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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 28 MIN

[344] - The Danger of Accepting a New Normal

from A Healthy Shift · host Roger Sutherland | Veteran Shift Worker | Coach | Nutritionist | Breathwork Facilitator | Keynote Speaker

Text me what you thought of the show 😊We shine a light on the quiet creep of dysfunction in shift work and how easily poor sleep, stress, and compassion fatigue become the “new normal.” We share lived experience, biological facts, and simple steps to set boundaries, protect sleep, and feel seen.• toxic leadership and why feeling seen matters• why “common” is not “normal” in sleep, stress, and mood• slow creep from fatigue to gut issues to anhedonia• compassion fatigue explained and early signs• hypervigilance and perception traps outside work• fake friendships and the value of distance• practical boundaries for sleep, food, movement• listening to partners and honest self‑checks• questions to spot what you have normalisedPlease share this podcast with someone who needs to feel seen. If you’re on Spotify or Apple, leave a rating and a short review. Pass it on, pay it forwardSupport the show----------------------------Roger Sutherland is Australia's Night Shift & Sleep Specialist and the founder of A Healthy Shift.After more than 40 years working rotating shifts with Victoria Police, Roger now helps organisations reduce fatigue risk, improve staff wellbeing and build healthier, safer and higher-performing 24/7 workplaces through evidence-based education, circadian biology and the Shift Work Champions™ Framework.Shift Work Champions™: https://join.ahealthyshift.com/shift-work-capabilityWebsite: https://ahealthyshift.com.auLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-sutherlandInstagram: @a_healthy_shift___________________Disclaimer: Roger Sutherland is not a doctor or a medical professional.  Always consult a physician before implementing any strategies mentioned in this podcast. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Roger Sutherland will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this podcast, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death._______________________

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Text me what you thought of the show 😊 We shine a light on the quiet creep of dysfunction in shift work and how easily poor sleep, stress, and compassion fatigue become the “new normal.” We share lived experience, biological facts, and simple steps to set boundaries, protect sleep, and feel seen. • toxic leadership and why feeling seen matters • why “common” is not “normal” in sleep, stress, and mood • slow creep from fatigue to gut issues to anhedonia • compassion fatigue explained and earl...

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