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From burnout to balance: Science backed ways to beat burnout and boost energy
Manage episode 497502048 series 2519276
With hustle culture running rampant and burnout becoming all too familiar, Tim Jack Adams is on a mission to help Australians flip the script on stress, reconnect with ourselves, our communities, and nature.
Drawing from his new book, "Energised," Tim shares science-backed strategies and simple daily habits that actually work to recharge our batteries and move from exhaustion to sustainable wellbeing.
If you’re feeling drained, longing for balance, or just want practical tips to boost your energy and connection, this episode is your toolkit for building a more fulfilling, energised life.
Key topics
1. Understanding Burnout and Disconnection
Explores the prevalence of burnout among soloists and small business owners.
Identifies the impact of hustle culture and constant busyness on wellbeing.
Highlights loneliness as a rapidly growing epidemic with significant health consequences.
2. The Power of Connection and Reconnection
Discusses “The Great Reconnect” movement and the importance of meaningful human connection.
Differentiates true connection (valuing, seeing, hearing others) from mere communication or online friendships.
Emphasises the critical role of real-life relationships and community for health and happiness.
3. Tools and Habits for Sustained Wellbeing
Introduces the seven tools of green exercise (e.g., movement, reflection, breath) and eight areas of wellbeing (e.g., purpose, relationships, fun).
Encourages creating daily rhythms or habits—like nature walks or technology-free meals—to recharge energy.
Suggests practical boundaries around device use to foster presence at home and in relationships.
4. Nature's Unique Role in Health
Explains the scientific and emotional benefits of time spent in nature, from reduced stress to increased clarity.
Advocates for nature as a reset for mind and body, cutting through daily distractions.
Recommends solo time outdoors for self-reflection and purpose discovery.
5. Practical Steps and Takeaways
Urges listeners to check in regularly on their own “battery” and that of loved ones.
Offers actionable advice: set tech boundaries at meals, greet family members with attention, and make time for daily self-care.
Points to further resources, including Tim’s book “Energised,” for ongoing support.
Time-stamped overview
00:00 "Reconnecting Through Water Sports"
04:33 Defining and Measuring Wellbeing
09:12 Disconnected Spectators, Not Connectors
10:34 "Disconnect to Reconnect During Meals"
14:53 "Welcoming Your Partner Home"
17:46 Finding Self-Worth and Purpose
20:39 Entrepreneurial Burnout: Self-Reliance Consequences
24:39 Balancing Life and Work Priorities
29:38 Finding Purpose Through Nature
31:20 "Energised: Overcoming Burnout"
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
478 episodes
Manage episode 497502048 series 2519276
With hustle culture running rampant and burnout becoming all too familiar, Tim Jack Adams is on a mission to help Australians flip the script on stress, reconnect with ourselves, our communities, and nature.
Drawing from his new book, "Energised," Tim shares science-backed strategies and simple daily habits that actually work to recharge our batteries and move from exhaustion to sustainable wellbeing.
If you’re feeling drained, longing for balance, or just want practical tips to boost your energy and connection, this episode is your toolkit for building a more fulfilling, energised life.
Key topics
1. Understanding Burnout and Disconnection
Explores the prevalence of burnout among soloists and small business owners.
Identifies the impact of hustle culture and constant busyness on wellbeing.
Highlights loneliness as a rapidly growing epidemic with significant health consequences.
2. The Power of Connection and Reconnection
Discusses “The Great Reconnect” movement and the importance of meaningful human connection.
Differentiates true connection (valuing, seeing, hearing others) from mere communication or online friendships.
Emphasises the critical role of real-life relationships and community for health and happiness.
3. Tools and Habits for Sustained Wellbeing
Introduces the seven tools of green exercise (e.g., movement, reflection, breath) and eight areas of wellbeing (e.g., purpose, relationships, fun).
Encourages creating daily rhythms or habits—like nature walks or technology-free meals—to recharge energy.
Suggests practical boundaries around device use to foster presence at home and in relationships.
4. Nature's Unique Role in Health
Explains the scientific and emotional benefits of time spent in nature, from reduced stress to increased clarity.
Advocates for nature as a reset for mind and body, cutting through daily distractions.
Recommends solo time outdoors for self-reflection and purpose discovery.
5. Practical Steps and Takeaways
Urges listeners to check in regularly on their own “battery” and that of loved ones.
Offers actionable advice: set tech boundaries at meals, greet family members with attention, and make time for daily self-care.
Points to further resources, including Tim’s book “Energised,” for ongoing support.
Time-stamped overview
00:00 "Reconnecting Through Water Sports"
04:33 Defining and Measuring Wellbeing
09:12 Disconnected Spectators, Not Connectors
10:34 "Disconnect to Reconnect During Meals"
14:53 "Welcoming Your Partner Home"
17:46 Finding Self-Worth and Purpose
20:39 Entrepreneurial Burnout: Self-Reliance Consequences
24:39 Balancing Life and Work Priorities
29:38 Finding Purpose Through Nature
31:20 "Energised: Overcoming Burnout"
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
478 episodes
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