Dec 02 2024 37 mins
In this heartfelt and humorous episode of Just a Nurse, as an ex-nurse and a returning nurse we share personal experiences of navigating stress as both a healthcare professional and a parent. We unpack the Holmes-Rahe Stress Scale, exploring how even positive events (like a new house or Christmas festivities) can add to your stress load.
We dive into the Window of Tolerance, explaining how recognizing when you’re outside this zone can help you avoid burnout. This isn’t about toxic positivity or “just soldiering on”—it’s about taking stuff off your plate, not piling more on.
We also reflect on the cycles of nature: how everything powers down for winter while humans seem to power up, rushing through the stress of Christmas and endless to-do lists. And yes, there’s some humour too—like how boxes of After Eight mints somehow become both a coping mechanism and a source of joy.
Join us for a relatable discussion about finding balance, reducing stress, and learning to live in sync with your limits (and maybe even the seasons).
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