Discovering the Power of Self-Care with Dr. MC's Self-Care Cabaret

What happens when a school director tells you to stop caring so much about struggling students? For Dr. Teresa Malito-Connors, that crushing moment sparked a journey from Broadway dreams to PhD research—and ultimately revolutionized how professionals handle stress.After working with teens facing eating disorders, psychosis, and severe depression, Teresa discovered something alarming: she wasn't alone in her struggle to separate work from personal life. But when her boss offered zero support for managing the emotional toll, Teresa made a decision that would impact thousands.Here's where her story takes an unexpected turn: while building a business around evidence-based self-care, she experienced her own dramatic burnout—despite being a self-care expert. What happened when her business came to a "screeching halt"? And how did a theater background become the secret weapon against professional exhaustion?Teresa reveals the shocking statistics about alcohol-related deaths among women, shares why "mani-pedis and bubble baths" aren't real self-care, and explains her counterintuitive approach to boundaries. Plus, discover the 10 domains that actually matter and why she believes entrepreneurs are particularly vulnerable to burnout.Ready to learn why even self-care experts need saving—and how theater techniques can transform your stress management?To connect with Dr. Teresa Malito-Connors, visit drmcselfcare.com or join her free Tuesday Dance Breaks at 4pm EST.Stay connected! Subscribe to our newsletter for:Early access to upcoming episodes and eventsExpanded strategies and resourcesDirect connection with Sheila for questions and supportJoin Newsletter: https://fivemilestones.kit.com/newsletterConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivemilestonesFor more information, visit: Sheila Slick: https://sheilaslick.comFive Milestones: https://fivemilestones.com/show/Sponsored by: PodToBook.ai Turn Your Podcast Conversations into a Book in just a few clicks!