Julia Carson and Elizabeth Vaughan

Rise

Julia Carson and Elizabeth Vaughan

  • Episode 22: Work

Episode 22: Work

Wednesday 8th November 2023

Join Liz and Julia as they discuss work-life balance, feeling overworked, and the importance of self-care in this candid episode of 'Rise'.
67 minutes
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Rise
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Julia Carson and Elizabeth Vaughan
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Balancing Act: Work, Life, and Self-Care with Liz and Julia

Episode Overview

  • The blurred boundaries between work and leisure time
  • The addictive nature of work and persuasive inner dialogue
  • Struggling to say no and the need for self-kindness
  • The importance of discerning genuine self-care
  • Reflections on feeling overworked and potential triggers
I am feeling quite almost I don't know if overworked is the way to put it but I feel a bit all work and no play sometimes, which can in turn be a bit of a drinking trigger, particularly if you're in the early days.
Ever feel like you're juggling too many balls at once? In this episode of 'Rise', hosts Elizabeth Vaughan and Julia Carson tackle the ever-elusive work-life balance. Both are not only managing their own businesses but also holding down day jobs, making their insights particularly relatable. They dive into the challenges of feeling perpetually 'on' and the difficulty of switching off when work invades leisure time.
From personal anecdotes of burnout to the addictive pull of productivity, Liz and Julia's conversation is a heartfelt exploration of modern work culture. They touch on the blurred lines between professional and personal life, sharing how they discern between genuine self-care and mere distractions. This episode is a candid look at the inner dialogue that convinces us to take on more than we can handle and the struggle to say 'no'.
If you're grappling with setting boundaries or finding nourishing downtime, Liz and Julia's chat offers both comfort and practical advice. Tune in for a conversation that feels like a supportive chat with friends, reminding you that it's okay to let a few plates fall.
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