Breaking Burnout for Nurses Podcast - Intro Episode
Release Date: 01/27/2025
Hypnotherapy for Stress Relief & Burnout Prevention | Breaking Burnout for Nurses
Breaking Burnout for Nurses
In this episode of Breaking Burnout for Nurses, host Bonnie Kitahata sits down with Cinda Rothman, a certified hypnotherapist, to explore how hypnotherapy can help nurses combat stress, burnout, and negative self-talk. Cinda shares her journey into hypnotherapy, her approach to stress management, and how simple mindset shifts can create lasting change. Discover practical tools for managing daily stress, improving sleep, and even overcoming habits that no longer serve you. If you’re a nurse struggling with burnout or simply looking for healthier coping strategies, this one’s for you....
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Bioidentical Hormones & Burnout Recovery: Insights with Dr. Hepshirat Ahmadi | Breaking Burnout for Nurses
Breaking Burnout for Nurses
In this episode of Breaking Burnout for Nurses, host Bonnie Kitahata welcomes back Dr. Hepshirat Ahmadi to dive deep into bioidentical hormones and their role in energy, sleep, mood, and even burnout recovery. Dr. Ahmadi breaks down myths about hormone therapy, explains the link between hormone imbalance and nurse burnout, and introduces the benefits of quantum biofeedback—a cutting-edge approach to personalized health optimization. If you’re a nurse dealing with chronic stress, fatigue, or sleep issues, this episode is packed with essential information that could change the way you...
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Healing Nurse Burnout Through Trauma Recovery | Breaking Burnout for Nurses with Michael Roth
Breaking Burnout for Nurses
In this episode of Breaking Burnout for Nurses, host Bonnie Kitahata chats with Michael Roth, a certified Transformational Trauma Coach, about the deep connection between trauma, stress, and burnout—especially in nursing. Michael shares how early life traumas can resurface under stress, leading to burnout, addiction, and unhealthy coping habits. He dives into holistic approaches like mind-body integration, muscle response testing, and eye movement techniques that help nurses break free from emotional blocks and find lasting healing. Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or on the edge of...
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Breaking Burnout as a Couple
Breaking Burnout for Nurses
Breaking Burnout as a Couple – Insights from Troy and Nadirah Lugg In this episode of the Breaking Burnout for Nurses podcast, host Bonnie Kitahata sits down with Troy and Nadirah Lugg, who share heartfelt insights on recognizing and addressing burnout in relationships. Married for 17 years and partners since middle school, the Luggs discussed how burnout has shaped their bond and offered actionable strategies to overcome it. Troy emphasized the importance of being attentive to behavioral shifts, such as stress or withdrawal, and suggested changing the "tone, temperature, and environment" to...
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Exploring Prison Nursing
Breaking Burnout for Nurses
Exploring Prison Nursing with Colleen Edgington, R.N. In this episode of the Breaking Burnout for Nurses podcast, host Bonnie Kitahata speaks with Colleen Edgington about her unique nursing journey, culminating in her experience as a prison nurse. Colleen shares her career trajectory, from med-surg units to critical care, pre-op, and recovery nursing, before transitioning to prison nursing. Colleen reflects on her motivations for the switch, including a desire for a fresh challenge and proximity to family. She provides a fascinating glimpse into the structured world of institutional...
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Natural Supplements for Energy, Sleep, Focus, and Stress Relief
Breaking Burnout for Nurses
Breaking Burnout for Nurses Podcast - Natural Supplements for Energy, Sleep, Focus, and Stress Relief with Dr. Hepsharat Ahmadi In this enlightening episode of the Breaking Burnout for Nurses podcast, host Bonnie Kitahata sits down with Dr. Hepsharat Ahmadi, a holistic family practitioner, to discuss natural approaches to boosting energy, improving sleep, enhancing focus, and managing stress. Dr. Ahmadi shares insights from her journey in integrating traditional medicine with holistic practices like acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and biofeedback. She highlights the importance of addressing...
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Breaking Burnout for Nurses Podcast - Intro Episode
Breaking Burnout for Nurses
The Breaking Burnout for Nurses podcast, hosted by nurse advocate and bestselling author Bonnie Kitahata, RN, ONC is your go-to resource for overcoming the challenges of nursing burnout. Tailored for nurses feeling physically, mentally, or emotionally drained, this podcast offers 15-minute weekly doses of inspiration and practical tips every Monday at 10 a.m. Pacific Time. With decades of nursing experience in various settings, Bonnie shares her personal journey through burnout, including a pivotal wake-up call that led her to prioritize self-care and find joy in her profession again....
info_outlineThe Breaking Burnout for Nurses podcast, hosted by nurse advocate and bestselling author Bonnie Kitahata, RN, ONC is your go-to resource for overcoming the challenges of nursing burnout. Tailored for nurses feeling physically, mentally, or emotionally drained, this podcast offers 15-minute weekly doses of inspiration and practical tips every Monday at 10 a.m. Pacific Time.
With decades of nursing experience in various settings, Bonnie shares her personal journey through burnout, including a pivotal wake-up call that led her to prioritize self-care and find joy in her profession again. She’s here to help you achieve a more fulfilling nursing career and a happier life.
Episodes will feature burnout survival strategies, guest interviews, and insights on topics like self-care, workplace dynamics, alternative nursing roles, and stress management. Upcoming episodes include discussions on hypnotherapy, travel nursing, natural supplements, and prison nursing.
If you’re ready to share your story or suggest topics, visit www.breakingburnout.com. Let Bonnie help you rediscover the passion and purpose behind your nursing career. Keep calm and nurse on!