MS4: Stop Being an Assh*le to Yourself

<p>In this episode, we explore some of the more common unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that can contribute to burnout in the helping field, which include:</p><ul> <li>The needs of others take priority over my own</li> <li>If I don't do it, nobody will</li> <li>Self care is selfish when so many are in need</li> <li>Setting boundaries with others means I am rude or uncaring</li> <li>Feeling this way means I'm doing something wrong or I'm not trying hard enough</li> </ul><p>Meg talks a little bit about how these thoughts can be harmful (and sneaky!) and offers up some positive reframes/thought challenges you can use to stop being an asshole to yourself and start treating yourself like a human with emotions instead. </p><p>To apply to be a guest on this show, please fill out this <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvcSVAfO8dOEyhAMkuQYDOecStyPS15onvSk1O1ZGDIxsW3Q/viewform?usp=sf_link">Interviewee Interest form</a> and let me know what you'd like to add to the conversation!</p><p>To get individualized help finding your way out of burnout, schedule a 1-1 burnout coaching session with <a href="https://calendly.com/mentalstatuspod">Meg on Calendly</a>.</p><p><br>Music: DriftMaster by Shane Ivers - <a href="https://www.silvermansound.com/">https://www.silvermansound.com</a><br>IG: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentalstatuspod">mentalstatuspod</a><br>Website: <a href="https://mentalstatus.transistor.fm/">mentalstatus.transistor.fm</a><br>Talk to me: <a href="mailto:mentalstatuspod@gmail.com">mentalstatuspod [at] gmail.com</a></p><p><br><strong>Disclaimer, y'all</strong>: This is a podcast meant for education and entertainment purposes only. I'm not your therapist. This podcast doesn't replace therapy or clinical supervision and isn't supposed to replace those things. If you need a therapist or supervisor, please find one. My opinions are my own and don't reflect the opinion(s) of my past/present/future employers.</p>