"I cried over a phone call": How To Do Hard Things Without Burning Out- Ep 35

Episode Highlights: rough days,  mental strength, burnout, stress management, capacity building, personal growth, emotional regulation, vulnerability, relationships, nervous system, self-care, mental health, coaching Summary: In this conversation, Minh-Thu discusses the importance of managing stress and expanding one's capacity to handle life's challenges. She shares her personal experiences with vulnerability and the ups and downs of life, emphasizing that everyone has their own capacity for stress and emotional regulation. The discussion covers practical strategies for expanding capacity, the significance of regulating the nervous system, and how these concepts apply to personal relationships and professional growth. Minh-Thu highlights the importance of taking action while also ensuring that one's emotional and mental health needs are met to avoid burnout and promote sustainable growth. Takeaways: Life can be messy, even for those who teach stress management. Capacity refers to how much we can handle emotionally and physically. Our experiences shape our capacity from childhood onward. Expanding capacity is essential for personal growth and quality of life. Regulating the nervous system is crucial when expanding capacity. Taking action is necessary, but it should be balanced with self-care. Asking for help can be a challenge but is essential for growth. Crying is a natural response to emotional regulation. You can't grow when you're in survival mode. Mindset helps identify opportunities, but capacity determines action.   Links mentioned in this episode: To Learn more about the Higher Alignment Program or to book your complimentary connection call go to http://higheralignmentconsulting.com/program/  The REAL Reason You're Burnt Out (video)- https://higheralignmentconsulting.com/the-real-reason-youre-burnt-out/ Click Here to take the Quiz- Is my Burnout Fixable?  https://higheralignmentconsulting.scoreapp.com Follow Minh-Thu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/minh-thulam/  Follow Minh-Thu on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minhthu_lam/