Reconnecting with Yourself Through Nature

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Revive & Thrive - Managing Stress and Burnout

Rich Bagnall

27 episodes

4 weeks ago

Welcome to Revive & Thrive, a podcast to support Health and Social Care staff, as well as anyone with an interest in preventing stress and burnout. Looking to reduce stress and take back control? Join us on our podcast journey where we will cover a number of important topics, all with the intention of helping you step back from the feeling of stress and burnout, reclaim the enjoyment in your life, find purpose, and take back control. With hosts Rich Bagnall & Nicki Haywood.

Rich and Nicki work in the Staffordshire health and social care sector specialising in staff wellbeing and supporting our health and social care colleagues.

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Rich and Nicki work in the Staffordshire health and social care sector specialising in staff wellbeing and supporting our health and social care colleagues.

INSTAGRAM: Revive & Thrive (@reviveandthrive_pod) • Instagram photos and videos

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Reconnecting with Yourself Through Nature - with Zoe Roots

Revive & Thrive - Managing Stress and Burnout

52 minutes 6 seconds

7 months ago

Reconnecting with Yourself Through Nature - with Zoe Roots

Summary

In this episode, Rich interviews Zoe, an occupational therapist specialising in helping women reconnect and find balance again, using a nature based approach. Zoe shares her journey from working in the NHS to starting her own practice, focusing on using nature to help women cope with stress, anxiety, and burnout. The discussion highlights the therapeutic benefits of nature and the importance of aligning work with personal values to foster resilience and wellbeing. Zoe also reflects on her personal experiences with burnout and the significance of prioritising one's own well-being, plus much more!

Takeaways

Nature plays a crucial role in mental health recovery.
Women often prioritise others' needs over their own well-being.
Self-care is essential for mental health professionals.
Zoe encourages clients to reconnect with nature for healing.
Burnout can lead to significant life changes and new paths.
The importance of giving oneself permission to take time for self-care.
Nature serves as a powerful metaphor for resilience.
Morning routines can significantly impact mental health.
It's essential to control what you can in life.
Lowering cortisol levels can improve overall well-being.
Healthcare professionals face unique stressors, especially during crises.
Workplace culture can greatly affect employee morale and mental health.
Burnout often stems from a misalignment of personal values and work demands.
Supportive communication is vital in high-pressure environments.
Finding balance in life is key to managing stress.
Work stress can seep into personal life.
Don't suffer in silence; seek support.
Recalibrating is essential for well-being.
It's important to block out time for yourself.
Living by your values leads to greater fulfilment.

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