Jeffrey M. Brandler, LMFT, CAS, SAP

Brandler Bits

Jeffrey M. Brandler, LMFT, CAS, SAP

  • Are you deadicated?

Are you deadicated?

Friday 15th November 2019

Jeffrey M. Brandler offers strategies to escape overworking and achieve a healthier work-life balance in this episode of 'Brandler Bits'.
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Brandler Bits
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Jeffrey M. Brandler, LMFT, CAS, SAP
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From Burnout to Balance: Finding Harmony in Work and Life

Their dedication has turned them into zombies, just going through the motions of daily life, and every day is another rinse lather. Then repeat again and again and again, and when I see these zombies, I say: what about work-life balance?
Ever felt like you're just going through the motions, like a zombie shuffling through your workday? In this episode of 'Brandler Bits', Jeffrey M. Brandler tackles the issue of being overly dedicated to work—what he cleverly calls being 'deadicated'. Drawing from his own recent vacation where he truly unplugged, Jeffrey paints a vivid picture of the toll constant work can take on your well-being.
Imagine not being able to fully disconnect even while on vacation, or spending your commute glued to your laptop, missing out on life's little moments. That's what many people are facing today. Jeffrey doesn't just stop at identifying the problem. He dives into practical strategies to help you reclaim your life from the clutches of overwork.
From setting aside just a few minutes each day for exercise or meditation to setting firm boundaries on work hours, he offers actionable tips that anyone can incorporate into their daily routine. He also highlights the alarming trend of people turning to medication to manage stress and anxiety, rather than adopting healthier self-care practices. The episode is a wake-up call to reassess what's truly important in life.
Jeffrey emphasizes the need to prioritize tasks and focus on what genuinely matters, rather than getting caught up in the endless cycle of work. His empathetic approach makes it feel like you're having a heart-to-heart with a wise friend who genuinely cares about your well-being. So, if you're feeling overwhelmed by work and struggling to find balance, this episode is for you.
Tune in to learn how to shift from 'deadicated' to dedicated in a way that nurtures your mental and emotional health.