The Burnout Recovery Club with Michelle Pitt – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Yes , there are two of us :-)

In this episode, Michelle discusses the complexities of motherhood, particularly in the context of burnout and special needs. She shares her personal journey, the challenges of balancing identity and responsibilities, and the impact of COVID-19 on mental health. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, self-care, and recognizing the signs of burnout, while also exploring the value of relationships and support systems in navigating these challenges.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Burnout and Motherhood

02:55 The Journey of Motherhood and Identity Loss

05:32 Finding Interests Beyond Motherhood

08:08 Moments of Burnout and Realization

10:52 The Impact of COVID on Mental Health

13:28 Recognizing Signs of Burnout

15:57 The Importance of Self-Care and Permission

18:24 Balancing Roles and Responsibilities

21:08 The Role of Partners in Parenting

23:34 Understanding Personality Types and Relationships

26:26 The Value of Community and Connection

29:10 Lessons Learned from Burnout

31:36 Final Thoughts and Advice for Moms

43:28 Connecting with the Community

43:33 Exploring the Role of Mothers in Society

What do you do, when you have been given a life expectancy of 5 years?

For most people the answer is give up, but our guest today is turning 28 in October and continues to overcome adversity.

She has shared her Inspirational life story in her book , Finding my Feet by Kerry Walsh check out her book below:

https://www.kerrywalshtrust.co.za/finding-my-feet/

Join us in celebrating Kerry, a true-life expectancy miracle story and her quest for accessibility, connection and support for individuals with rare diseases in South Africa

Kerry’s Instagram link is below

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This conversation explores the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, particularly focusing on spinal muscular atrophy. Kerry shares her personal journey, the importance of awareness and education regarding accessibility, and the need for better communication in healthcare. The discussion also touches on the significance of community support, the process of writing a book, and finding joy amidst challenges. Ultimately, it emphasizes living in the present and embracing opportunities for growth and learning.

Takeaways.

• Kerry lives with spinal muscular atrophy, a rare genetic disorder.
• Awareness and knowledge about disabilities are lacking in society.
• Moaning about challenges does not lead to solutions.
• People are often scared of change regarding accessibility.
• Living with a disability requires extra steps in daily life.
• Open communication is essential in healthcare settings.
• Advocacy creates a sense of community and support.
• Writing can be a cathartic experience and a way to share one's story.
• Living in the present and embracing opportunities is crucial for personal growth.

• Navigating Burnout and Disability
• The Journey of a Disability Advocate

• "People are scared of change."
• "Moaning about it gets you nowhere."
• "Be less in a hurry."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Kerri's Journey

01:36 Understanding Spinal Muscular Atrophy

03:32 Challenges of Accessibility in South Africa

05:43 Navigating Social Interactions and Awareness

09:20 Experiencing Life from a Different Perspective

10:53 Improving Communication in Healthcare

14:05 Advocacy and Community Support for Rare Diseases

15:05 Finding Joy in Daily Life

16:19 The Journey of Writing a Book

18:30 Lessons Learned from Adversity

20:08 The Importance of Rest and Self-Care

22:34 The Value of Sharing Experiences

25:27 Reflections on Personal Growth

26:49 Advice to Younger Self

27:45 Embracing Opportunities for Growth

28:32 lifestyle-intro-low-short.wav

28:42 Welcome to the Burnout Recovery Club

28:56 Connecting with the Community

29:01 Exploring the Role of Mothers in Society

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Sometimes, success to a mom is just getting through the day. Ok, this might seem a little extreme, but we have all had those days. Lack of sleep, then finding vomit in your hair and of course your cold peanut butter toast ends up being eaten by the dog. Find out how to find success as a busy , overwhelmed mom in this episode. Join our mom tribe today ! We would love to be part of your ‘village’ https://linktr.ee/michelle_pitt_co

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Are you a creative? Solopreupenur? a mom? Did Leave your corporate job to have freedom and flexibility but instead, the hustle is causing you even more anxiety. Are there are not enough hours in the day to get everything done? Burning out from burning the candle at both ends. Check out these 4 tips to boost your productivity without burning out . Join our mom tribe today https://linktr.ee/michelle_pitt_co

What ever type it is, you are perfect in your own unique way. Life is too short to constantly compare yourself to others . Check out these awesome books for more living more of a body positive life. Health at every size by Linda bacon and Anti-Diet by Christy Harrison. Sign up for my freebie in 5 apps I use to manage my burnout here https://linktr.ee/michelle_pitt_co

What is the one thing you need to know as a mom today ? The answer might surprise you . Join our mom tribe here: www.facebook.com/groups/Lifehacksformillennialmoms/?ref=share_group_link FB: www.facebook.com/Michellepittco?mibextid=LQQJ4d Insta: www.instagram.com/michelle_pitt_co/?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D

My sister has changed my life. She inspires me everyday. Want to help Kerry change the world? Find out more here https://www.kerrywalshtrust.co.za/

Want to know more about pregnancy hormones? What do they do to our body? How to set realistic expectations after birth. Resources: Intuitive Eating https://www.amazon.com/Intuitive-Eating-4th-Anti-Diet-Revolutionary/dp/1250255198?nodl=1&dplnkId=11e877bb-c6ce-4542-8cd3-632936c06b5c Get in touch: https://michellepitt.co.za/ Join our mom tribe here https://linktr.ee/michelle_pitt_co