The PrioritizeYOU with Sheena Johnson

Sheena Johnson

Welcome to The Prioritize You podcast. This is a self-attention space for all nurses and healthcare workers who want to start putting themselves first. Having overcome nurse burnout myself, I am on a mission to empower more nurses to prioritize themselves, set firm boundaries, and break free from burnout, so they can thrive both personally and professionally.  I am an advanced nurse practitioner, wellness champion, certified life coach, and writer. Here to talk all things reducing nurse guilt, saying no to what doesn't align with your dreams, and reclaiming your power so you feel fabulous in and out of work as your best self.  Thank you for listening, and if you enjoy the show, please hit the follow button! It helps me spread the message to more people who may need it. Follow Sheena on Instagram @coachsheena.johnson Instagram 

  1. 06/19/2025

    Start Your Day With This Morning Ritual EP #12

    What if you could unlock the secrets to achieving balance and fulfillment in both your personal and professional life?  This episode is your guide to making it happen.   In this episode, I share my personal Morning Ritual that truly sets me up for a productive day. You’ll discover practical strategies for nurturing your mind, body, and soul while creating clarity and time freedom in your life.    Whether you’re a healthcare professional striving for balance or someone ready to step into their truest self, this episode is packed with empowering insights to inspire your next big leap.   Take the first small step towards creating the life you deserve.  Tune in now and prepare to be uplifted! Here are some useful links for you: Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint -Follow me on Instagram -Follow me on LinkedIn (25) Sheena Johnson | LinkedIn If you loved this episode, Click the SUBSCRIBE and stay up to date for your weekly prescriptions to PrioritiseYOU podcast

    14 min

  2. 06/12/2025

    One Thing to Set You UP for a Productive Day. EP# 11

    If you’ve been sacrificing sleep to get more done, this episode is for you. Here are some useful links for you: Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint -Follow me on Instagram -Follow me on LinkedIn (25) Sheena Johnson | LinkedIn If you loved this episode, Click the SUBSCRIBE and stay up to date for your weekly prescriptions to PrioritiseYOU podcast

    13 min

  3. 06/05/2025

    How to Beat Burnout and Find True Balance as Nurse EP |10

    Could you be burned out? Burnout isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a silent epidemic affecting nurses everywhere. In this episode, I’m getting real about how I recognised I was completely burnt out while working in an acute hospital, the warning signs I ignored, and how I found my way back to feeling like me again. I’ll walk you through the emotional, physical, and spiritual symptoms I experienced and share the top 5 tools that helped me reclaim my well-being from the inside out. If you’re a nurse constantly giving, pushing through exhaustion, and wondering when it’s your turn to feel good again, this one’s for you. 🎧 We’ll cover: What burnout really is (and how it shows up)How to know if you’re burnt out or just tiredMy personal healing toolkit to feel mentally clear, physically energised, and spiritually groundedThis episode is your reminder that you don’t have to lose yourself to the job you love. ✨ Prioritising YOU is the best medicine. If it hits home, share this with a nurse who needs to hear it and hit follow so you never miss a dose of truth and empowerment. Here are some useful links for you: Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint -Follow me on Instagram -Follow me on LinkedIn (25) Sheena Johnson | LinkedIn If you loved this episode, Click the SUBSCRIBE and stay up to date for your weekly prescriptions to PrioritiseYOU podcast

    20 min

  4. 05/29/2025

    How to Rewrite Your I Can't Do That Story, To 'I 100% Can' EP| 09

    Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I can’t do that,” “I’m not good at tech,” or “That’s just not me”?  You're not alone, and the hard truth is, those thoughts are lies your brain tells you to keep you safe and comfortable… but also stuck. In today’s episode, I’m calling out those sneaky inner critics and showing you how to flip the script. You’ll hear: ✅ Why your brain resists growth, even when it knows change will be good for you  ✅ How I overcame my “I’m allergic to tech” story (and how you can rewrite yours)  ✅ A powerful mindset shift that will help you build confidence and stop playing small  ✅ A guided exercise to list your personal wins—your own proof that you’re more than capable Nurse friends, you’ve already done some of the hardest things in life and in your career. You’re not starting from scratch, you’re starting from strength.  So if you're ready to ditch the self-doubt and remind yourself just how powerful you are, this episode is for you. 🎧 Hit play, take a breath, and let’s start rewriting the story together. Here are some useful links for you: Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint -Follow me on Instagram -Follow me on LinkedIn (25) Sheena Johnson | LinkedIn If you loved this episode, Click the SUBSCRIBE and stay up to date for your weekly prescriptions to PrioritiseYOU podcast

    12 min

  5. 05/22/2025

    Unsilenced: How To Find Your Voice and Start Saying YES to Yourself. EP| #08

    Have you ever felt invisible, silenced, or scared to speak up? This episode is for you  -The day I finally said YES to myself. This episode is about how I found my voice again after years of second-guessing, staying quiet around senior leaders, and carrying the weight of unhealed fear. I share how one childhood moment shaped my silence, how I broke free from it through public speaking coaching, and what I’ve learned about self-expression, confidence, and healing. If you’ve ever felt silenced, stuck, or scared to speak up, whether at work, in your personal life, or even with yourself, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with: The truth behind why I stayed quiet and how I broke freeThe mindset shift that helped me say YES to myselfA simple, powerful weekly voice activation practice you can start todayA reminder that your voice is valid, powerful, and needed, just as it is✨ This is your reminder that you don’t have to wait for permission to speak up and prioritising YOU is the best medicine. Here are some useful links for you: Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint -Follow me on Instagram -Follow me on LinkedIn (25) Sheena Johnson | LinkedIn If you loved this episode, Click the SUBSCRIBE and stay up to date for your weekly prescriptions to PrioritiseYOU podcast

    12 min

  6. 05/15/2025

    How to Say No To Extra Shift Without Feeling Guilty

    Have you ever been asked to cover just one more shift, and felt your stomach twist with guilt at the thought of saying no? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re getting honest about the guilt nurses and healthcare professionals carry when trying to set boundaries. If you’ve ever felt torn between being a team player and protecting your peace, this is your permission slip to choose you, without shame. 💡 We’ll break down: Why saying no feels so hard (and how you’ve been conditioned to feel guilty)3 powerful mindset shifts to help you say no with confidence and compassionScripts you can use today to set boundaries without overexplainingAn affirmation to remind yourself that rest is responsibleIt’s time to stop sacrificing your wellness to prove your worth. You deserve balance, rest, and boundaries that stick. 🎧 Tune in now—and share this with a colleague who needs the reminder too. Because teamwork isn’t about burnout, it’s about showing up whole. Here are some useful links for you: Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint -Follow me on Instagram -Follow me on LinkedIn (25) Sheena Johnson | LinkedIn If you loved this episode, Click the SUBSCRIBE and stay up to date for your weekly prescriptions to PrioritiseYOU podcast

    10 min

  7. 05/08/2025

    Affirmations for the Overwhelmed Nurse: Shift Your Mindset Before Your Shift EP| 06

    Are you done feeling guilty for putting yourself last? Are You Ready to put yourself first and fill your cup, celebrate and own your expertise?  I am Sheena Deborah Johnson, nurse prescriber, mindset coach, and advocate for your well-being. This space is your permission slip to pause, protect your peace, and reclaim your life outside of work. Each episode delivers real talk, practical tools, empowering affirmations, and mindset shifts to help you break free from burnout, people-pleasing, and sabotaging yourself. Whether you’re navigating toxic work dynamics, struggling with self-worth, or simply exhausted from giving your all, You’ll find support, validation, and a new way forward here. This isn’t about fluff. It’s about freedom. You’re more than your role. You deserve ease, joy, and a life that reflects your worth. Let’s rewrite the narrative- Together. New episodes every week. Subscribe, listen in, and take the first step to prioritise YOU- because that’s your best medicine. Here are some useful links for you: Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint -Follow me on Instagram -Follow me on LinkedIn (25) Sheena Johnson | LinkedIn If you loved this episode, Click the SUBSCRIBE and stay up to date for your weekly prescriptions to PrioritiseYOU podcast

    14 min

  8. 05/01/2025

    Stop Putting Yourself Last: 3 Ways to Finally Make The Shift EP| #05

    Are you constantly putting things off? your workout, career goals, or even rest, because you're caught up in living for everyone else? In this episode, I’m calling out the cycle of procrastination masked as people-pleasing and fear of change.  Just because you’ve always done things a certain way doesn’t mean you must stay stuck there. I get you 100% And I’m here to help you break the habit of putting yourself last. Tune in as I share 3 powerful mindset shifts that will help you stop avoiding your needs and start prioritising YOU. Plus, I give you one simple action step you can take this week to begin your shift. This episode is your reminder that you don’t need more motivation- you need a new way of thinking, a new environment, and a community that supports the version of you that’s ready to rise. 🎧 Hit play, take a breath, and let’s get you back on your own priority list. Here are some useful links for you: Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint -Follow me on Instagram -Follow me on LinkedIn (25) Sheena Johnson | LinkedIn If you loved this episode, Click the SUBSCRIBE and stay up to date for your weekly prescriptions to PrioritiseYOU podcast

    11 min
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Welcome to The Prioritize You podcast. This is a self-attention space for all nurses and healthcare workers who want to start putting themselves first. Having overcome nurse burnout myself, I am on a mission to empower more nurses to prioritize themselves, set firm boundaries, and break free from burnout, so they can thrive both personally and professionally.  I am an advanced nurse practitioner, wellness champion, certified life coach, and writer. Here to talk all things reducing nurse guilt, saying no to what doesn't align with your dreams, and reclaiming your power so you feel fabulous in and out of work as your best self.  Thank you for listening, and if you enjoy the show, please hit the follow button! It helps me spread the message to more people who may need it. Follow Sheena on Instagram @coachsheena.johnson Instagram 

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