The Nine to Kind Podcast

Envy is an emotion we are taught to ignore or challenge, rarely have we been taught to tune into our envy. What if we did? What might we learn? I give some brief insight on how listening to envy helped me get back to living by my values and taking some healthy risks for my burnout. The Nine to Kind Possibility Planner goes on sale next month! Visit www.⁠⁠ninetokind⁠⁠.com or follow Nine to Kind on Instagram @⁠⁠nine.to.kind⁠⁠ Follow Lauren on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@laurenruthmartin⁠⁠⁠ For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit ⁠⁠⁠laurenruthmartin.com⁠⁠⁠ The Nine to Kind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

Boundary crossing season is upon us! Our time and bandwidth are the most valuable and finite resources--how do we maintain the boundaries that protect them? This episode goes into what we should keep in mind when setting and maintaining boundaries. We focus on the non-negotiable boundaries. Make sure you're on the email list--in November I will send out the holidays boundary guide just in time for the Thanksgiving. The Nine to Kind Possibility Planner goes on sale next month! Visit www.⁠ninetokind⁠.com or follow Nine to Kind on Instagram @⁠nine.to.kind⁠ Follow Lauren on Instagram ⁠⁠@laurenruthmartin⁠⁠ For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit ⁠⁠laurenruthmartin.com⁠⁠ The Nine to Kind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

Overwhelmed? Tired? Uncertain? These feelings are far too common for overthinkers and overdoers. When the world seems to be constantly intense, how do we cope or even accept that it's too much? This episode offers a guide for slowing down, validating our experiences, and restarting. If you are struggling with owning the difficulty of life (because yes it's always worse elsewhere) this episode is a reminder that your life and health matter. The Nine to Kind Possibility Planner goes on sale next month! Visit www.ninetokind.com or follow Nine to Kind on Instagram @nine.to.kind Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram ⁠@laurenruthmartin⁠ For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit ⁠laurenruthmartin.com⁠ The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

Burnout recovery is a marathon, not a sprint. What's important to consider are the factors outside of our control that make us more vulnerable to burnout in the first place. This episode goes into the mindset behind burnout management, and offers compassionate perspectives on how to maintain motivation.  Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

Shame is a heck of an emotion, and it's beyond easy to get stuck in a shame spiral. I offer insights from my recent experience in the spiral and offer guidance on how you can get out too. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

A phrase that's increased popularity lately but none of us have a clear definition of what it means to "own it." It's easy to avoid or overdo shame, which leads us to staying stagnant. How do we feel the cringe without getting down on ourselves? How can we repair when we mess up? I offer a formula for owning it. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

I revisit the topic of looking long term when beginning burnout recovery. Our desire for things to make sense or feel "right" will not be what guides us during the initial phases of burnout repair and recovery. This episode is great for those who need motivation to keep going or a reminder that their exhaustion is valid. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

Our general dissatisfaction with life can very well be due to our lack of understanding for what we want. If we are constantly wondering "do they like me" and not even considering if we like them...then no wonder there is an imbalance! I talk about the mindset shift you need to build your life worth living. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

We all know that life is more comfortable when we are in charge. What do we do when we can't do it all? We process what beliefs drive us away from receiving help and how we can become more open to accepting it. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

How do we determine what seasons of life are for improvement or remaining steady? This episode goes into a framework that will help you set fairer expectations and decide what skills are best to have on call.  Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

This might sound weird...but there are aspects of my burnout that I miss. I unpack this with the hopes we all make space for a part of burnout recovery we don't speak enough about. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

As we approach the season of more is more...how do we know when to stop? On the other end of things, how to we know when we need to push out of our comfort zone? I offer guidance on how to discover options in order to navigate busy seasons with minimal burnout.  Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

The return of self compassion is sustainable change. We know that self compassion means treating ourselves like a friend...but what does that even look like? I offer tips and perspective on transitioning to a kinder companion. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

This episode has become one of my favorites. Burnout recovery can have its hiccups, and at a time where we probably don't have a ton of energy...we need to hold onto hope. How does one maintain energy when learning something new and not get burned out all over again? We talk about balancing our perspectives when anticipating the worst. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

Burnout is inevitable in the society we exist in. It can be enticing to engage in the race of hustle culture and people pleasing...especially when overextending can be highly rewarded. I share thoughts from my personal experience of facing my biggest bully...myself. I offer what we can look forward to once we begin embracing no and honoring our limits.  Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

Comparisons are never ending, what if we can learn from them. I share insights I have gained while learning from my comparisons. We face the realities of our envy and where to go from there. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

We think that those around us will celebrate our personal growth. However, there are times when our growth actually causes damages in our relationships. Some relationships are meant for a season, and the grief we experience is very real. I break down the factors that contributed to the changes along with offering a fresh perspective for moving forward. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

Now don't skip this episode if you're not a parent. It's full of insights and perspective shifts for anyone that is a helper of any sort. I discuss the conflicting emotions we experience as helpers and how to begin shifting the dynamic to those we support. Parent guilt will always exist, I offer ways for you to begin working through it. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

What does it mean to have more margin in your life? Is it even possible? How does one slow time down to exist? I talk about ways we can begin making more room for ourselves and what we might have to lose to do that. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support

...because it's just that easy right? I offer some insights and first steps on how you can approach burnout recovery in a sustainable way. We dig into the stories we tell ourselves and other ways we get in our own way. Want more? Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenruthmartin For more information on RODBT, ACT or therapy visit novelcounseling.com For speaking bookings, freebies, and more visit laurenruthmartin.com The 9toKind Podcast is for general informational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose or treat any condition, illness, or disease. Not intended to be financial, legal, medical or therapeutic advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nine-to-kind/support