Beyond Chronic Burnout

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

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

    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
  2. ✨ Grief, burnout, and the holidays...

    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
  3. 187- Neurodivergent Grief and Burnout During the Holidays with Carole Jean Whittington

    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
  4. 186- Grief, Burnout, and Rediscovering Connection with Kate Rylander

    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
  5. 185- Rediscovering Joy and Creativity After Grief and Burnout with Peta O’Brien Day

    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
  6. 184- Rebuilding Life After Child Loss: Grief, Movement, and Support with Samantha Pickering

    12/04/2024

    184- Rebuilding Life After Child Loss: Grief, Movement, and Support with Samantha Pickering

    The holidays can bring joy, but for those navigating grief, they often amplify the pain of loss.  In this heartfelt conversation, Life Coach and Grief Educator Samantha Pickering shares her journey after the devastating loss of her son, Thomas. Samantha opens up about the challenges of grief during the holidays, societal expectations around grieving, and the tools she uses to support herself and others. Discover how sensory connections, movement, and sound can create healing spaces for those grieving. Samantha also introduces her Grief Support Boxes, thoughtfully crafted to bring connection and comfort to those in pain.  Whether you’re navigating grief yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers practical tools, compassionate insights, and gentle reminders that you are not alone. Key Topics: Grief as a lifelong journey. Navigating the holidays with grief. Samantha’s personal story of child loss. The healing power of movement, breath, and sound. How Grief Support Boxes offer connection and understanding. 🔗 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 Samantha Pickering:  https://www.vilomahsolace.com/  Tune in to find support and connection this holiday season. (box ordering link - active now, for those who want to order before the website is live)https://www.canva.com/design/DAGUjzesOeA/f5rXHorPCeQZHMgiT6y6og/view?utm_content=DAGUjzesOeA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

    1h 14m
  7. 183 - Neuro-Inclusivity and Interdependence in the Workplace with A.J. Locashio and Jessica Jahns of Umbrella Alliance US

    11/29/2024

    183 - Neuro-Inclusivity and Interdependence in the Workplace with A.J. Locashio and Jessica Jahns of Umbrella Alliance US

    Struggling to balance burnout and fulfillment in the workplace? This episode explores how autistic individuals can find deeper purpose, foster meaningful connections, and create neuro-inclusive work environments.  Join A.J. Locashio and Jessica Jahns from Umbrella Alliance US as they share their personal journeys through burnout, the power of interdependence, and how building trust and support can transform professional spaces into communities of connection and resilience. 🔗 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/  🔗 Connect with A.J. Locashio & Jessica Jahns:  AJ : https://dot.cards/ajlocashio Jessica: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicajahns/

    1h 3m
  8. 182 -Neurodivergent Entrepreneurship and Accessibility with Coco Stroppelli

    11/27/2024

    182 -Neurodivergent Entrepreneurship and Accessibility with Coco Stroppelli

    Is “balance” an elusive goal? Join us as visual artist and writer Coco Stroppelli reveals her journey from self-discovery to thriving as a neurodivergent entrepreneur.  In this episode, Coco challenges traditional work norms and shares insights into crafting a life of harmony rather than balance. Discover how to create accessible workspaces, an accessible life, embrace creative resilience, and redefine success in a world built for neurotypical minds. 🔗 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/  Connect with Coco Stroppelli:  Website and shophttps://cocomoino.comCoco on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/coco.moino/  Personal website, biography, speakinghttps://corinnestoppelli.com/

    1h 1m
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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, Burnout Researcher at Whittington Well-Being
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    190
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Carole Jean Whittington, Burnout Researcher at Whittington Well-Being
  • Show Website
    Beyond Chronic Burnout

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