From Burn Out to Balance: Building Resilience Through Self Care

Podcast Show Notes: Title: From Burn Out to Balance: Building Resilience Through Self Care Host: Kathryn Regganie Guest: Leslie Gaudet Episode Summary: In this episode, Kathryn Regganie sits down with mindset and emotional awareness coach, Leslie Gaudet, to discuss the deeper aspects of self-care that often get overlooked. Leslie emphasizes that self-care is more than just spa days and vacations—it's about managing your time, energy, and setting boundaries. She shares practical strategies for maintaining energy, reducing stress, and finding joy in everyday life. Learn how to create a more resilient and fulfilling life by incorporating self-care habits that align with your personal needs. Key Discussion Points: ·         Self-Care Redefined: Moving beyond the typical view of self-care as massages or fancy dinners, Leslie explains how true self-care involves managing your energy and setting boundaries, like saying "no" or "not right now" and implementing hard stops in your day to recharge. ·         Signs of Stress: Kathryn reflects on how stress often manifests in unexpected ways, such as irritability or physical symptoms like lactose intolerance. They discuss the importance of tuning into your body's signals and responding proactively. ·         Time and Energy Management: Leslie shares her own practices for time management, including setting a 5:30 p.m. alarm to sign off work, and the importance of creating a transition between work and personal time. She also emphasizes the negative impact of multitasking and how it can dilute focus and efficiency. ·         Importance of Taking Breaks: Pushing through the day without breaks isn't resilience, Leslie explains. Resilience is about recharging your batteries and coming back to your tasks with renewed energy and focus. ·         Saying No as a Form of Self-Care: Leslie stresses the importance of saying no as a complete sentence, or at the very least, asking for more time before agreeing to additional tasks. She talks about how setting these boundaries preserves your energy and prevents burnout. ·         Eudaimonic Happiness: Leslie introduces the concept of eudaimonic happiness—finding pure joy in doing things just for the love of it. Whether it's returning to a hobby you once loved or discovering something new, this practice of joy can significantly reduce stress and bring greater fulfillment. ·         The Power of Gratitude: Leslie closes by highlighting how focusing on activities that bring you joy naturally fosters a sense of gratitude, which in turn creates a positive energy that can improve all areas of life. Speaker Bio: As a Self-Care Strategist and advocate for holistic well-being, I specialize in helping female entrepreneurs transform daily stress and overwhelm into clarity and calm, which aligns perfectly with the podcast's mission to ground oneself and build resilience. My personal journey of leaving a stable corporate career to pursue entrepreneurship while overcoming burnout and learning to prioritize self-care has given me a deep understanding of the power of slowing down and embracing one's inner strength. I'm passionate about empowering women to honor their unique qualities, trust their inner wisdom, and lead authentically with confidence, making me excited to share insights, experiences, and practical strategies that can inspire your listeners to navigate their own leadership journeys with resilience and grace.   Connect with Leslie Gaudet: ·         Website: https://www.facebook.com/lgaudet55 ·         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-gaudet-744713113/ ·         Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lesligaudet/ ·         TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@her_life_bydesign_leslie Connect with Kathryn Regganie: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrynregganie/ Website: https:www.energy-pathways.com Email: [email protected] (no spaces) https://www.dragonwomanquiz.com Tune in for more inspiring conversations on resilient leadership and personal growth! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode.