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Rik Stevens | Reality of Burnout in High-Stress Careers | Certain to Change | Fit For Life Podcast
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In this episode of the Fit Life podcast, host Martin Sharp speaks with Rik Stevens, founder of Mentally Healthier, a former Met Police officer, and a British Army veteran turned mental wellness coach.
Known as the “Calming Chaos Coach,” Rik brings 30+ years of high-pressure frontline experience to the table. Together, they discuss the cost of constant stress, the need for proactive wellbeing strategies, and how busy professionals can regain control over their health and performance before burnout strikes.
Whether you're leading a team, scaling a business, or trying to stay mentally sharp in a fast-paced world, this conversation will challenge your assumptions about success, stress, and self-care.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
🎙️What life in the Army and police force teaches you about resilience and people
🎙️Why burnout is so prevalent in high-responsibility roles — and how to spot it early
🎙️How businesses often mishandle mental health (and what to do better)
🎙️The 3 pillars of sustainable performance: Eat Better, Move More, Think Better
🎙️Simple changes that can dramatically improve your focus, mood and energy
🎙️Why leaders must stop glorifying long hours and stress to drive real results
🎙️How to set boundaries, rewire habits, and show up for both work and family
🎙️How Rik helps emergency services and business teams through coaching & nutrition
Rik’s honest insights will resonate with anyone who’s ever felt stretched too thin and inspire listeners to re-evaluate what “Fit for Life” really means.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube
📩 To connect with Rik or book a wellbeing workshop: mentallyhealthier.co.uk
📩 Emergency services support: cptsdrelief.co.uk
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