Battling Burnout: Whitney Goodman’s Guide to Stress Relief
Whenever we interact with any type of stressor, ... a generic stress response in the body is activated- and this happens for most people- and you get a cascade of neurological and hormonal activity that initiates a change in the body, and this is physiological.
Feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? In this episode of 'We Heal Together', Cordelia sits down with Whitney Goodman, a licensed marriage and family therapist, to unpack the heavy topic of burnout. Whitney shares her wealth of knowledge on how prolonged stress can lead to physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. She emphasizes that while we can't stop our bodies from reacting to stress, we can control the duration and intensity of these reactions.
This conversation dives deep into the burden of preventing burnout, especially in the workplace, and offers practical, research-backed strategies to combat it. From fostering positive interactions to the simple joy of a hug or holding hands, Whitney highlights small but effective ways to relieve stress. She also touches on the power of creative expression as a stress reliever, sharing her own hobbies that bring her peace.
Whether you're struggling with burnout or want to prevent it, this episode is packed with valuable insights and tools to help you manage stress. Tune in to gain a better understanding of burnout and discover practical steps you can take to reclaim your well-being.