Embracing Self-Care: Insights from Dr. Tamara Bickford on Burnout and Resilience
In a world that often glorifies busyness and self-sacrifice, the conversation around self-care and burnout has never been more crucial. In a recent episode of the Soul Alliance Self-Care Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Tamara Bickford, a board-certified emergency medicine physician and author, who shared her journey from burnout to becoming a self-care advocate for high-achieving women. Here are some key takeaways from our enlightening discussion.
Understanding Burnout
Burnout is not just a buzzword; it’s a psychological response to chronic workplace stress that can seep into all areas of life. Dr. Bickford outlined the phases of burnout, which include:
- Honeymoon Phase: Initially, you feel excited and fulfilled in your work.
- Onset of Stress: You begin to experience psychosomatic symptoms, such as headaches and fatigue, which are often dismissed.
- Chronic Stress Phase: Feelings of overwhelm and a lack of control set in, leading to chronic fatigue and moo ...
Beat Burnout: Simple Tips for a Happier, Less Stressed You
Beat Burnout: Simple Tips for a Happier, Less Stressed You
When I was in my 30’s I experienced such an intense level of burnout that I ended up having a stroke. Through my recovery I knew I had too learn how to heal my nervous system and create a life and space around me that felt good, supported, and more relaxed.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and burnt out? You’re not alone. Life can be hectic, but with a few simple changes, you can start feeling more balanced and joyful, before you get yourself in the state that I experienced.Â
As a life coach specializing in burnout prevention, I’m here to share some easy self-care practices, somatic exercises, and fun tactics to help you stay connected and purposeful every day.
First Things First, Recognize the Signs
First things first, let’s identify the signs of burnout. If you’re feeling constantly tired, irritable, or detached, it’s time to take action. Recognizing these symptoms is the first step toward healing. Be intentional about slowin...
Are you Experiencing Burnout? 3 Ways to Tell & When to Get Help
Have you ever wondered if the stress you were experiencing was just a little too much?Â
I know I had this pivotal moment in my life when I was in my late 30’s. I was newly divorced, raising 3 kids by myself, I was isolated from my family, and I was working a high stress sales job that I hated.Â
Also, leading up to my divorce, my partner was absent, not really participating and sometimes away for 3 weeks out of a month. The only participation was a paycheck.Â
So, the stress was there for a while and got significantly worse after the divorce just because it’s impossible to raise 3 kids by yourself. Now I had some really good friends that were very helpful, but it wasn’t enough.
There was a 6 year difference between my oldest and my younger two because of two miscarriages I experienced in between that were devastating but the age difference was tough.
My oldest played almost every sport and so I spent a lot of time in the car and on the field watching and waiting. I remember packing ...
How Can I do More In Less Time (Without The Overwhelm)
How Can I do More In Less Time(Without The Overwhelm)
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It’s what a lot of people want, I know I do.
I’m always looking for ways to be more intentional about my time because I know it’s my most precious resource.Â
I don’t want to waste time on things I don’t really love doing. I want to do the things I love, the things that make me feel like I’m in flow.
Today I’m going to share with you some of the things that have worked for me and my clients when it comes to what I call “Time Expansion”, creating more time and space for the things you love and getting more done in less time!
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Know what’s important - You can’t really be intentional with your time unless you know what’s important to you. We spend a lot of time in autopilot, going through the motions. We sometimes aren’t even paying attention to the daily tasks we participate in. If you truly want to be intentional you have to start by knowing your core valu...
Be More Intentional With Your Time
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Tina is a Mindset, Success, & Self Care Coach specializing in helping you reconnect with your true self, start dreaming big, and reach those dreams without the burnout!
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I had a stroke at the age of 39 from stress and burnout that shook my world. Now, I'm laying it all out, the deep self-care practices and mindset shifts I needed that keep me healthy, balanced & thriving. Join me in this intimate space as we explore healing, resilience, and the soul's journey to alignment. This is where real conversations about deep level self-care happen. Let's get into it!
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