Mar 10 2025 42 mins
In this episode of TMI Talk, Dr. Mary discusses how ignoring our body's signals and harboring resentment can lead to burnout. Dr. Mary is joined by Cait Donovan, the host of Fried the Burnout Podcast and author of 'The Bounce Back Ability Factor.'
Cait shares her personal journey from being an acupuncturist to becoming a burnout expert due to her own experiences with burnout and COVID-19 impacts on her business.
The conversation dives into the importance of body awareness, addressing resentment, and the complexities of burnout, including the role of interoception and emotional exhaustion. Cait emphasizes starting with foundational self-care by acknowledging basic bodily needs and examining underlying resentments to set better boundaries and stop self-neglect. Together, they aim to help listeners gain insights into regaining energy and managing burnout effectively.
00:00 Introduction to Burnout and Resentment
00:37 Meet Cait Donovan: Burnout Expert
01:59 Cait's Journey from Acupuncture to Burnout Education
04:53 Understanding Burnout: Identity Crisis and Emotional Impact
08:28 Eastern Medicine and Burnout: Interoception and Prevention
12:24 Holistic Approach to Burnout: Connecting the Dots
16:07 Challenges in Burnout Recovery: Individualized Treatment
22:24 Understanding Body Awareness and Burnout
23:09 The Impact of Ignoring Body Signals
23:41 Gender Differences in Burnout
24:08 Emotional Exhaustion and Burnout
27:48 Foundational Self-Care Practices
28:45 The Role of Resentment in Burnout
31:28 Overcoming People Pleasing
33:43 Practical Steps to Combat Burnout
36:22 Gathering Data Through Disappointment
41:21 Conclusion and Contact Information
You can learn more about Cait Donovan here, her podcast FRIED: The Burnout Podcast. You can also find here on instagram here
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