Burnout: What I Have Learned So Far with Meg Leddy
104 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago -Feeling burned out? As a Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant and mom of two, I found myself struggling to keep up with the demands of the job, home, and my own expectations of life. Burnout was affecting my work, relationships, and health. I knew I had to change, but how? I felt like I didn't have time to breathe let alone add anything else to my day. I get it. Here is how I integrated wellbeing into my busy day to create the life I want.
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How the 3 P's can help us through challenging times
October 02, 2022 04:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBI had not heard of the three P's until this week. I think these are applicable in every aspect of life, but especially for those working in medicine. Take a listen to see how understanding the 3P's can help us all during challenging times.
How entrepreneurship may be a way out of burnout
September 25, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBAsmita is a professional coach who helps women entrepreneurs co-create businesses that are centered around their lives and not the other way around. We discuss how she created a business where she has clients that she loves and also allows her ample family time and income. She is exquisite. If you are thinking about entrepreneurship, this is the podcast for you! You can find her on Instagram here.
Is blending in holding you back?
September 18, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBFor years, I just wanted to blend in. It wasn't until a book asked me what brought me joy, that I looked at my life, and had NO IDEA. I had been a chameleon for so long, I didn't know who I was. I am starting slowly with tangible things. Is being a chameleon holding you back?
Interview with Dr. Tom Warren
September 11, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBDr. Tom Warren is a general surgeon who moved into vascular surgery and then made a big change by transitioning into psychiatry. He is one of the founders of Warren Wellness MD, a MD and PA-run organization providing fun, family-friendly nature/outdoor-based CME retreats for medical professionals wanting to escape the daily grind. We are collaborating for the North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants Wellness Workshop on October 8th and really enjoyed our conversation together discuss...
Walking through my sh!t
September 04, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBThis one is hard for me to push publish on. It is gritty and real and vulnerable. This is me and there are some awesome take aways from me walking through my sh!t.
New York Times Best Selling Author Patricia Crisafulli
August 28, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBHow is it possible that doing MORE could help burnout?! At a point in her life where she was incredibly busy (and burned out), Patricia listened to the place in side of her that had always wanted to write fiction. Listen to her amazing story and wisdom that she shares on this podcast. Her new book The Secrets of Ohnita Harbor is out September 6th! Buy your copy here. Subscribe to her literary e-magazine here.
New York Times Best Selling Author Patricia Chrisafulli
August 28, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBHow is it possible that doing MORE could help burnout?! At a point in her life where she was incredibly busy (and burned out), Patricia listened to the place in side of her that had always wanted to write fiction. Listen to her amazing story and wisdom that she shares on this podcast. Her new book The Secrets of Ohnita Harbor is out September 6th! Buy your copy here. Subscribe to her literary e-magazine here.
A simple thing that really helps
August 21, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.41 MBThis simple change in mindset really helped me. It was so simple, but unless someone teaches you to redefine this, we just stay on the path of the cultural norm.
Bonus Episode - Interview with Warren Wellness PA Rebekah Mills
August 17, 2022 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBI had the pleasure of connecting with Rebekah through the North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants when we reached out to Warren Wellness MD to help run a Wellness Workshop for PAs in North Carolina. She had struggled working in hospital medicine during the COVID pandemic, but out of that experience came Warren Wellness MD. Dr. Thomas Warren and Rebekah teamed up to start offering wellness CME retreats that are family friendly and get participants out into nature. She has an amazing...
Her lowest point led her to her best life - An interview with Tammie Chang, MD
August 14, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBOnce again, I am astounded at how the culture of medicine can drive us to the brink. Tammie gets real on this podcast about her struggles and how she came back to medicine with a different approach and is now helping others do the same. I have so much love for Tammie. Join me in listening to her story. Here is how to connect with Tammie: Websites: Tammie Chang, MD Pink Coat MD Books: Boundaries for Women Physicians How to Thrive as a Woman Physician Instagram: Tammie Chang MD
Back to the Moment
August 07, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBI have practiced this tip for years, but recently I have needed it more than ever. How is it possible for me to have better energy and feel happier, when my circumstances may be considered worst than they were a few weeks ago? This practice has been my saving grace. Take a listen to see what has helped me.
Is it me or my environment?
June 26, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBIn this episode, I go into two insights that I learned this week. One is personal and the other is about six areas of the environment we work in that our organizations can focus on to help us. There is also a little bonus at the end to make you laugh. Make sure you listen to the whole way!
The Rock Story
June 19, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.87 MBYup, it's a story about a rock. It's also a metaphor for how I saw myself and how I see myself much differently now. Stories bring us together and I hope this one really resonates with you. ❤️
Interview with Author Laura Galloway
June 12, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBLaura Galloway had it all in New York City. A fabulous job, husband, and apartment until everything started to unravel into burnout. By a series of pokes from the universe, she found herself in a small reindeer herding village in Northern Norway. She stayed for 6 years as she healed from not only burnout, but the wounds on her soul that led to the burnout in the first place. I love her story and her strength. You can find Laura at: Her website: authorlauragalloway.com On Instagram: ...
Taking control of your finances to help with Burnout
June 05, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this episode, I interview Kat who started PA the FI (financial independence) Way. We have a great conversation surrounding finances and how good choices can help you have WAY more freedom surrounding work and helping with burnout. You can find Kat on many platforms: Website: PAtheFIWay.com Podcast: PAtheFIWay Instagram: PAtheFIWay Facebook: PAtheFIWay Email: [email protected]
Untamed
May 29, 2022 04:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBHave you ever had that feeling? The feeling where you are completely free from all of the weight we carry? Come explore being untamed in this episode and how it can help with burnout.
Three Areas of Support that are Important to your Wellbeing
May 22, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBWhat does having support mean to you? Do you feel like you are well supported? I never did until I really started focusing energy on what was already all around me. Listen until the end about emotional support. It is stunning the affect social support has on your physical body! 🤯
Let's dive deep into resentment
May 15, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.7 MBResentment. Yep. This was how I felt ALL the time when I was burned out. I resented everyone. Husband, kids, co-workers, friends, and even strangers. They all were doing or had what I wanted. Let's dive into this and feel better.
Parenting is HARD
May 08, 2022 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBI will hav you laughing out loud in this episode about losing my temper on my kids. I have come a LONG way from my early years of parenting, but I still have my moments and one of them happened this week. In this episode I recount how I lost my mind a bit with my kids and then how I recovered and mended our relationship.
The Difference between Stress and Overwhelm
May 01, 2022 04:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBIn this episode, I discuss what is a critical learning point from Brené Brown's HBO Max Series Atlas of the Heart and the impact it has in healthcare. This is not only critical for self-preservation, but for safe patient care. Take a listen!
Interview with Rebel Queen Sophia LePage
April 24, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBHow does ignoring your feminine energy contribute to burnout and cause physical symptoms?! Take a listen to Sophia who is a Feminine Embodiment and Leadership Coach who has learned to listen to her feminine energy to guide her in life and business. Empower your energy to help with intuition, decreased physical symptoms, and increased energy. You can find Sophia here.
Healing Trauma
April 17, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIn this episode, I briefly dive onto trauma and how listening and believing someone's story and experience is a first step toward healing. A great book that I am reading about this and a link to resources below: Happy Days by Gabby Bernstein Resources for Trauma: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK207198/
Interview with Rosie Acosta
April 10, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBRosie Acosta is a world-renowned yoga and meditation teacher who has taught olympic athletes, NFL Champions, NBA stars, and veterans of war. We sit down to discuss her new book You are Radically Loved: A Healing Journey to Self-Love and connect over our spiritual journeys. She is a beautiful human who exudes grace, has a smile that warms your heart, and a deep curiosity that comes through in this interview. Connect with Rosie at her website and listen to her podcast. Website: radical...
The Anxiety Sisters
April 03, 2022 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBTHESE ARE MY PEOPLE! Tune in to meet and listen to these two, brave and genuine women who have found a way to live fulfilling and meaningful lives WITH their anxiety. They have taken their experience of feeling like they were the only ones that could possibly be suffering with debilitating symptoms, to share and create a community of over 200,000 supportive anxiety sufferers. Anxiety can be a lonely place, but it doesn't have to be. Here is how to connect with the Anxiety Sisters: Faceb...
Changing Your Narrative
March 27, 2022 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBTHIS WAS A WEEK....In this episode, I discuss how my narrative of this week colors how I see my life and my experience. It's a good one.
Saving myself and inviting imagination
March 20, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBMy plans for this podcast took a turn about an hour before recording that shook my core. I am now very clear on why I do this (and the answer may surprise you). I also discuss exercises that help you flex your imagination. Here are links to the books that I discuss in the podcast: Finding Your Own North Star by Martha Beck Big Magic - Creating Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert
Toxic Work Culture
March 13, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBIn this episode, I discuss the top five contributors to a toxic work culture which comes from an MIT Sloan Management Review article on the great resignation. This was brought to my attention through a recent Brene Brown Parcast on Spotify. Both are linked below: Dare to Lead with Brene Brown - How Toxic Work Cultures are Driving the Great Resignation MIT Sloan Management Article - Toxic Culture is Driven the Great Resignation
Debbie Zito Podcast Interview
March 06, 2022 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBDebbie is an amazing human who has served her small community as a pediatric PA for over 30 years. She found such joy in her work, being a mother and wife, until the day came when she felt like she had lost this passion. Take a listen to her story and what has brought her back to feeling better than she did 30 years ago! Connect with Debbie on Facebook here. Find out more about the NRF2 activator here.
Intuition and Synchronicity
February 27, 2022 05:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBFor years I focused on things I could see and feel and explain with science and the tangibles and ignored my intuition and the synchronicities that were surrounding me. In this episode I walk through a very personal story and how it helped me hone into my intuition and recognize the synchronicities in my life. Opening yourself up to these can help guide you on the path to becoming the most beautiful version of yourself.
Looking from the outside in at Burnout
February 20, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBI interview Steve Washuta on the podcast today. He is married to a physician and was able to look at burnout from an outside perspective. He has some great insights and tips. Website: www.FitnessBusiness101.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevewashuta/
Is this a new way to help with anxiety?
February 13, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBWow. Today I share some groundbreaking research that may help with fear and anxiety, but still needs to be vetted by larger studies. I wanted to share because I have been using this for about 18 months and it has really helped me. Here are links to the books and method I discuss on the show: Wim Hof Website for Book YouTube Video of Wim Hof Method Breath the book
Burnout Interview with Heather Lucci
February 06, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBHeather had me on the edge of my seat during her burnout story. I wasn't sure which way it was going to go. She is one amazing human who shares how it wasn't just work or home that lead to her burnout, it was literally the perfect storm of factors coming together to make her feel like she was not human anymore.
Can failure be a good thing?
January 30, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBI really think the only reason I got my first job in CT surgery was because I made a very bold statement when the surgeon asked me, "Why should we hire you?" I said, "Because I don't fail." I am starting to realize that maybe I am too gritty and should allow some failure into my life...on purpose. Listen to this episode to see what I mean.
Burnout Story - Mark Johnson
January 23, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBI resonated so much with Mark's story of burnout. He discusses how he changed from a generally happy human to one that was angry at times. He offers tips that helped him see where this anger was coming from (which I LOVE) and things he did to get back to whistling while walking into work. If you want to connect with Mark, here are some places to find him: Website: pa4lifecoaching.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MJohnsonPA4LIFE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pa.4.life/ Twitt...
The F Word (It's not the one you might think)
January 16, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBThis is not the F word that you may be thinking, but just as charged. What I have found is that if you want a more joyful, whole life, this has to be a piece of it. Take a listen and see what it is all about!
The F word
January 16, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBThis is not the F word that you may be thinking, but just as charged. What I have found is that if you want a more joyful, whole life, this has to be a piece of it. Take a listen and see what it is all about!
Burnout Story: Tracy Bingaman
January 09, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBThis is an interview you do not want to miss! Tracy is an extraordinary human who reflects on her burnout and where it has led her today. We cray and laugh together through her story. Her story is so relatable. She is stronger now and has an amazing podcast that talks about burnout and so many other facets of being a working mom. I love it and she also has great instagram posts. Here is how you can find more of Tracy: website - www.tracybingaman.com instagram - https://www.instagram....
Feeling Good and Sleep
January 02, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode, I welcome you back to season 2 with focus for the new year and some interesting research on how sleep impacts weight loss. You don't wan to miss this one!
BONUS - The one to keep coming back to
December 19, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 5.85 MBI think EVERYONE needs this message (even if it feels uncomfortable at first). Come back to this one again and again as many times as you need to hear it. Lots of love.
RAS and Recap
November 21, 2021 05:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBEver heard of the RAS? It is so awesome, that I had to include in this season's last podcast. I could not hold onto this information until next season, because it is that awesome. Find out more about this system at the base of your brain that can help you bring more of what you want into your life!
Hacking the Autonomic Nervous System
November 14, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBTips on how to help yourself signal your brain to relax your body and how to track how you are doing. Oura Ring information click here. Wim Hoff Book click here. Breath book click here.
Are you really okay?
November 07, 2021 04:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBHow many times a day do we tell ourselves that we are okay ? Is this the truth? I explore how I learned a big lesson about burnout this week and what it meant to admit this to myself and others. This is an episode you do not want to miss!
Can burnout come back?!
October 31, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this episode, I ask some hard questions about recurrent burnout and thoughts around it. I also throw in two more awesome small tips that you can integrate right now to help improve your life.
Reclaiming your time
October 24, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBWe all want more time in our day, but how do we actually accomplish this? In this episode I give you three great tips to reclaim some of this precious commodity. Take a listen and see where you may be able to change one simple thing that helps you take charge of your day.
Armor
October 17, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode I discuss what armor is, why we put it on, and more importantly why we need to take it off to have a beautiful life. Most importantly, I give you a tip about how to do it.
Start to reconnect with your body and three good things
October 10, 2021 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode, I will discuss reconnecting with what your body is telling you as a first step in helping you align with your true self. I will also discuss how I realized that I am actually an anxious person and what I am using to help (hint - look at the website below). Then I give a quick tip that can help give you increased happiness and decreased depression for six months! Wellness Tree Farms - https://wellnesstreefarms.com Three Good Things - bit.ly/start3gt
The Importance of Play
October 03, 2021 04:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBRemember playing as a kid out at recess? Well, purposeless play is SUPER important as an adult also. Take a listen on what it does for your brain and how to integrate it into your busy day.
Songs for your soul
September 26, 2021 04:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBDo you love music? Here are some songs that spoke to my soul when I didn't have the words or energy to walk through it for myself. I hope these songs meet you where you are and help you conquer and release your emotions. You can click to see the YouTube Video: Human by Christina Perri Better Man by Little Big Town Someone I Used to Know by Zac Brown Band
Is this true?
September 19, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBFeeling stuck? Here is a powerful episode on how our brains keep us trapped in old ways of thinking and why. Let this knowledge be your power to break out of being stuck!
Choose you
September 12, 2021 04:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBTired? Overwhelmed? Feeling like your life is running you instead of you running your life? Tired of your job as a PA? Here are two more steps to move you closer to the life you want. Here is the link mentioned in the podcast: https://daretolead.brenebrown.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Values.pdf