From Burnout to Breath Work: Finding Balance with Sarah Ariaudo

In this episode, I sit down with health and wellbeing expert Sarah Ariaudo as we chat about our previous roles, both in cancer care, and how she has navigated the stress of clinical work and being a "road warrior!" Sarah shares her powerful story of leaving the corporate world behind after facing chronic stress and burnout, and how she found her way into wellness, coaching, yoga, and breath work.We talk honestly about what chronic stress actually looks like and how it wears you down, and what it takes to come back. Sarah shares with me how simple breath work practices can shift your state, why mindfulness and self-care aren’t luxuries how coaching plays a crucial role in personal development and avoiding burnout.If you’re in a healthcare or education environment, looking to change career or just trying to be a more present in a chaotic world this episode is ideal! Follow Sarah:Sarah Ariaudo is an executive health and wellness expert with 15+ years of experience in workplace well-being and strengths-based leadership. Certified in positive psychology, health coaching, and breathwork, she helps leaders and teams build resilience, foster trust, and enhance performance. Using Strengths assessments and proven techniques, Sarah empowers organizations to unlock potential, cultivate connection, and create thriving, high-performing cultures.www.sarahariaudo.comFollow David / Via Nova here:⁠⁠David's LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Via Nova LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Via Nova Website⁠Feeling stuck in your career? Not sure if it's just that Monday feeling?Discover if it's time for a change! ⁠Take my quiz and explore your career potential today!Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:37 Journey from Clinical to Corporate06:05 Understanding Stress and Its Sources09:02 Reflections on Clinical Work and Stress11:49 The Road Warrior Experience14:46 The Impact of Yoga on Well-being17:19 Becoming a Yoga Instructor20:27 Current Coaching and Yoga Practices24:31 The Transformative Power of Breath Work27:46 Getting Started with Breath Work and Meditation30:49 Overcoming Resistance in Coaching32:53 The Unique Approach of Sarah Ariaudo35:04 Books and Their Impact on Healing42:03 Future Plans and Retreats