38. Break Free from Fear: Grounding, Breathwork, and HeartMath Tools for Caregivers
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Fear can be paralyzing—but it doesn’t have to run your life. In this episode of Becoming Your Best with Jenny Lytle, RN, Jenny shares personal insights on how fear once silenced her voice—and how she reclaimed her confidence through small, consistent actions.
If fear, stress, or burnout are keeping you stuck, tune in to discover easy, science-backed tools to calm your nervous system and take back control.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- What fear does to your brain (and how to shut off the alarm)
- Simple breathing techniques (Box Breathing, 4-7-8) to regulate stress
- The HeartMath Quick Coherence® technique for emotional reset
- A powerful grounding practice to get out of your head fast
- How movement, connection, and journaling can shrink fear and build resilience
Takeaway Action Step:
✅ Choose one calming technique from this episode and try it today.
✅ Text or email Jenny to share what worked for you!
🧠 "Thinking will not overcome fear—but action will." – W. Clement Stone
If you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or like there’s never enough time, I’ve got something just for you! Head to https://selfcareisntselfish.com to grab your FREE copy of my book, Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: The Compassionate Nurse’s Step-by-Step Guide to Personalized Stress Relief. It’s packed with simple, effective strategies to help you prioritize your needs—without guilt—so you can feel energized, focused, and ready to take on the day. Go to https://selfcareisntselfish.com
Looking for connection with people who get the stress and self-care struggles of nurses and caregivers? Check out https://thenursesbreakroom.com
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Chapters
1. 38. Break Free from Fear: Grounding, Breathwork, and HeartMath Tools for Caregivers (00:00:00)
2. Welcome and Introduction (00:00:59)
3. Personal Journey with Fear (00:01:25)
4. Understanding Fear in the Brain (00:02:45)
5. Breathing Techniques for Calming Fear (00:03:53)
6. Heart Math Quick Coherence Technique (00:05:00)
7. Grounding Techniques and Moving Forward (00:07:24)
8. Final Thoughts and Call to Action (00:09:33)
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