Beyond Chronic Burnout for Autistic Women

Carole Jean Whittington, Autistic Burnout Researcher at Whittington Well-Being
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Beyond Chronic Burnout for Autistic Women

How to Get Out of Chronic Exhaustion & Burnout for Autistic Women! Tired of the same old self-care advice with ZERO ways to make it work for you? Join us as we say goodbye to wanting to burn it all down—let's do this together, in a space just for us, where your co-occurring health conditions are part of the conversation too. Coffee and weighted blanket are optional.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Episode 189 - Finding Your Authentic Voice & Embracing Self-Acceptance with Kara Bunde-Dunn

    Have you ever felt like you’re holding back your true voice? Struggled with self-acceptance or body image? In this episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, host Carole Jean Whittington sits down with leadership expert and spiritual medium Kara Bunde-Dunn to explore the profound impact of stepping into your authentic voice. Kara shares insights on how self-acceptance transforms body image and overall well-being, the power of releasing past burdens to embrace personal growth, and the connection between energy centers and heart-centered communication. In this episode, we discuss: ✨ The importance of finding your authentic voice ✨ How self-acceptance impacts body image and confidence ✨ Letting go of past burdens to create space for personal growth ✨ Navigating societal pressures and self-perception challenges ✨ The role of energy, intuition, and heart-centered communication If you’re ready to break free from self-doubt, embrace your full self, and speak your truth with confidence, this episode is for you! #BeyondChronicBurnout #AuthenticVoice #SelfAcceptance #EnergyHealing 🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington:  Take the Spicy Pepper Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website:https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/  Alignment Sundays- Start Your Week Aligned and with Calm Clarity 🔗 https://energize.whittingtonwellbeing.com/products/courses/view/1180659/?action=signup  🔗 Connect with Kara Bunde-Dunn:  Karmicleader.com/resources  🔗Grateful Leadership Workshop: The workshop will be $295 per person, and our Spicy Pepper community can use discount code CGL50 for a 50% discount, by being an early bird you claim your seat PLUS exclusive resources for just $149.50. Ready to embark on this transformative journey? Click the link below to register now and ensure your place at the forefront of Grateful Leadership™. https://www.learning-center.iil.com/courses/grateful-leadership-using-the-power-of-acknowledgment-to-engage-all-your-people-and-achieve-superior-results-li8694-iil-en-0-v12-3h-puh?courseId=69bb4bbc-d44f-4488-a420-67ccfcfc5c32  Disclosure: Carole Jean Whittington is a Strategic Learning Partner with the International Institute for Learning (IIL). As part of this partnership, she may receive compensation for purchases made through her unique link. This collaboration allows her to continue providing valuable insights and resources to the Beyond Chronic Burnout community

    1 hr

  2. FEB 19

    188 - Navigating the Challenges in Leadership Burnout & Mental Health with Jerry Marcus

    In this episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, I sit down with Jerry Marcus, an inspiring disability and mental health leader who shares his invaluable insights on navigating leadership, burnout, and self-care. Jerry highlights the importance of setting a culture that values mental health within organizations and emphasizes the need for leaders to create supportive environments where well-being is prioritized. Throughout the conversation, Jerry delves into the emotional and physical toll of burnout, offering practical tools and techniques to restore balance. From simple breathing exercises to ensuring you have the right support system in place, we explore how to recognize burnout and address it before it becomes overwhelming. Key topics covered: Building a culture that values mental health in organizations. The power of self-awareness and self-care. The impact of professional and personal balance on mental health. Creating effective support systems and resources. Jerry’s personal journey through burnout and the lessons learned. This episode is a must-listen for leaders, professionals, and anyone looking for real-world advice on how to take charge of their mental well-being while navigating the challenges of leadership and burnout. 🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington:  Take the Spicy Pepper Quiz and explore Carole Jean's book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website:https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/

    58 min

  3. JAN 26 · BONUS

    Creative Rest Practice with The UnVeiler Community

    Appreciative Rest is Taking in and Appreciating the beauty around you. (Phase III of The UnVeiling Method - 7 Forms of Rest Other Than Sleep) Creative rest practice is the active form of appreciative rest where you are creating by painting, writing, sewing, singing, playing an instrument etc. Signs of Appreciative Rest Depletion: ●     focus on the needs of others and don’t consider your needs a       priority. ●     talk yourself out of self-care as if you don’t deserve being cared for. ●     feel you are being selfish whenever you consider doing something       for yourself. ●     often feel your work is not of value or that others do not appreciate       your contributions. ●     find it difficult to enjoy things in nature or in your environment. How are you being creative in your life? What's your favorite way to express your creativity? How do you feel when you are being creative? What do you notice when you haven't spent time creating like you'd like to? Myrko Thum quote: “The present moment is the only thing where there is no time. It is the point between past and future. It is always there and it is the only point we can access in time. Everything that happens, happens in the present moment. Everything that ever happened and will ever happen can only happen in the present moment. It is impossible for anything to exist outside of it.” Active forms of creative rest allow us to be in the present moment and to allow space for our mind, body and higher self to align. Spend 10 - 15 minutes on your chosen creative rest.  Set a timer on your phone if that helps. At the end of your creative rest, use the reflection questions in the notes below to guide you further. Reflection Questions for after the creative rest time: What did you notice about how that 10 - 15 minutes felt, was it fast or slow? How much did you create vs how much you expected yourself to create in this time?  Was it more or less? What did you notice about your thoughts before you began and now? How do you feel now? Loving side quest for this week: Take a moment to schedule in 10 min to spend in creative rest this week. Join the Spicy Pepper List to be the first notified when we offer Open House in our UnVeiler Community to experience sessions just like this one.   Sign up for the Spicy Pepper List HERE:https://energyuplevel.kit.com/9bd5c71047

    10 min

  4. 12/19/2024 · BONUS

    Create a Cozy Space in Your Mind- Pause for a quick Rapid Recharge Lab Session with me

    Create a Cozy Space in Your Mind- Pause for a quick Rapid Recharge Lab Session with me. Your internal space deserves comfort too. Negative self-talk can create heavy feelings, but with a simple reframe, you can build a lighter, more harmonious mental space.  Here’s how: 💭 Step 1: Notice the thought. 💭 Step 2: Pause and ask yourself, “How can I reframe this with kindness?” 💭 Step 3: Try one of these examples: Negative Thought: “I’m not doing enough.” Reframe: “I’m doing my best, and my best is enough for today.” Negative Thought: “I keep failing at everything.” Reframe: “I’m learning through these experiences, and every step is part of my growth.” Negative Thought: “I don’t deserve to rest.” Reframe: “Rest is not earned—it’s essential. Taking care of myself helps me show up fully.” Take a deep breath, and feel the shift as your inner space becomes cozy, calm, and supportive. Need more comfort?  Download our guide to creating a cozy space at home AND join us for our Monthly UnVeiler Kaleidoscope Support Community this Sunday, Dec. 22, at 2 PM CST. Together, we’ll explore more tools to nurture your well-being this winter season.  📥 Download the guide:  https://energize.whittingtonwellbeing.com/products/courses/view/1177695  #MindfulReframe #WinterWellBeing #CozyMindSpace

    6 min

  5. 12/19/2024 · BONUS

    ✨ Grief, burnout, and the holidays...

    ✨ Grief, burnout, and the holidays... it's a powerful mix that so many of us face in different ways. In this special 4-episode series on Beyond Chronic Burnout, we’re diving deep into these topics with incredible guests: 💬 Samantha Pickering on the layers of grief, child loss and navigating complex emotions 🎨 Peta O’Brien Day on rediscovering creativity and joy after the loss of a spouse & burnout 💛 Kate Rylander on honoring grief as love and creating space for healing. 💡 Carole Jean Whittington on how neurodivergent grief intersects with burnout. From understanding grief as love to finding practical ways to care for yourself during tough times, this series is packed with insights, real stories, and supportive strategies to help you navigate this season. 🎧 Catch all 4 episodes now on your favorite podcast platform or watch on YouTube! 💬 Which episode resonated with you the most? Let us know in the comments below! #BeyondChronicBurnout #GriefAndBurnout #NeurodivergentGrief #HolidayHealing #PodcastSeries

    2 min

  6. 12/13/2024

    187- Neurodivergent Grief and Burnout During the Holidays with Carole Jean Whittington

    Grief is complex, and for neurodivergent and disabled individuals, it often shows up in unique ways. In this bonus episode, Carole Jean Whittington—host of Beyond Chronic Burnout—shares her expertise on the intersection of grief and burnout, especially for neurodivergent folks. From the loss of a loved one to the grief of letting go of a career, an identity, or even family relationships, Carole Jean explores how grief and burnout often overlap. She offers practical strategies to care for yourself during the holiday season, reminding us that grief is a valid and natural response to love and change. Key Topics: How neurodivergent grief differs from neurotypical experiences. Types of grief: pet loss, career shifts, family separation, and more. The connection between grief and burnout. Self-care practices for grief, burnout, and the holidays. Creating supportive spaces and connections during the holidays. Tune in for practical advice and heartfelt insights to help you navigate grief this season. 🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington:  Take the Spicy Pepper Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/  Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and discover if you are in burnout or not, and if so, what’s your burnout level from a Poblano Pepper Level 1, where there’s just a bit of heat up to the Ghost Pepper Level 5 when “you’re so hot, you’re not.” Take the Quiz: https://energize.whittingtonwellbeing.com/products/courses/view/1155744  🔗 Links from the show: https://www.thetappingsolution.com/2021tws/reg/fbad/new-access-g.php?utm_source=google-paid&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=21933004755-171665371395&utm_content=722632802830&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsOq6BhDuARIsAGQ4-zj8yQ7uw586OIeNGcp86LRZVhEKmy8cvIdk2yXgyYnjHSyV-1rH2D8aAiJSEALw_wcB

    1h 2m

  7. 12/04/2024

    186- Grief, Burnout, and Rediscovering Connection with Kate Rylander

    Grief and burnout often go hand in hand, and they can feel overwhelming during the holiday season. In this compassionate conversation, mental health counselor and grief specialist Kate Rylander explores the ways grief and burnout intersect, especially for neurodivergent and disabled individuals. Kate’s work through HonoringX, an organization supporting parents grieving child loss, emphasizes the healing power of connection, community, and creativity. She shares her own journey of grief and how practices like journaling, meditation, and setting boundaries have transformed the way she supports herself and others. Key Topics: The connection between grief and burnout. Grief as an expression of love. Navigating holiday pressures with authenticity. Practical tools: journaling, meditation, and boundaries. Finding connection and healing through community. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation filled with practical tools, gentle reminders, and a sense of hope this holiday season. 🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington:  Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/  🔗 Connect with Kate Rylander:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/kate-rylander-lawrence-ks/278733

    48 min

  8. 12/04/2024

    185- Rediscovering Joy and Creativity After Grief and Burnout with Peta O’Brien Day

    Grief changes us in profound ways—and for neurodivergent and disabled folks, it can be even more overwhelming. In this episode, brand messaging strategist and podcast host Peta O’Brien Day shares her story of navigating grief after the loss of her husband and the burnout that followed. Peta’s journey took her from youth work to a creative career in copywriting, but it wasn’t easy. She talks about rediscovering joy, finding authenticity in her work, and the practical tools she uses to manage stress. Her story is a testament to the power of creativity and connection, especially in the face of loss. Key Topics: How grief and burnout are connected. Peta’s career pivot after loss. The importance of authenticity in work and life. Rediscovering joy through creativity. Tools for stress management during the holidays. Whether you’re navigating your own grief or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers hope, healing, and practical advice. 🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington:  Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/  🔗 Connect with Peta O’Brien Day:  Website: https://wordsbypeta.com The Soap Box Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dyv7Tbb4mzBe3y6cCZSLi?si=2fcb724edf0b4955

    1h 3m
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How to Get Out of Chronic Exhaustion & Burnout for Autistic Women! Tired of the same old self-care advice with ZERO ways to make it work for you? Join us as we say goodbye to wanting to burn it all down—let's do this together, in a space just for us, where your co-occurring health conditions are part of the conversation too. Coffee and weighted blanket are optional.

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  • Creator
    Carole Jean Whittington, Autistic Burnout Researcher at Whittington Well-Being
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    193
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Carole Jean Whittington, Autistic Burnout Researcher at Whittington Well-Being
  • Show Website
    Beyond Chronic Burnout for Autistic Women

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