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OT Mindset Shift: Using Gratitude, Mindfulness & Breathwork

Episode 6 of the The OT Flourish Podcast podcast, hosted by Mandy Chamberlain MOTR/L, titled "OT Mindset Shift: Using Gratitude, Mindfulness & Breathwork" was published on May 28, 2025 and runs 56 minutes.

May 28, 2025 ·56m · The OT Flourish Podcast

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In this episode, we're diving deep into OT burnout prevention—what it looks like, why it happens, and how we can address it head-on. Whether you're a seasoned therapist or a student just entering the field, burnout is something we all need to be aware of. But here's the good news: burnout isn't inevitable, and there are ways to prevent it.

I'm joined by Deanna M. Ottinger, ppOTD, OTR/L, CAPS, LSVT BIG, Associate Professor at Milligan University in Northeast Tennessee. Deanna shares how her interest in gratitude and stress management began while supporting her graduate students—and how that work can benefit all of us. Her OT passions include neuro rehab, low-end home modifications, and, of course, long walks on the beach.

Key Takeaways:

  • 🚨 The early signs and symptoms of burnout
  • 🧠 The powerful mindset shifts that can keep you grounded
  • 🌬️ How breathwork and mindfulness can calm your nervous system
  • 🧰 Practical strategies like micro-breaks, transition rituals, and peer support

If you're an OT Accelerator member, don't forget to log in and complete the post-course quiz for a CEU.

This conversation is full of real talk, encouragement, and immediately useful tips to help you care for yourself while you care for others.

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Also, be sure to check out the free resources available at OTflourish.com, including quick references, documentation and goal writing guides, treatment ideas, and helpful tools to support you in your OT practice working with older adults.

And if you're ready to take your practice to the next level, the OT Accelerator is here for you! It's the #1 resource and OT mentorship community for OT practitioners and students working in geriatric settings. Inside, you'll get access to evidence-based resources, treatment ideas, and a supportive community to help you feel confident and capable in your practice. 

Learn more and join today at OTflourish.com/membership

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