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45. Permission to Pause: Finding Balance When Life Gets Full
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In this short and powerful episode of The Nurses' Break Room, host Jenny Lytle, RN, explores what to do when life feels like too much. Whether you're a caregiver, nurse, or simply juggling personal and professional demands, this episode reminds you that pausing isn’t quitting—it’s creating space for what matters most.
You’ll hear real-life stories about navigating medical appointments, supporting loved ones, and honoring your own capacity without guilt. Jenny also shares a simple reflection tool to help you identify your stressors, energy drains, and energizers so you can make meaningful change without overwhelm.
Takeaways & Action Steps:
- Why self-awareness is key to managing stress during busy seasons
- The difference between quitting and pausing with purpose
- A simple worksheet strategy to track your stressors and energy levels
- A journaling prompt: "What’s one thing you can pause or tweak this week?"
- An invitation to schedule a free call to talk it through
If you're feeling overwhelmed, this quick mindset shift is the reset you didn’t know you needed. 💛
If you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or like there’s never enough time, I’ve got something just for you! Head to https://selfcareisntselfish.com to grab your FREE copy of my book, Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: The Compassionate Nurse’s Step-by-Step Guide to Personalized Stress Relief. It’s packed with simple, effective strategies to help you prioritize your needs—without guilt—so you can feel energized, focused, and ready to take on the day. Go to https://selfcareisntselfish.com
Looking for connection with people who get the stress and self-care struggles of nurses and caregivers? Check out https://thenursesbreakroom.com
Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylytlern/
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Chapters
1. Welcome and Summer Transitions (00:00:00)
2. Unexpected Life Curveballs (00:01:57)
3. Permission to Pause (00:03:25)
4. Making Small Changes (00:05:09)
5. Connect and Self-Care Reminder (00:06:20)
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