Understanding your Emotions - OverwhelmUnderstanding your Emotions - Overwhelm
Practitioner Health Wellbeing Podcast
Healthcare experts share tips on understanding and managing the feeling of being overwhelmed.
36:42•27 Mar 2023
Overcoming Overwhelm: Practical Tips from Healthcare Experts
“You know, if we don't expect ourselves to constantly take everything off into like be on top of everything completely, if we can just allow ourselves to be in a ballpark and of energy and effort, and, you know, reserving some space for ourselves and not expecting ourselves to get everything done, and certainly not expecting us to get everything done perfectly Every Single Day.”
Feeling overwhelmed is a common struggle, especially for those in the healthcare profession. In this episode of the Practitioner Health Wellbeing Podcast, Dr. Zaid al-Najjar, Ruth Deighton, and Simon Lyne come together to shed light on this pervasive emotion. With their extensive experience treating mental health professionals, they break down what it means to feel overwhelmed, where these feelings stem from, and practical ways to manage them. Ever wondered why your to-do list never seems to end?
Or why people-pleasing leaves you drained? This episode tackles these questions head-on. The trio discusses how personal life pressures can spill over into professional duties, creating a cycle of stress and anxiety. They emphasize the importance of self-compassion and seeking help without feeling ashamed. By sharing real-life examples and offering relatable advice, they make the topic approachable and engaging.
If you're a healthcare worker or anyone grappling with negative emotions, this episode offers valuable insights to help you navigate through the fog of overwhelm. Tune in for practical strategies and a compassionate perspective on managing stress.
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