Bryen Fulcher
Bryen Fulcher
Burnout & Booze: a Conversation with Wendy McCallum
Burnout & Booze: a Conversation with Wendy McCallum
Burnout & Booze: a Conversation with Wendy McCallum
Wednesday 26th October 2022
Wendy McCallum discusses burnout, stress, and the joys of an alcohol-free life on 'Clear & Present'.
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Get the buttons here!From Burnout to Bliss: Wendy McCallum's Alcohol-Free Journey
We really need to be paying attention to burnout. Eventually, chronic, unmitigated stress, which is really what burnout is, leads to physical health consequences.
What happens when a high-powered lawyer trades her briefcase for a life of balance and joy? In this eye-opening episode of 'Clear & Present', host Bryen Fulcher sits down with Wendy McCallum, a former litigator turned Burnout and Alcohol Coach & Wellness Expert. Wendy shares her personal story of battling burnout and finding solace in an alcohol-free life.
With over 12 years in the legal field, Wendy knows firsthand the toll that chronic stress and alcohol can take on one's well-being. Wendy and Bryen dive into the complex relationship between burnout and alcohol, exploring how societal pressures and workplace demands often push professionals to the brink. They discuss the anxiety-alcohol connection, shedding light on how many use alcohol as a coping mechanism, only to find it exacerbates their stress.
Wendy also introduces listeners to the harm factor scale and the alcohol use disorder spectrum, offering a nuanced view of how alcohol impacts our lives. But it's not all doom and gloom. Wendy brings a refreshing perspective on the joys of living alcohol-free. She talks about reclaiming time, reducing stress, and building healthier habits that lead to increased daily joy.
Her coaching practice focuses on helping busy professionals find a sustainable work-life balance, proving that it's possible to thrive without relying on alcohol. Listeners will also hear about the link between perimenopause and alcohol use, the science behind alcohol consumption, and the concept of gray area drinking. Wendy's insights are both practical and inspiring, making this episode a must-listen for anyone curious about the benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle.
Tune in to hear Wendy's journey from burnout to bliss and discover how you too can find joy in an alcohol-free life.