Ep. 31 - The Unspoken Trials of Nursing: Finding Strength and Grace with Jessica Smith Dos Santos
Release Date: 04/23/2024
Ep. 53 - Courage Through Trauma: A Survivor's Journey with Tennyson Jacobson
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Ep. 50 - Reclaiming Health: Barb Moylan's Cancer Journey to Holistic Healing and Self-Love
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Ep. 48 - Transforming Trauma into Triumph with Benny Salas: The Power of Speaking Your Story
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Ep. 47 - Authentic Leadership and Emotional Intelligence with Lisa Rigoli
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Ep. 46 - Empowering Teens in Foster Care with Tiffani Dhooge : A Conversation on Resilience, Love, and Tenacity
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info_outlineWelcome to Bravo Unscripted, the show where we dive deep into the personal stories that shape us.
In this week's episode I talk to Jessica Smith Dos Santos, a former trauma nurse who stepped away from her 17-year nursing career due to burnout and emotional strain, and has now authored a book aimed at nurses and those entering the field. The book, 'Sh*t they don't tell you in nursing school,' addresses the raw realities of the profession, offering insights beyond the romanticized view and equipping readers with tools for resilience.
Jessica discusses her journey from burnout to becoming a coach and writer, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and processing emotions, integrating traumatic experiences, and extending grace to oneself during transitions. The conversation also covers the significance of community and creating a life one loves, regardless of the challenges faced.
The real surprise of the episode is why she is returning to the nursing career after a gap and how and where does she intend to pick it up and what has changed over the course of her break.
Link to Jessica's book -
https://www.amazon.com/They-Dont-Tell-Nursing-School/dp/B0CST5HDTB
Connect with her on facebook -
https://www.facebook.com/jessica.InspireTLC/
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