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Ep 15. Lessons from My Extended Sick Leave: What Helped Me Heal from Burnout and Chronic Migraine

Ep 15. Lessons from My Extended Sick Leave: What Helped Me Heal from Burnout and Chronic Migraine

Update: 2025-06-16
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Join me as I reflect on the five-year journey since I went on sick leave due to all of the physical and cognitive effects of burnout, and other chronic pain and symptoms. In this episode, I dive deep into the lessons learned about self-awareness, what was under my perfectionism, the forms of stress I didn't recognize, and the importance of self-compassion through it all. I share personal experiences about overcoming overwhelm, recognizing the mind-body connection, and the steps I took towards healing, including the significance of mindset and surrounding oneself with a supportive community. Whether you're dealing with migraines, burnout, or stress-related illness, I hope my story provides insight and encouragement for your own healing journey.

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00:00 Introduction: Five Years Since Sick Leave
00:42 Struggles and Transition
01:27 Facing Stress and Burnout
04:07 Lessons from Burnout
07:43   Honest Self-Awareness
10:02   No such thing as perfect
10:59   The Power of Mindset
15:30   Building a Support System
17:22   Importance of Listening to Your Body
19:02   Your Needs Matter
21:18   The Importance of Small Actions
23:02   Getting Comfortable Sitting In The Unknown
23:43   Understanding the Nervous System States
25:05   Stress Comes in MANY Forms
26:22   Self-Compassion is So Neccessary
27:54 Conclusion: Reflecting on the Journey

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Education and techniques discussed in this Podcast originate from many sources, countless hours of research, training, and self-healing unless otherwise noted.

Music credit: MomotMusic, Kyrylo Momot
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Ep 15. Lessons from My Extended Sick Leave: What Helped Me Heal from Burnout and Chronic Migraine

Ep 15. Lessons from My Extended Sick Leave: What Helped Me Heal from Burnout and Chronic Migraine

Karen Ash, ACC