The PIES Method 4 Ways to Beat Mental Burnout

In this insightful episode, Baz and Loz shine a light on mental burnout — the often-overlooked form of burnout that’s on the rise post-COVID. Drawing from their burnout self-assessment tool and real client experiences, they explore how mental burnout manifests through cynicism, irritability, loss of purpose, and internal negativity.They introduce the PIES method (Physical, Internal, External, Soul) to help listeners identify and manage burnout symptoms, with practical tools like the traffic light system for emotional regulation and mindset resets for negative thinking. From laughter over steak pies to honest conversations about self-awareness and emotional triggers, this episode blends humour and heart with actionable strategies for recovery and resilience.Main Topics:Why mental burnout is risingHow to identify symptoms (cynicism, irritability, loss of faith)The PIES method for recoveryThe traffic light system for emotional regulationReframing internal dialogue and managing external triggersRediscovering your “why” to overcome loss of purposeResources Mentioned:Burnout Self-Assessment Tool – Take it to discover your burnout type.https://burnoutscorecard.scoreapp.com/Free Mental Burnout Download with the PIES acronym and exercises.https://rocksolidhealth.aweb.page/mental-burnout-relief-packThe Amazing Adventures of the Good Food Gang (Children’s Book by Baz & Loz) – Available on Amazon. https://amzn.eu/d/djHc0PU