, trapped and exhausted every single minute of every single day and looking for support to find a way out, a path through the chronic stress brought about by their work or caregiving responsibilities. A state I know all too well after burning out in February 2021, costing me my ability to work and forcing me to move from caring for others to caring for myself. A move that has helped me to the place of wellness I am at today, with the ability to move back to the career I was trained for, caring for others in a more balanced way.
Stay in Touch
The only way this podcast will reach the four corners of this earth, to reach people in need, is through the power of the people - you. So, you can pay it forward by liking, sharing, following, reviewing or leaving a comment. I will be forever grateful for your generosity in doing so.
Website: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
Subscribe www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/subscription
Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
Facebook: www.facebook.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
Burnout Psychology Services: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/psychologyservices *Group and Individual Therapy Options
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burnoutpsychologysupport
Share Your Story or Expertise
If you’d like to share your burnout-to-recovery experience or are an expert working in the field of burnout syndrome and would like to share your wisdom, please email me at [email protected] or call 61+ 422 695 576
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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Episode 25, Part 1 brings you the work and burnout lived experience of April Lauer. A story that spans over 20 years with the ebbs and flows of burnout as she comes up against several systemic issues that clash with her values, interests and needs. From a primary school teacher at the tender age of 21, navigating the world as a young adult, to taking a leap of faith into a new career, leaving teaching behind and experiencing both government and private sector positions that have given her wisdom in what works and doesn't work for her. Listen in to see what these commonly found system factors were that impacted her mental health and how she navigated through it. Her story is so rich that I have split it into two parts. Part 2 will be release two weeks after this episode. Her experience allows us to recognise and reflect on what might be happening to us and inspires and encourages us to make changes to support our well-being. No job/career is worth our health. Thanks, April, for your generosity and authenticity.
April Lauer www.linkedin.com/in/april-lauer-50713112a
About the Host
My name is Shannon Swales, and I am a perfectly imperfect Clinical Psychologist. I am passionate about supporting others with the mental health knowledge and skills to thrive in this life, to move from chronically stressed, burnt-out states to one of wellness. My Telehealth practice, Burnout Psychology Support, is a therapeutic space for anyone who feels overwhelmed, lost, alone, trapped and absolutely exhausted every single minute of every single day and looking for support to find a way out, a path through the chronic stress brought about by their work or caregiving responsibilities. A state I know all too well after burning out in February 2021, costing me my ability to work and forcing me to move from caring for others to caring for myself. A move that has helped me to the place of wellness I am at today, with the ability to move back to the career I was trained for, caring for others in a more balanced way.
Stay in Touch
The only way this podcast will reach the four corners of this earth, to reach people in need, is through the power of the people - you. So, you can pay it forward by liking, sharing, following, reviewing or leaving a comment. I will be forever grateful for your generosity in doing so.
Website: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
Subscribe www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/subscription
Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
Facebook: www.facebook.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
Burnout Psychology Services: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/psychologyservices *Group and Individual Therapy Options
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burnoutpsychologysupport
Share Your Story or Expertise
If you’d like to share your burnout-to-recovery experience or are an expert working in the field of burnout syndrome and would like to share your wisdom, please email me at [email protected] or call 61+ 422 695 576
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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About Episode
Episode 24 brings you another brave soul's story of burnout. Edwina's experience will be of particular benefit to authors, creators, editors, teachers, mothers of teenagers, the neurodiverse, the grievers, women, and those who experience relationship struggles or break-ups during burnout. It is amazing how much wisdom can be shared in a conversation that lasts just under an hour. I love what I do. I get to witness someone's vulnerability and how it paved the way for their growth. I get to learn vicariously from them, and I hope you do too. Thanks, Edwina, for your generosity.
About the Guest
Edwina Shaw is the author of A Guide Through Grief, Thrill Seekers, In the Dark of Night and over 40 published short pieces. She is the editor of Bjelke Blues and Hard As, and also runs Relax and Write Retreats. She teaches creative writing at the University of QLD and in the community, specialising in writing and yoga for emotional healing. http://www.edwinashaw.com
About the Host
My name is Shannon Swales, and I am a perfectly imperfect Clinical Psychologist. I am passionate about supporting others with the mental health knowledge and skills to thrive in this life, to move from chronically stressed, burnt-out states to one of wellness. My Telehealth practice, Burnout Psychology Support, is a therapeutic space for anyone who feels overwhelmed, lost, alone, trapped and absolutely exhausted every single minute of every single day and looking for support to find a way out, a path through the chronic stress brought about by their work or caregiving responsibilities. A state I know all too well after burning out in February 2021, costing me my ability to work and forcing me to move from caring for others to caring for myself. A move that has helped me to the place of wellness I am at today, with the ability to move back to the career I was trained for, caring for others in a more balanced way.
Stay in Touch
The only way this podcast will reach the four corners of this earth, to reach people in need, is through the power of the people - you. So, you can pay it forward by liking, sharing, following, reviewing or leaving a comment. I will be forever grateful for your generosity in doing so.
Website: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
Subscribe www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/subscription
Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
Facebook: www.facebook.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
Burnout Psychology Services: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/psychologyservices *Group and Individual Therapy Options
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burnoutpsychologysupport
Share Your Story or Expertise
If you’d like to share your burnout-to-recovery experience or are an expert working in the field of burnout syndrome and would like to share your wisdom, please email me at [email protected] or call 61+ 422 695 576
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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About Episode
In this episode, I share updated evidence-based information on burnout and the recovery and prevention of it with a blend of lived experiences from myself and past guests to give awareness and hope to move beyond burnout. You will also get a chance to be guided through a few psychological practices to assist you in making a start on responding, preventing and growing from burnout.
About the Host/Guest
My name is Shannon Swales, and I am a perfectly imperfect Clinical Psychologist. I am passionate about supporting others with the mental health knowledge and skills to thrive in this life, to move from chronically stressed, burnt-out states to one of wellness. My Telehealth practice, Burnout Psychology Support, is a therapeutic space for anyone who feels overwhelmed, lost, alone, trapped and absolutely exhausted every single minute of every single day and looking for support to find a way out, a path through the chronic stress brought about by their work or caregiving responsibilities. A state I know all too well after burning out in February 2021, costing me my ability to work and forcing me to move from caring for others to caring for myself. A move that has helped me to the place of wellness I am at today, with the ability to move back to the career I was trained for, caring for others in a more balanced way.
My qualifications…
I am a clinical psychologist registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) - BSc (Psych) (Hons) MClinPsych MAPS. My principal psychological approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I also incorporate other evidence-based practices, including Motivational Interviewing, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Above all else, I strive to create and maintain a safe, supportive and secure environment for people to heal in a way that feels right for them.
Stay in Touch
The only way this podcast will reach the four corners of this earth, to reach people in need, is through the power of the people - you. So, you can pay it forward by liking, sharing, following, reviewing or leaving a comment. I will be forever grateful for your generosity in doing so.
Subscribe www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/subscription
Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
Facebook: www.facebook.com/burnoutpsychologysupport
Website: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
Burnout Psychology Services: www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/psychologyservices *Group and Individual Therapy Options
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burnoutpsychologysupport
Share Your Story or Expertise
If you’d like to share your burnout-to-recovery experience or are an expert working in the field of burnout syndrome and would like to share your wisdom, please email me at [email protected] or call 61+ 422 695 576
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
Please read the Terms of Use segment at www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
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About Episode and Guest
Some of you may find yourself struggling with an inner critic, a critic that likes to tell you that you are not enough - you are not a good enough psychologist, doctor, teacher, partner, friend, etc. A critic that judges you and leaves you feeling guilt and shame, further debilitating your health and well-being and impairing your functioning. The good news is compassion is an excellent antidote for our inner critic. Compassion is noticing suffering in self or others and taking action to alleviate that suffering. Compassion, particularly self-compassion, is vital to help support one's overall health and well-being, including preventing, recovering and responding to burnout.
In this episode on compassion and burnout, I interviewed Dr Hayley D Quinn, a coach for women business owners, clinical supervisor for therapists and helping professionals, trainer and clinical psychologist. Hayley is the founder and host of the podcast Welcome to Self® with Dr Hayley D Quinn. Hayley assists women business owners in changing how they relate to themselves and their work through the lens of compassion, so they can build more sustainable ways of working and businesses that thrive and live the full and meaningful lives they desire and deserve! Hayley strongly believes that thriving women create thriving businesses.
I first met Hayley during my postgraduate studies, where we studied clinical psychology. Fast forward several years when I reconnected with Hayley in the capacity of supervisory support and development in Compassion Focused Therapy. Hayley holds a special place in my heart because her support allowed me to flourish and grow professionally and personally. She is one of my compassionate guides. She showed me what it means to be compassionate to self and others. This is why I had to have her on the pod to share her wisdom on compassion and how it can assist you with prevention, recovery and growth from burnout.
Keep In Touch With Dr Hayley D. Quinn
Welcome to Self Podcast: https://drhayleydquinn.com/podcast/
Website: https://drhayleydquinn.com
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/DrHayleyDQuinn
Instagram: @drhayleydquinn
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If you’d like to share your burnout-to-recovery experience or are an expert working in the field of burnout syndrome and would like to share your wisdom, please email me at [email protected] or call 61+ 422 695 576
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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Episode 21 of Burnout Psychology Support (formerly known as BURNOUT: A Different Kind of GAP Year) Podcast focuses on the challenges of returning to your work/career post-burnout. It will focus on my journey from leaving my career as a clinical psychologist, unsure if I would ever return, to making the steps back. It will also infuse elements of scientific knowledge to help support others who find themselves at this point or are fearful about taking that break from their career.
I genuinely believe that it is through sharing experiences that we learn, grow and connect.
If you have found this episode helpful, please like or comment to let us know; share so others can benefit. To keep up to date with episode releases, follow or subscribe to your podcast provider or subscribe at www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
If you’d like to share your burnout to recovery experience, please email me at [email protected]
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for evidence-based therapy. These are our own human experiences. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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Episode 20 of Burnout Psychology Support (formerly known as BURNOUT: A Different Kind of GAP Year) Podcast brings you the burnout to recovery experience of Population Health Lead Eva James.
Sitting down with Eva to hear about her burnout and recovery experience was a pleasure. Like me, she took a 'time-out' (aka GAP) from her work to help support her health and well-being. However, unlike me, her experience was compounded by grief and loss.
Eva shares her signs that she was burning out, how she decided to prioritise her care (which wasn't easy) and how she went from feeling disconnected from herself, others, work, and life to reconnected.
I believe it is through sharing experiences that we learn, grow and connect.
If you have found this episode helpful, please like or comment to let us know; share so others can benefit. To keep up to date with episode releases, follow or subscribe to your podcast provider or subscribe at www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com
If you’d like to share your burnout to recovery experience, please email me at [email protected]
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for evidence-based therapy. These are our own human experiences. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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Have you ever been told you are 'sensitive' or maybe even 'too sensitive'? I have, one too many times. If you answered yes or even know someone who has, this episode is for you.
Last year I met this episode's expert guest, Becky Corbett, a registered holistic nurse and sensitivity expert. I was a guest on her podcast called The Gentle Living Nurse, where I talked about my sensitivity and burnout experience.
It was through Becky that I recognised I am a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and that being an HSP had contributed to my vulnerability for not only burning out but the other mental health battles I've had since I was a young adult. It was life-changing for me.
HSP is someone who has a central nervous system that is more sensitive to physical, emotional and social stimuli. As Becky explains in this episode, this can create many challenges as the world is not set up for an HSP.
Becky draws on her research and experience (personal and professional) to help the listener understand, recognise and respond to one's own or another's HSP trait to help maintain their well-being.
I learned so much by sitting down and interviewing Becky, and I am sure you will too.
To find out more about this remarkable woman and her essential work, go to the following:
Website: www.thegentlelivingnurse.com
Email: [email protected]
Free self-soothing guide: https://www.thegentlelivingnurse.com/gentlelivingfreebies
Instagram: @thegentlelivingnurse
If you have found this episode helpful, please like or comment to let us know; share so others can benefit too. To keep up to date with episode releases, follow or subscribe to your podcast provider or subscribe at www.burnoutadifferentkindofgapyear.com
If you are an expert in burnout and would like to share your wisdom on burnout to support others, please email me at [email protected]
If you have a burning question about burnout that you'd like answered on the podcast, please email me.
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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Episode 18 of Burnout: A Different Kind of GAP Year Podcast brings you the burnout to recovery experience of a business owner, husband and father, Glen.
Looking back at his burnout experience with the wisdom he now has from his recovery offers you a unique perspective of the signs that contributed to his burnout, things he didn't or couldn't see at the time. Things like not resting, not prioritising self-care, pushing through, doing it on his own, and not setting boundaries, to name a few.
It took hitting 'rock bottom' at a point of hopelessness and a timely Facebook advert to send him on his road to recovery and beyond to where he is now, thriving.
If you have found this episode helpful, please like or comment to let us know; share so others can benefit. To keep up to date with episode releases, follow or subscribe to your podcast provider or subscribe at www.adifferentkindofgapyear.com
If you’d like to share your burnout to recovery experience, please email me at [email protected]
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for evidence-based therapy. These are our own human experiences. Just like I have done for myself, I encourage those of you who are suffering to seek professional help.
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Episode 17 of Burnout: A Different Kind of GAP Year Podcast showcases a therapeutic tool that played a significant role in my burnout recovery process, journaling. As a Clinical Psychologist and a person with lived experience of burnout, I would like to share my knowledge and expertise with journaling to support those who are going through, suspect that they are, or have recovered from burnout and want to prevent it from happening again or are curious about this condition.
In this episode, I aim to provide you with information that will:
Increase understanding of journaling as a therapeutic technique. Increase knowledge of how to set up your practice. Provide resources to start your journal practice.I answer the following questions:
What is journaling? What styles of journaling are there? What's the purpose? Does it help? Are there any limitations? What is the best way to journal? What barriers are there to journaling? What resources are there to set up a journaling practice?If you have found this episode helpful, please like or comment to let us know; share so others can benefit. To keep up to date with episode releases, follow or subscribe to your podcast provider or subscribe at www.adifferentkindofgapyear.com/about
If you are an expert in burnout and would like to share your wisdom on burnout to support others, please email me at [email protected].
If you have a burning question about burnout that you'd like answered on the podcast, please email me at [email protected].
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. Like I have done for myself, I encourage those suffering to seek professional help.
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Episode 16 of Burnout: A Different Kind of GAP Year Podcast brings you the first of many episodes like this one, where I, a Clinical Psychologist, share knowledge and skills to raise awareness and provide support to those who suspect that they are or are going through burnout, want to prevent it or are curious about it.
In this episode, I aim to provide you with information that will help you
Be able to detect burnout in yourself Be able to detect burnout in others Be able to respond to your burnout Be able to respond to someone else's burnout.I answer the following questions:
What is burnout? How prevalent is it? Who's at risk? What impact can it have? How to overcome or prevent it? Where to get help?If you have found this episode helpful, please like or comment to let us know; share so others can benefit. To keep up to date with episode releases, follow or subscribe to your podcast provider or subscribe at www.adifferentkindofgapyear.com/contact.
If you are an expert working in the field of burnout and would like to share your wisdom on burnout to support others, please email me at [email protected].
If you have a burning question about burnout that you'd like answered on the podcast, please email me at [email protected].
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for personalised therapy. Just like I have done for myself, I encourage those of you who are suffering to seek professional help.
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Episode 15 of Burnout: A Different Kind of GAP Year Podcast brings you Heart Place Hospital creator and champion Jacqui O'Connor's (aka "love rock star" and "hope merchant") burnout to recovery experience.
Jacqui takes us on a journey from a busy nurse, nurse manager, mum and wife who believed she was hitting all the culturally appropriate success markers to the 'mack truck' moment (aka burnout) that set her life in a new direction. As she describes it, she went from an "unhealed healer" to a "healed healer".
One thing you are bound to love about Jacqui's burnout to recovery story is how she tells it. She has a way with words that allows for a deeper understanding of what life was like for her in the thick of her burnout and how her life is now...magical.
If you'd like to stay in touch with Jacqui O'Connor and the Heart Place Hospital, visit and follow her at the following links
Facebook: www.facebook.ccom/heartplacehospital
Instagram: www.instagram.com/heartplacehospital
Website: www.opencollective.com/heart-place-charity-hospital
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-o-connor-98995081/
If you have found this episode helpful, please like or comment to let us know; share so others can benefit. To keep up to date with episode releases, follow or subscribe to your podcast provider or subscribe at www.adifferentkindofgapyear.com/contact
If you’d like to share your burnout to recovery experience, please email me at [email protected]
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for evidence-based therapy. These are our own human experiences. Just like I have done for myself, I encourage those of you who are suffering to seek professional help.
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Episode 14 of Burnout: A Different Kind of GAP Year Podcast brings you the burnout stories of two remarkable women, one of whom experienced job burnout (higher education industry) and the other mum burnout. Together they have created their movement based on sharing their own and others' resilience stories on their podcast and life happened. You can follow them on Instagram @and_lifehappened.
Jessica and Samantha openly share their separate burnout to recovery experiences in this episode. Jessica shares the negative impacts of a toxic work colleague, the wave-like nature of her burnout, the difficulties accessing therapy during the peak of the pandemic in the US, and walks us through some of the therapeutics strategies that have helped her to recover. On the other hand, Samatha shares how her expectations of what she envisioned motherhood would look like contributed to her burnout, how she navigated her challenges with getting and engaging in support, and how instrumental this support was to her recovery once she found what she needed.
Together their stories showcase the individual differences experienced amongst individuals suffering from burnout, but the similarities cross-overs that are common amongst burnout to recovery experiences. I hope you find this episode helpful in your journey through or preventing burnout.
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If you’d like to share your burnout to recovery experience, please email me at [email protected]
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, tips, etc., expressed in this podcast by myself or my guests are not a replacement for evidence-based therapy. These are our own human experiences. Just like I have done for myself, I encourage those of you who are suffering to seek professional help.
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