Real. Raw. No Holding Back. Stories from people like you who've burnt out and come back to tell the tale. From thought leaders to your friend down the street, there's a story in FRIED that you will relate to, guaranteed. You are not alone. You might be fried crispy at this point, but I promise you there is a way through. Each week, there is a story of breakdown and build back up and we don't skip over the nasty bits. The journey through burnout is rarely a beautiful one, but it creates some ...
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Dive deep into the decisions that define our lives. This podcast is about owning your path, making fearless choices, and embracing bold moves to shape your future. With inspiring guests and candid conversations, we explore how to lead with confidence, overcome obstacles, and redefine what's possible. Tune in to hear real stories, raw insights, and empowering advice to help you take charge and boldly create the life you envision.
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Synergy is when the effects of a combination of approaches are greater than any single approach by itself. Everything is connected. True healing comes from a holistic, whole-body, individualized approach to health. When we look at our health beyond what is traditionally considered healthy habits, true healing and transformation can occur. Synergistic Healing is here to inspire and empower you to reclaim your health and find peace in healing. Join us as we talk about emerging health topics wi ...
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The Leap That Changed Everything: From Finland to Founder with Doug Skoke
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27:32What would you do if everything on the outside looked fine—but inside, you were crumbling? Doug Skoke opens up about his boldest choices: leaving a high-paying job that didn’t align, moving to Finland without a plan, and launching his own company, LFG Now. In this powerful conversation, Doug shares how emotional intelligence, introspection, and rad…
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Celebrating 300 Episodes with a Fresh New Tool for Our Listeners!
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35:09Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout recovery takes more than bubble baths and boundary scripts. It asks you to let yourself receive. To celebrate 300 episodes of FRIED, Cait Donovan and Sarah Vosen …
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How to Make Life-Altering Decisions Without Regret with Mark Holden
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26:31What would happen if you finally trusted yourself to take the leap? In this episode, Courtney dives into an empowering conversation with Mark Holden, a leader who knows firsthand what it means to make bold, life-changing choices. From stepping into the unknown to conquering self-doubt, Mark shares his journey of pushing past fear and embracing the …
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#straightfromcait: What Is Stress Resilience? And How Do You Get More Of It?
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14:24Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Stress resilience isn’t a mindset trick. It’s built on your biology, your history, and whether or not you actually use the support available to you. This week on #straigh…
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The Confidence Code: Unlocking Your True Potential with Allison Walsh
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28:17What if the only thing standing between you and success is your own self-doubt? In this episode, Courtney sits down with powerhouse Allison Walsh to dive deep into the mindset shifts that lead to bold moves and confident choices. From battling imposter syndrome to building an unstoppable personal brand, Allison shares her journey of transformation …
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Sarah Swanberg: To Create a Sustainable Business (and Life) This is What You Need
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48:44Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout doesn’t always look like falling apart. Sometimes it looks like holding everything together, until your body makes it clear you can’t keep going this way. Cait Do…
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Why Most People Fail at Sales (And How to Fix It) with Steve Nudelberg
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31:53How do you stand out in a world where everyone is selling? The answer isn’t just in your pitch—it’s in your mindset and daily habits. In this episode, Courtney sits down with sales and business development expert Steve Nudelberg to uncover the strategies that separate the top performers from the rest. From mastering the art of connection to buildin…
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#sarahshares: Afraid you won’t ever feel joy or want to work again? Let Yourself.
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13:57Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Sarah Vosen is back for another #sarahshares with a question many of us have quietly wondered: could you be happy if you never wanted to work again? This episode unpacks …
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Burnout’s Best-Kept Secret with Cait Donovan
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26:05What if burnout wasn’t just about work — but everything leading up to it? Cait Donovan’s bold decision to walk away from a full scholarship and follow her heart led to a life-changing journey across the world. In this episode, Cait opens up about recognizing the warning signs of burnout, embracing foundational self-care, and the power of resentment…
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#straightfromcait: Can't Quit Your Job? Here's How You Recover from Burnout.
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10:32Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout recovery doesn’t always come with the luxury of stepping away from your job, and Cait Donovan knows that firsthand. In this episode, she speaks directly to those …
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Say Yes and Figure It Out: The Entrepreneur’s Mindset with Jeffrey Dakin
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27:02What if saying "yes" could change your entire life? Jeffrey Dakin knows all about taking bold risks and turning ideas into reality. From running construction crews to inventing game-changing products, Jeffrey’s journey is all about trusting yourself and figuring it out along the way. In this episode, Jeffrey dives into the power of building teams, …
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#sarahshares: Spring is Anger Season. Here's how to not let it worsen your burnout.
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17:56Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Anger is a message from your body that, if ignored, can quietly fuel burnout. This week, Sarah Vosen digs into something most of us don’t talk about enough: why spring of…
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From Average to Extraordinary: Robert’s Path to Unstoppable Resilience
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32:09Ever wondered what it takes to push past fear and embrace the unknown? Robert Hamilton Owens has lived a life defined by bold choices, endurance, and the relentless pursuit of growth. From overcoming childhood adversity to becoming a 12-time Ironman and Special Ops veteran, Robert’s story proves that discomfort is the key to unlocking your potentia…
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#straightfromcait: Struggling After Returning to Work? How to Tell If It’s Burnout or a Bad Job
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13:56Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] You did the healing, took the break, felt better. So why does going back to work feel like a total relapse? Cait Donovan tackles a common (and confusing) moment in recove…
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Surviving the Shark Tank Pressure and Innovating for Good with Rob Yonover
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28:10What does it take to turn a simple idea into a life-saving innovation? In this episode, Rob Yonover shares his journey from Hawaii’s waves to Shark Tank, where he pitched his invention, See Rescue, a device now saving lives worldwide. Rob's story is a powerful testament to perseverance and innovation. He discusses the inspiration behind See Rescue,…
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#FRIEDguides: Stop Self-Sabotaging Your Burnout Recovery
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24:25Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Self-sabotage isn’t a personal flaw. It’s your nervous system doing its best to keep you safe. In this whole new episode of #FRIEDguides, Cait Donovan and Sarah Vosen tak…
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The Confidence Hack No One Told You About with Eva Simone
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25:12The world needs your feminine energy—don’t be afraid to embrace it boldly and unapologetically. In this episode, Eva Simone, a momentum expert and feminine intelligence powerhouse, shares her powerful journey of embracing feminine energy and how it can reveal the transformative power we all have within us. Eva talks about the importance of reconnec…
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Kim Bolourtchi: How to Be Strategically Unruly & Create the Life You Want
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41:28Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Most of the rules you’re following were never made with you in mind and could be the reason you’re burned out. Cait Donovan sits down with keynote speaker and executive c…
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The Shark Tank Hustle: What It Takes to Make It Big with Brianne Zborowski
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32:27What happens when a bold idea lands on the Shark Tank stage? Just ask Brianne Zborowski, co-founder and CEO of Apolla Performance! From crafting a game-changing product for dancers to facing the Sharks, Brianne opens up about the rollercoaster journey of building a business under the spotlight. In this episode, she takes us behind the scenes of Sha…
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#FRIEDguides: What To Do When The World Is In Chaos
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21:54Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout recovery isn’t just about resting more. It’s about finding the energy to live fully, set boundaries that protect your peace, and show up in ways that actually mat…
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What is the Secret Weapon in Leadership? With Jim Fielding
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28:39What happens when you decide to show up as your true self? Jim Fielding shares how embracing authenticity completely transformed his career and life. From leading at Disney and DreamWorks to becoming an author and coach, Jim’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Jim opens up about the pivotal moment that led him to write his boo…
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Genein Letford: A New Take on Improving Focus, Brain Fog, and Overall Brain Health
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51:12Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Your brain craves creativity, and the arts might be the secret weapon against burnout. Genein Letford joins Cait Donovan to break down how music, movement, and self-exp…
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Overcoming Doubts and Owning Your Journey with Ellie Brown
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30:10What does it take to make bold moves and keep pushing through challenges? In this episode, Ellie Brown opens up about her journey of self-discovery, overcoming self-doubt, and making tough decisions. With over three decades in sales and significant experience on Shark Tank, Ellie teaches us that people are the core of every business decision. She d…
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#FRIEDguides: What to Do If You Are a Giver Who Sucks At Taking
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24:40Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout happens when you give endlessly without allowing yourself to receive. Cait Donovan and Sarah Vosen are back for #FRIEDguides to break down why high achievers and …
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Heart-Centered Leadership and Modern Sales Strategies with Lyndsay Dowd
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26:08What do you do when your career takes an unexpected turn? In this episode of Bold Moves, Confident Choices, Lyndsay Dowd shares her bold transition from 25 years in corporate America to entrepreneurship. After climbing the ranks at IBM, a sudden career change led her to discover new passions and a heart-centered approach to leadership. Lyndsay open…
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Anne Marie Anderson: Cultivating Audacity: How to Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win
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42:19Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It creeps in when we ignore the signs, stay stuck in routines that no longer serve us, and let fear call the shots. Anne Marie Anderson …
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Overcoming Adversity and Leading with Purpose with Scot Heathman
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27:28How does facing adversity shape the leader you become? In this episode, Scot Heathman, a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, shares his incredible journey of leadership, resilience, and self-discovery. With over 25 years of military service, including leading 36,000 people, Scot has mastered the art of servant leadership and personal growth. His story …
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#sarahshares: How Perspective Helps You Understand Why You Are Fried
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26:08Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout recovery doesn’t happen all at once. Small steps add up, even when progress feels impossible. Hey Fried fam! Ever looked back at an old journal entry or email and…
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Normalizing Bipolar: The Bold Journey of Andrew DeGood
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33:34What does it take to lead with empathy and transform workplace culture? In this episode, we sit down with Andrew DeGood, a seasoned leader in the finance and technology industries, who shares his powerful journey from struggling with bipolar disorder to building a successful career. As an advocate for mental health and a builder of things that matt…
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Nahal Yousefian: Former Head of HR for Netflix Shares How We Should Shape the Future of Work
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59:20Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout thrives in the spaces where people aren’t saying what they really mean. In this episode, Cait Donovan is joined by Nahal Yousefian, a former head of HR at Netflix…
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Fearless Leadership and Closing the Gender Pay Gap with Keri-Lynne Shaw
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29:22Have you ever wondered if you're truly in the driver's seat of your career? In this episode of Bold Moves, Confident Choices, Keri-Lynne Shaw—former BMW executive and career coach—shares her bold journey from corporate leadership to helping others take charge of their careers. Keri-Lynne's mantra is clear: it’s not just about doing good work; it's …
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Chronic Stress: Connecting the Dots between Layoffs and Burnout with Cait Donovan (Originally Posted on Nerd Journey 10/29/24)
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51:24Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout sneaks up slowly, leaving you drained and wondering what went wrong. Cait Donovan joins Nick Korte on Nerd Journey to talk about how chronic stress builds over ti…
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Surfing Life’s Waves: The Power of Recovery and Growth with Joe Jacobi
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35:45Ever feel like you’re stuck despite past successes? In this episode of Bold Moves, Confident Choices, Olympic gold medalist Joe Jacobi opens up about how he faced his toughest moments and emerged stronger than ever. Joe shares how he transitioned from elite athlete to CEO, how he lost himself along the way, and the powerful shift that brought him b…
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Dr. Jessi Gold: Healthcare - Burnout, Emotions, and Culture Shifts
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57:43Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout is more than feeling tired. It’s a challenge that affects every aspect of life, especially for healthcare professionals. In this episode, Dr. Jessi Gold shares he…
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The Bold Beginnings: Making Confident Choices
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9:50Have you ever made a bold move that changed the course of your life? Welcome to the very first episode of Bold Moves, Confident Choices! I’m beyond excited to be here with you, kicking off this new journey together. This podcast is all about stepping up, making fearless decisions, and turning your dreams into reality through bold moves and confiden…
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#friedfam: Top Advice from FRIED Listeners and Burnout Recoverers
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36:41Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] “Don’t shame your limitations.” Cait Donovan and Sarah Vosen share this piece of wisdom in this #FRIEDfam episode, weaving together lessons from their community and their…
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Dive deep into the decisions that define our lives. This podcast is about owning your path, making fearless choices, and embracing bold moves to shape your future. With inspiring guests and candid conversations, we explore how to lead with confidence, overcome obstacles, and redefine what's possible. Tune in to hear real stories, raw insights, and …
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Jennifer Moss: Why Are We Here? How To Systematically Create Better Work Cultures
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47:00Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] “This isn’t some soft skill, or a ‘nice-to-have.’ It’s a must-have,” says Jennifer Moss, workplace strategist, co-founder of The Workplace Institute, and author of award-…
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#straightfromcait: 2025 Forecast for Leaders - What to Know About Burnout Moving Forward
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13:15Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] “We’re at a time when things are going to be shifting and changing,” says host Cait Donovan who, on this solo episode of FRIED, shares a workplace forecast for 2025 and e…
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Regan Parker: ShiftKey offers Healthcare Workers Freedom, Choice, and Control
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31:42Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] “People leave the field not because they don’t love the work, but the confines of the work structure make it impossible for them to do it,” says Regan Parker, Chief Legal…
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#straightfromcait: 3 Ways To Add Ease To Your Day Without Changing Your Circumstances
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7:21Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] “I want you to forcibly slow yourself down,” says Cait on this #straightfromcait episode of FRIED where she offers three tips—and a special bonus—to help you create more …
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Rochelle Younan-Montgomery: Healing Burnout Through Boundaries and Self-Compassion
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40:27Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] “What am I doing? I’m performing for other people,” says Rochelle Younan-Montgomery, published author, keynote speaker and founder and CEO of The Reset. In the wake of a …
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Erica Rooney: Sticky Floors and Glass Ceilings - It's Time To Get UNSTUCK
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43:21“Spoiler alert: You’re not stuck. There’s always something you can do,” explains today’s guest Erica Rooney, keynote speaker, highly-sought after executive coach and author of the best-selling book, “Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors,” the latter of which, she explains, are the limiting beliefs and toxic behaviors that keep so many of us from moving…
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#straightfromcait: How Your Biology Could Be Sabotaging Your Mindset Shift—and What to Do About It
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15:18“Your biology could be working against you,” says host Cait Donovan, when it comes to your ability to foster a hopeful and positive mindset. As it turns out, those with adverse childhood experiences (ACE) can lack the brain plasticity necessary to adopt a new growth mindset. Luckily, you have the power to change this and in this episode of FRIED, C…
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#straightfromcait: Burnout or “Just Stress”? Here’s How to Tell the Difference Once and For All
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6:17Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! “Differentiating burnout from stress is one of the most popular questions around burnout,” says host Cait Donovan. On today’s #straightfromcait episode, she will reveal what she calls ‘the line …
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#FRIEDguides: Why High Achievers Burn Out: The Dark Side of Success-Driven Mindsets
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33:00“It’s praised in our culture to have a bold, clear, big vision for the kind of impact you want to make in the world and in your life, but what’s not talked about is, ‘Is it realistic?” says Sarah Vosen as she joins Cait Donovan to co-host this latest episode of FRIEDguides. Today, the two discuss why high achievers tend to be the first to burn out.…
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Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson: The Stories We Tell That Heal or Deepen Our Burnout
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51:35“I often say that story is the most powerful tool on earth and I really believe that,” says today’s FRIED guest Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson, who, as the founder and CEO of the Heartwood Leadership Institute, has helped countless Fortune 500 executives step into their leadership. Today she joins host Cait Donovan to discuss the stories we tell oursel…
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Cait Donovan: The Rule of Thirds - Why Burnout Recovery Isn’t About Feeling Great All the Time
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11:55“I want you to give yourself permission to live in this rule of thirds,” says host Cait Donovan, borrowing a concept that Olympic runner Alexi Pappas recently shared online. Alexi's coach told her that anything you're doing right will feel a combination of good, bad and just neutral. Cait explains how this applies to burnout recovery, and how to in…
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Sarah Yovovich: Healing Burnout from Emotional Abuse with Five Element Wisdom and Strong Boundaries
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56:57“Part of the empowerment is recognizing that the things that you’re weak in are actually just the flip side of your strengths,” explains Sarah Yovovich, teacher writer and body worker, who joins FRIED to discuss the kind of burnout which results from emotional abuse. The same emotional intuition that kept her empathizing with her abuser makes her a…
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Roslyn McLarty: Founder Burnout and The Bravery of Going WITHIN
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54:26“I just didn’t feel like I had the permission to bring that part of myself into the workplace and say, ‘Hey, I want to start making some shifts,’”says Roslyn McLarty, of her time as co-founder of the GIST, a women-run sports media brand, making sports more inclusive. As the company grew, so did the responsibilities and overwhelm, and she found hers…
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