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Challenges That Change Us

88 {Sophie Scott} Burnout and the Neuroscience behind it

19 Nov 2023

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To try out our resilience course: https://www.challengesthatchangeus.com/surviving-2-thriving-course1People throw out the term ‘burn out’ a lot these days but what does it actually mean and just how bad can it be?For some it’s a cognitive feeling and for others it can also manifest in physical symptoms.To help us talk about burnout today is Sophie Scott, a renowned international keynote speaker and award-winning journalist.Formerly the National Medical Reporter for the ABC, she now impacts tens of thousands globally through evidence-based science and personal experience.After suffering a big burn out experience Sophie now focuses on addressing burnout prevention, mental well-being in times of change, the science of high-performance habits, and leveraging neuroscience to establish and break habits.In this episode Sophie Scott shares:Her personal experience of burnout and its impact on their work and well-beingLearning about burnout and recognizing its signsCommitting to daily meditation and setting boundaries to avoid overworkingThe importance of diet, exercise, and relationships for emotional well-being. cognitive rest and creative rest and their importance in rejuvenationActivities that allow the mind to relax and stop overthinkingThe power of expanding perspectives and being open to different ways of resting and rejuvenatingThe importance of regulating the nervous system and its impact on recovery from burnoutWhy consistent, small actions like meditation and connecting with loved ones is necessaryStrategies for managing and overcoming uncomfortable feelingsThe impact of loneliness and disconnection on health Key Quotes"And we know from research that a lot of younger people are already reporting that they're feeling burnt out even in their twenties." "You can't just talk your way out of it. As much as people like, you know, we might like to think that that is the solution. You can't talk your way out of it." "With the kids I always want to check in with them, but also have them check in with themselves as well.” More about Sophie ScottCheck out Sophie's website here: https://www.sophiescott.com.auOr follow her on Social MediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiescott2/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-scott-oam-34863a/ You can get involved with the podcast onlineOn facebook in our community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/challengesthatchangeusOr on Instagram: @challengesthatchangeusIf you want to contact the podcast, email us here: [email protected] check out our website: www.Challengesthatchangeus.com If you want to find out more about what Ali does, check out her business via the website:http://www.trialtitudeperformance.com.au For her other business you can find it through the websites:www.altitudefitnessarmidale.com.au@trialtitudeperformance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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