Pre-Shift Anxiety

CW: This podcast contains discussions of mental health that may be sensitive to listeners. This week, Carley and Micheline tackle a persistent problem facing healthcare workers: pre-shift anxiety. They share their personal experience with pre-shift anxiety and explain how it can come about at any point in a nursing career. They also discuss strategies for managing pre-shift anxiety, such as establishing routines, taking breaks, and advocating for oneself. Remember that your best is enough and you are not alone in your struggles!