Balanceology - The Art of Balance - Burnout Podcast Balanceology | Jayne Morris & Dylan Cox

This episode focuses on the concept of anhedonia, an often overlooked condition characterised by the loss of pleasure in previously enjoyable activities, which Jayne discusses with the author Tanith Carey. 
Tanith, who has published 14 books in 35 languages, shares her personal journey through anhedonia, which was significantly influenced by burnout and the pressures of modern life. The discussion explores anhedonia as a critical grey area in mental health between joy and depression, highlighting its connection to emotional flatlining and burnout. 
Tanith emphasises the importance of naming and understanding anhedonia to tackle it effectively. She also delves into various contributors to anhedonia, such as biological factors, environmental influences, and psychological reasons, with a particular focus on inflammation's role in disrupting the brain's reward pathway. 
The conversation covers strategies for combating anhedonia, including setting boundaries, engaging in activities that spark joy, anticipating pleasurable events, and cultivating moments of awe and appreciation. The episode underscores the power of awareness, the importance of a growth mindset towards happiness, and practical advice for integrating joy into daily life, thereby offering a comprehensive guide for individuals feeling stuck in the cycle of anhedonia to reclaim their capacity for happiness.
 
00:00 Welcome to Season 3, Episode 4: Unpacking Anhedonia with Tanith Carey
01:13 Understanding Anhedonia: Tanith's Personal Journey
06:01 Exploring the Causes and Effects of Anhedonia
08:21 Biological Factors and Long Covid: The Impact on Anhedonia
10:19 Menopause, Stress, and the Modern World's Impact on Our Brains
15:32 Parenting, Happiness, and the Role of Emotional Shock Absorbers
18:23 Practical Steps Towards Overcoming Anhedonia
27:44 The Power of Noticing and the Joy of Small Moments
33:22 Concluding Thoughts and the Importance of Awareness


Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.

www.balanceology.uk

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.

In this episode, Jayne is in conversation with Michael Amster, a physician, awe researcher, writer and teacher with 20 years' experience as a pain management specialist, and who has been a meditation practitioner for over 30 years.  
 
Discover:  
How awe can be cultivated by paying attention to simple moments of wonder in daily life The 'A.W.E. process' of micro-dosing mindfulness - taking less than a minute per day How awe can help prevent burnout and enhance well-being The power that awe has to foster social connection How awe plays an important part in building a more connected and compassionate world. 
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:39 Personal Journey and Discovery of Awe
01:55 The Concept of Micro Dosing Mindfulness
04:08 The A.W.E. Method and Its Impact
04:27 Research and Studies on Awe
06:21 The Power of Awe in Everyday Life
11:33 Practical Tipsfor Cultivating Awe
18:11 The Future of Mindfulness and Awe
25:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.

www.balanceology.uk

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.

Poetry as a Bridge Out of Burnout
Discover the powerful impact of poetry, even (and perhaps especially) if you don’t usually feel drawn to experiment with this art form.


In this episode, Frank Bolaji Irawo, author of Dream, poet, speaker and fellow coach, speaks to Jayne about:
How easy it can be to lift a pen and experiment with poetryThe power of poetry as a tool to deepen self-reflectionHow expressing our internal and external experiences through poetry can be revelatory The use of poetry in a coaching context as a tool for transformation

Frank also spontaneously shares some of his incredible poems as part of our conversation, bringing to life his skill at weaving the spoken word into any situation, even a podcast!
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Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.

www.balanceology.uk

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.

Radical Candor and Preventing Burnout
 
In this episode, packed with leadership tips, Kim Scott, author of Just Work and Radical Candor, speaks to Jayne about:
 
-       The value of soliciting feedback for oneself
-       How to overcome obnoxious aggression, manipulative insincerity and ruinous empathy
-       The importance of compassion, trust, gratitude and genuine appreciation
-       How lack of feedback can lead to burnout and what to do about it 


Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.

www.balanceology.uk

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.

This episode is part 2  of a 2 part mental health special*

The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including enforced isolation, lockdowns and widespread working from home have had a huge impact on peoples wellbeing and in particular, their mental health. This has meant that the topic of mental health is being discussed more widely now than ever before.  The need for more education and support around this subject is shared by individuals and workplaces alike.

In this episode your hosts, Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox discuss the following:

1. Lifestyle choices
2. The importance of rest/sleep
3. Long term health conditions and their effect on mental health 
4. What can be changed in the workplace


Balanceology is a leading wellbeing solution business that focuses specifically on supporting organisations to prevent workplace burnout.  Our main offerings include workshops, coaching, change management and personal recovery retreats.

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading burnout expert and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She has 15 years experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout  - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a well-being coach specialising in self-esteem and confidence.  He is an experienced facilitator and presenter - www.theselfesteemcoach.co.uk
Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.

www.balanceology.uk

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.

*This episode is part 1 of a 2 part mental health special*

The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including enforced isolation, lockdowns and widespread working from home have had a huge impact on peoples wellbeing and in particular, their mental health. This has meant that the topic of mental health is being discussed more widely now than ever before.  The need for more education and support around this subject is shared by individuals and workplaces alike.

In this episode your hosts, Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox discuss the following:

1. How to define mental health and mental ill health
2. The mental health continuum
3. Factors that may increase the risk of mental health illnesses
4. How our working/home environment can affect us
5. How physical health can affect of mental wellbeing
6. What part nutrition can play


Balanceology is a leading wellbeing solution business that focuses specifically on supporting organisations to prevent workplace burnout.  Our main offerings include workshops, coaching, change management and personal recovery retreats.

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading burnout expert and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She has 15 years experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout  - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a well-being coach specialising in self-esteem and confidence.  He is an experienced facilitator and presenter - www.theselfesteemcoach.co.uk 




Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.

www.balanceology.uk

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.