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The Hidden Cost of a Disconnected Mind and Body
A simple guide to a more fulfilling life I was not able to carry our child. I tried, but I failed many, many times. I’d wanted to be pregnant so badly, but my body just couldn’t do it. Luckily for us, my wife carried and delivered our son. She calls herself the ‘backup uterus’. It’s a joke we have now as we tell our seven-year-old his birth story. For a long time, I secretly resented my body for not being able to do the work it was made to do. I told myself I was over it, but
Apr 30, 20246 min read
How To Be Happy
It doesn’t require a 5 AM cold plunge, ayahuasca retreat, or doing pep talks in front of the mirror. We’ve believed the hype about finding happiness through external means, and because many of us are so desperate to find it, we’ll try anything. But the hype is wrong. Happiness is not found externally. It’s innate and deeply part of who we are as humans. We are born with it baked in. At some point in our conditioning, we just forget how to access it. Where is it? As children,
Aug 19, 2024
Our Stress Is Making Us Sick
Busy culture has deceived us, and our bodies are shutting down in protest. Busy culture has us believing that our chronic stress, anxiety, inflammation, headaches, trouble concentrating, and feelings of isolation are normal and we should push through. They aren’t, and we shouldn’t. Over half of the American population struggles with burnout , so we are heading into risky territory. A few know how to retreat, while many still need to awaken to the danger. We have an entire wor
Aug 19, 2024
No One Talks About What Summer Is Like for Working Parents
Half insanity and half joy. When do they go back again? "Mom, look! Mom, Mom!” my second grader yelled as he threw open the door to my office right smack in the middle of a virtual meeting I was leading from home. Mid-thought, I awkwardly laughed, excused myself, and put my call on mute. I ripped my eyes from the screen and gave him a stern look. He knew what that look meant and hushed, but his little body still jumped and squirmed excitedly, wanting me to know he had just r
Aug 19, 2024
The Hidden Cost of a Disconnected Mind and Body
A simple guide to a more fulfilling life I was not able to carry our child. I tried, but I failed many, many times. I’d wanted to be pregnant so badly, but my body just couldn’t do it. Luckily for us, my wife carried and delivered our son. She calls herself the ‘backup uterus’. It’s a joke we have now as we tell our seven-year-old his birth story. For a long time, I secretly resented my body for not being able to do the work it was made to do. I told myself I was over it, but
Apr 30, 2024
What’s Behind Your Burnout (And How to Kick It For Good)
Stop drowning and start living again If you’re burnt out, you’ve probably felt, “I’m just so tired of all this. I want out, but I don’t know how.” If you have, you’re not alone. In the US alone, 59% of workers feel the same way. Studies everywhere, from before COVID-19 to today, try to measure how burnt out our country is. The percentage varies with each due to differing demographics, industries, and methods. But it’s clear the US workforce has more burnt-out workers than en
Apr 14, 2024
The Cult of Being Busy
How we are reinforcing the very burnout we’re striving to escape.
Apr 9, 2024
What Kind of Burnout Do You Have?
#1, #2, #3, or all of them? I recently heard the term “Mom in tech,” which resonated with me. My wife and I are women in tech and moms to our 6-year-old son. Despite no snow in our region on Monday, we had a Snow Day, which meant our son was home with us while we worked. We both posted the message to our teams, “My son is home from school today, so I’m WFH but may be slow to respond at times.” We got very different responses from our employers. Luckily, mine is fine with it,
Mar 16, 2024
Reversing American Burnout Means Challenging the Way Our Society Thinks About Downtime
Capitalism has warped our beliefs about success, leisure, and the importance of money, but we’re starting to question it all.
Jan 19, 2024
E23: The Superpower of Highly Sensitive Leaders With Rachel Radway
In this episode, Bethany Jasmin talks with leadership coach Rachel Radway about the gifts and challenges of being highly sensitive, especially in leadership. They explore authenticity, self-care, joy, and how neurodivergence impacts burnout and performance. Rachel shares insights from her book Perceptive and offers practical guidance for leading well without sacrificing your well-being.
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E22: Boundaries, Authenticity, and the Courage to Be Yourself With Dr. Nicole Bradford
In this conversation, Dr. Nicole Bradford, an educator and author, shares her powerful insights on personal development, the importance of setting boundaries, and the journey to authenticity. She discusses her book, 'Your Soul Is Not For Sale,' emphasizing the need for inner peace and resilience.
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E21: Leaving Corporate and Finding Purpose With Catherina Mirasol
In this episode of Balance Soul, host Bethany Sadler-Jasmin welcomes Catherina Mirasol, who shares her journey of overcoming burnout and transitioning from a corporate job to entrepreneurship. They discuss the challenges of burnout, the importance of rest and reflection, and the healing power of travel.
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E20: Unlocking the Secrets of Genetics and Health With Jaclyn Downs
I sit down with Jaclyn Downs, a Functional Genomics Analyst passionate about fertility and reproductive wellness, and the author of Enhancing Fertility through Functional Medicine. She explains how our genetic makeup influences our response to stress, anxiety, and overall health, and the importance of understanding genetic variants, the role of nutrition in gene expression, and the impact
If you’ve been feeling burned out, stuck in constant productivity, or craving more ease
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E19: Chloe Markham Helps You Live More Joyfully
This week I sit down with wellbeing coach Chloe Markham to talk about the power of joy, mindful living, and nervous system care in our fast-paced world. 🌿 We dive into how social media impacts mental health, why boundaries matter, and simple ways to bring more presence into parenting, relationships, and everyday life.
If you’ve been feeling burned out, stuck in constant productivity, or craving more ease—this one’s for you.
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E18: Hypnotherapy & Healing with Amira
In this conversation, Amira, a hypnotherapist, shares her transformative journey into the wellness space, detailing her personal experiences and the profound impact of hypnotherapy on emotional healing, anxiety, and sleep issues. The discussion explores the parallels between hypnotherapy and somatic practices, emphasizing the importance of trusting the body's natural processes and the power of choice in healing.
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E17: The Psychology of Burnout
In this conversation, host Bethany Sadler-Jasmin and special guest Jessica Tighe delve into the complexities of burnout, its psychological implications, and the importance of self-care. They discuss various types of burnout, the need for a shift in how we relate to work, and the significance of personalized rest. The dialogue also touches on cultural perceptions of work, the role of organizations in supporting employee wellness, and the necessity of creating safe spaces for o
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E16: Reclaiming Your Power Through Holistic Practice
In this conversation, I get to talk with Shannon Santarelli-Freeman and explore the themes of burnout, holistic healing, and spirituality.
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E15: From Burnout to Breakthrough
In this episode of the Balanced Soul Podcast, myself and Gabby Wnek delve deeply into burnout and anxiety.
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E13: How to Navigate Grief with Grace
In this conversation, Leanne Price shares her profound journey through grief, self-discovery, and empowerment.
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E14: Transforming Stress into Strength with Kathryn Regganie
If you've ever felt your stress was a dragon, Kathryn Regganie can relate. In fact, that's how she addresses the feisty inner nature of our
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E12: How the Right Mindset Can Carry You During Difficult Times
How the Right Mindset Can Carry You Through Difficult Times
Join us as Nicole Phommanorat shares her heartfelt story of resilience and grow
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