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185- Rediscovering Joy and Creativity After Grief and Burnout with Peta O’Brien Day
Manage episode 453568391 series 3301052
Grief changes us in profound ways—and for neurodivergent and disabled folks, it can be even more overwhelming.
In this episode, brand messaging strategist and podcast host Peta O’Brien Day shares her story of navigating grief after the loss of her husband and the burnout that followed.
Peta’s journey took her from youth work to a creative career in copywriting, but it wasn’t easy.
She talks about rediscovering joy, finding authenticity in her work, and the practical tools she uses to manage stress. Her story is a testament to the power of creativity and connection, especially in the face of loss.
Key Topics:
How grief and burnout are connected.
Peta’s career pivot after loss.
The importance of authenticity in work and life.
Rediscovering joy through creativity.
Tools for stress management during the holidays.
Whether you’re navigating your own grief or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers hope, healing, and practical advice.
🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington:
Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/
🔗 Connect with Peta O’Brien Day:
Website: https://wordsbypeta.com
The Soap Box Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dyv7Tbb4mzBe3y6cCZSLi?si=2fcb724edf0b4955
210 episodes
185- Rediscovering Joy and Creativity After Grief and Burnout with Peta O’Brien Day
Beyond Chronic Burnout: The Talk Show for Autistic Women & Their Helping Professionals
Manage episode 453568391 series 3301052
Grief changes us in profound ways—and for neurodivergent and disabled folks, it can be even more overwhelming.
In this episode, brand messaging strategist and podcast host Peta O’Brien Day shares her story of navigating grief after the loss of her husband and the burnout that followed.
Peta’s journey took her from youth work to a creative career in copywriting, but it wasn’t easy.
She talks about rediscovering joy, finding authenticity in her work, and the practical tools she uses to manage stress. Her story is a testament to the power of creativity and connection, especially in the face of loss.
Key Topics:
How grief and burnout are connected.
Peta’s career pivot after loss.
The importance of authenticity in work and life.
Rediscovering joy through creativity.
Tools for stress management during the holidays.
Whether you’re navigating your own grief or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers hope, healing, and practical advice.
🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington:
Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/
🔗 Connect with Peta O’Brien Day:
Website: https://wordsbypeta.com
The Soap Box Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dyv7Tbb4mzBe3y6cCZSLi?si=2fcb724edf0b4955
210 episodes
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