Burnout Isn’t Just Exhaustion—It’s a Global Crisis with Emma Laurence

Changing Work

Scott welcomes Emma Laurence, a leading expert in burnout recovery, to dissect the root causes of burnout and offer practical solutions for reigniting one's inner drive. Emma shares her own journey through chronic fatigue and professional burnout, explaining how she went from feeling "crispy fried" to living a joyful and fulfilling life. They talk about how important it is to recognize the signs of burnout, the role of joy as a renewable source of energy, and the steps you can use to build a life aligned with your true desires. Tune in to learn how to overcome burnout and get back to having a sense of purpose and vitality.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - Introduction to Self-Care and Burnout: Kickstarting Your Journey
• 00:01:19 - Meet Emma Laurence: Burnout Expert and Pioneer
• 00:02:54 - Understanding Burnout: Unmasking Symptoms and Root Causes
• 00:04:43 - Reigniting Your Pilot Light: Essential Self-Care Practices
• 00:06:06 - The Beyond Burnout Playbook: Tools for Transformation
• 00:10:25 - Crossing the Threshold: Steps to Move Beyond Burnout
• 00:11:30 - Joy and Creativity: Key Ingredients in Burnout Recovery
• 00:17:47 - Building Your Transition Team: Who to Include for Success
• 00:21:22 - Pacing Yourself: Balancing Action with Self-Respect
• 00:22:45 - Conclusion and Next Steps: Continuing Your Burnout Recovery Journey

Links and Resources:

• Emma Laurence
• Emma on LinkedIn
• Changing Work
• Scott Shute on LinkedIn
• Nicholas Whitaker on LinkedIn

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