Beyond Burnout: Mental Health, Career Shifts & Healing Work with Renée Robson

Beyond Burnout: The Hidden Cost of Chronic Stress & the Power of Trauma-Informed LeadershipGuest: Renée RobsonWebsite: traumainformedleadershipandlearning.comInstagram: @reneerobsonIn this powerful episode of Amplify Your Signal, Nicole sits down with her longtime friend Renée Robson to explore the hidden toll of chronic stress and trauma in the workplace—and how leaders can respond with care, authenticity, and intention.Renée shares her courageous journey from a career in HR and organizational leadership to becoming a trauma-informed educator and consultant. Together, they unpack the physical and emotional impact of sustained stress, why breath is your nervous system’s best ally, and how organizations can either heal—or harm—the people within them.If you’ve ever felt unseen, overwhelmed, or unsure whether your workplace values your wellbeing, this conversation is for you.🎧 Episode Highlights & Chapters: 00:00 – Introductions 01:20 – Renee's Journey from HR to Trauma-Informed Leadership 04:00 – Understanding Stress Responses and Trauma 05:37 – Chronic Stress Impacts 50% of the Working Population 07:44 – The Principles of Trauma-Informed Leadership 12:32 – Responding vs. Reacting in Stressful Situations 15:05 – The Hidden Costs of Stress in the Workplace 17:46 – Normalizing Mental Health Support in Organizations 24:44 – Message to Those Feeling Stuck, Overwhelmed, Unseen 26:52 – Final Thoughts on Mental Health and Self-Care 28:21 – Green Flags for Healthy & Supportive Leadership 30:05 – Where Does the Organization Spend Its Money? 30:23 – Connecting with Renee 31:44 – Words of Encouragement🔗 Connect with Renée: LinkedIn Website Instagram💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation GoingIf this episode resonated with you, please consider subscribing, rating, or sharing with a friend who might need it. Your signal matters—and we’re here to help you amplify it.Join us next time as we amplify voices, elevate stories, and support each other… one episode at a time.