This week I’m joined by the brilliant Dr Clare Plumbly, who shares her exciting journey of writing her first book on burnout, diving into how chronic stress can really take a toll on our minds and bodies. With practical tips on managing burnout, recognising internal pressures, and practicing self-care, this episode is packed with useful advice!
01:28 The Concept of Burnout
01:44 Writing the Book: Inspiration and Challenges
02:26 Understanding Burnout as Trauma
06:15 Recognising Burnout Symptoms
08:04 The Three C’s for Nervous System Health
12:27 High-Functioning Burnout
13:29 Practical Tips for Managing Burnout
32:13 Entrepreneurship and Burnout
38:31 Connecting with Others and Finding Support
About Dr Clare Plumbly:
Claire is a Clinical Psychologist & Director of Good Therapy Ltd, a psychological therapy centre based online and in Taunton, Somerset. Her private practice specialises in trauma-related issues and Claire herself has a specialism in sexual assault; early life traumas, and of course burnout.
Her debut book ‘Burnout: How to Manage Your Nervous System Before It Manages You’ is out in the UK this summer. It will show you how to harness the power of your nervous system, despite the persistent demands of modern life.
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