42. Stop Waiting for a Vacation: Why Scheduling Rest is Crucial for Well-Being
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Feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck in constant go-mode? Youâre not alone. In this episode of The Nursesâ Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, weâre diving into the when, why, and how of taking time offâwith a personalized twist.
Jenny shares:
- Why rest needs to be intentionalânot just an afterthought
- The difference between a âday offâ and a âday to catch upâ
- How a countdown calendar can boost your mood and motivation
- The trial sheâs using to schedule real rest every 3 weeks
- Tips to recognize when you're overdue for downtime
đŻ Takeaways / Action Steps:
- âď¸ Try scheduling something you're excited about (vacation or simple joy)
- đ Review your next monthâblock out a true off day
- đ§ Check in with your mental load: are you coping, or just surviving?
- đ Book a free discovery call at https://www.jennylytle.com/work-with-jenny
This isnât just about a breakâitâs about preventing burnout and protecting your peace.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or like thereâs never enough time, Iâve got something just for you! Head to https://selfcareisntselfish.com to grab your FREE copy of my book, Self-Care Isnât Selfish: The Compassionate Nurseâs Step-by-Step Guide to Personalized Stress Relief. Itâs packed with simple, effective strategies to help you prioritize your needsâwithout guiltâso 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
Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylytlern/
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Chapters
1. Welcome to Nurses' Break Room (00:00:00)
2. Planning Things to Look Forward To (00:01:09)
3. Recognizing When You Need Breaks (00:01:39)
4. Making Self-Care a Priority (00:02:24)
5. Closing Thoughts & Resources (00:03:52)
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