Listen "45. Permission to Pause: Finding Balance When Life Gets Full"
Episode Synopsis
Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 馃挄In this short and powerful episode of The Nurses' Break Room, host Jenny Lytle, RN, explores what to do when life feels like too much. Whether you're a caregiver, nurse, or simply juggling personal and professional demands, this episode reminds you that pausing isn鈥檛 quitting鈥攊t鈥檚 creating space for what matters most.You鈥檒l hear real-life stories about navigating medical appointments, supporting loved ones, and honoring your own capacity without guilt. Jenny also shares a simple reflection tool to help you identify your stressors, energy drains, and energizers so you can make meaningful change without overwhelm.Takeaways & Action Steps:Why self-awareness is key to managing stress during busy seasonsThe difference between quitting and pausing with purposeA simple worksheet strategy to track your stressors and energy levelsA journaling prompt: "What鈥檚 one thing you can pause or tweak this week?"An invitation to schedule a free call to talk it throughIf you're feeling overwhelmed, this quick mindset shift is the reset you didn鈥檛 know you needed. 馃挍If you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or like there鈥檚 never enough time, I鈥檝e got something just for you! Head to https://selfcareisntselfish.com to grab your FREE copy of my book, Self-Care Isn鈥檛 Selfish: The Compassionate Nurse鈥檚 Step-by-Step Guide to Personalized Stress Relief. It鈥檚 packed with simple, effective strategies to help you prioritize your needs鈥攚ithout guilt鈥攕o you can feel energized, focused, and ready to take on the day. Go to https://selfcareisntselfish.com Feeling stressed? Grab my quick and easy Busy Nurses' Guide to Less Stress for practical stress relief that truly fits into your life! https://www.jennylytle.com/guide Looking for connection with people who get the stress and self-care struggles of nurses and caregivers? Check out https://thenursesbreakroom.com Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylytlern/More ways to connect here: https://linktr.ee/jennylytle
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