Redefining Rest for Public Health Professionals
The Redefining Rest podcast is for early to mid-career public health professionals with a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree who are burnt out, stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted. If you want to experience more rest, have more time, do the things that bring you joy and fulfillment, and ultimately create a life you love… then this is the podcast for you. In each episode, Career and Life Coach Marissa McKool, MPH will unpack how our society and the public health field itself promotes the narrow and false idea that rest that has to be earned and productivity makes you worthy. She will teach you how to free yourself from internalized society bias and unrealistic workplace expectations that rest is limited and finite so you can define what rest truly is for you, take more of it, and eliminate your burnout without having to quit your job. Together, we will collectively redefine how the public health workforce thinks about productivity and rest so we can do more good in the world without compromising ourselves. Get her free course on how to reduce your stress at https://www.mckoolcoaching.com/courses
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The Overwhelm Solution Training (Starting 8/11/2025!)
08/05/2025
The Overwhelm Solution Training (Starting 8/11/2025!)
Hey friends — I’ve missed you! The podcast isn’t quite back yet, but I wanted to let you know about something important happening next week: 👉 The Overwhelm Solution Training is back August 11–15th, 2025 — and it’s free! If you’re feeling overwhelmed by your workload, struggling with motivation, or burned out by everything happening in public health, this live training is for you. Here’s what we’ll cover: What’s really causing your overwhelm (and how to fix it) How to create motivation on demand How to stop overworking and actually take your lunch How to set boundaries that stick (without guilt) The key to staying grounded in public health right now Each session is just 45 minutes (live at 12pm PT / 3pm ET) and replays are available. Live attendees also get bonus tools to help with time, boundaries, delegation, and MORE! Over 600 women have joined this training already — come see why. 🔗 Register by Sunday, August 10th: https://publichealthcoach.com/overwhelm-solution
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From Panic to Purpose Ep 10: Harnessing Your Purpose to Make a Bigger Impact in Public Health
05/09/2025
From Panic to Purpose Ep 10: Harnessing Your Purpose to Make a Bigger Impact in Public Health
This episode is from a special video series, From Panic to Purpose, designed to help public health professionals navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. As a public health professional, you’ve likely been feeling the impact of a rapidly changing landscape—political instability, funding cuts, layoffs, and increasing pressure to navigate crises. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn next. This series will help researchers, evaluators, project officers, managers, leaders and anyone else in public health navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. Whether you’re concerned about job security, political changes, or how to stay grounded through it all, this series will provide you with practical tools to address these challenges and more. This episode teaches you to Harness Your Purpose to Make a Bigger Impact in Public Health In this final training, you’ll learn: ✅ The three ways you can view any challenge — and why choosing the right one changes everything ✅ The two choices you have right now in the face of crisis (and why only one leads to true freedom) ✅ How to curate proof that the impact you want to make is still possible — no matter what's happening around you ✅ How to turn your intention into impact and truly live into your purpose — personally and professionally But that's not all! At the very end of today’s episode, I’m also sharing an exciting announcement! 📣 A very special opportunity just for YOU. A personal invite to meet with me 1:1. Just you and me, troubleshooting any challenges you are facing. If you’ve found these episodes helpful — even just a little bit — imagine what would happen if you had direct, customized support tailored exactly to your life, your challenges, and your goals. That is what this opportunity gives you. I’ll share more about this opportunity at the end of today’s episode — so make sure you listen until the very end! You can also sign up to see the video versions of this episode at If you need a transcript of this episode, please email us at [email protected]
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From Panic to Purpose Ep 9: How to Feel More in Control of Your Emotions
05/02/2025
From Panic to Purpose Ep 9: How to Feel More in Control of Your Emotions
This episode is from a special video series, From Panic to Purpose, designed to help public health professionals navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. As a public health professional, you’ve likely been feeling the impact of a rapidly changing landscape—political instability, funding cuts, layoffs, and increasing pressure to navigate crises. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn next. This series will help researchers, evaluators, project officers, managers, leaders and anyone else in public health navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. Whether you’re concerned about job security, political changes, or how to stay grounded through it all, this series will provide you with practical tools to address these challenges and more. This episode teaches you How to Feel More in Control of Your Emotions In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why your emotions aren’t caused by challenges themselves, but by your brain’s response to them ✅ How to process emotions (instead of resisting them) so they pass more quickly and feel less intense ✅ Three simple steps to help you feel more in control, no matter what’s happening around you PLUS: At the end of this episode, I share a very exciting announcement about a time-sensitive opportunity to get direct and personalized support on May 13th! Here’s a hint: ✨ It’s a live and interactive. ✨ You’ll see real-time transformations. ✨ It's a rare opportunity—I've only hosted it once before, and over 150 public health professionals joined last time! You can also sign up to see the video versions of this episode at If you need a transcript of this episode, please email us at [email protected]
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From Panic to Purpose Ep 8: Two Powerful Tools to Build Confidence and Certainty in Uncertain Times
04/25/2025
From Panic to Purpose Ep 8: Two Powerful Tools to Build Confidence and Certainty in Uncertain Times
This episode is from a special video series, From Panic to Purpose, designed to help public health professionals navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. As a public health professional, you’ve likely been feeling the impact of a rapidly changing landscape—political instability, funding cuts, layoffs, and increasing pressure to navigate crises. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn next. This series will help researchers, evaluators, project officers, managers, leaders and anyone else in public health navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. Whether you’re concerned about job security, political changes, or how to stay grounded through it all, this series will provide you with practical tools to address these challenges and more. This episode teaches you Two Powerful Tools to Build Confidence and Certainty in Uncertain Times In this video, you’ll learn: ✅ Two exercises to help you overcome any challenge you are facing. ✅ How to reconnect with your inner strength using the Triumph Story technique ✅ A practical way to reframe fear-based thoughts using “Yes, and” thinking—so you stay grounded and in your power You can also sign up to see the video versions of this episode at If you need a transcript of this episode, please email us at [email protected]
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From Panic to Purpose Ep 7: How to Calm Your Mind and Stop Negative Thoughts
04/18/2025
From Panic to Purpose Ep 7: How to Calm Your Mind and Stop Negative Thoughts
This episode is from a special video series, From Panic to Purpose, designed to help public health professionals navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. As a public health professional, you’ve likely been feeling the impact of a rapidly changing landscape—political instability, funding cuts, layoffs, and increasing pressure to navigate crises. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn next. This series will help researchers, evaluators, project officers, managers, leaders and anyone else in public health navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. Whether you’re concerned about job security, political changes, or how to stay grounded through it all, this series will provide you with practical tools to address these challenges and more. This episode teaches you how to How to Calm Your Mind and Stop Negative Thoughts In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why your brain clings to worst-case scenarios (even when you're not in physical danger) ✅ How to interrupt the spiral of negative thoughts and start feeling more grounded ✅ A realistic way to start thinking on purpose—not just reacting to fear You can also sign up to see the video versions of this episode at If you need a transcript of this episode, please email us at [email protected]
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From Panic to Purpose Ep 6: Surviving an Anti-Science Administration
04/11/2025
From Panic to Purpose Ep 6: Surviving an Anti-Science Administration
This episode is from a special video series, From Panic to Purpose, designed to help public health professionals navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. As a public health professional, you’ve likely been feeling the impact of a rapidly changing landscape—political instability, funding cuts, layoffs, and increasing pressure to navigate crises. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn next. This series will help researchers, evaluators, project officers, managers, leaders and anyone else in public health navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. Whether you’re concerned about job security, political changes, or how to stay grounded through it all, this series will provide you with practical tools to address these challenges and more. This episode teaches you how to Surviving an Anti-Science Administration In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why your survival brain is on high alert (even when there’s no immediate danger)✅ How to interrupt the panic spiral and feel more in control✅ Two simple tools to help you stay calm, clear, and grounded—no matter what’s happening You can also sign up to see the video versions of this episode at If you need a transcript of this episode, please email us at [email protected]
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From Panic to Purpose Ep 5: Navigating the Politics of Public Health
04/09/2025
From Panic to Purpose Ep 5: Navigating the Politics of Public Health
This episode is from a special video series, From Panic to Purpose, designed to help public health professionals navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. As a public health professional, you’ve likely been feeling the impact of a rapidly changing landscape—political instability, funding cuts, layoffs, and increasing pressure to navigate crises. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn next. This series will help researchers, evaluators, project officers, managers, leaders and anyone else in public health navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. Whether you’re concerned about job security, political changes, or how to stay grounded through it all, this series will provide you with practical tools to address these challenges and more. This episode teaches you how to Navigate the Politics of Public Health In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why public health has always been political—and why resisting this truth creates frustration and exhaustion. ✅ How political challenges in public health impact your mental well-being. ✅ The power of shifting your perspective and reframing “political” can help you navigate challenges with more confidence and clarity. You can also sign up to see the video versions of this episode at If you need a transcript of this episode, please email us at [email protected]
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From Panic to Purpose Ep 4: Regaining Control in Uncertain Times
04/09/2025
From Panic to Purpose Ep 4: Regaining Control in Uncertain Times
This episode is from a special video series, From Panic to Purpose, designed to help public health professionals navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. As a public health professional, you’ve likely been feeling the impact of a rapidly changing landscape—political instability, funding cuts, layoffs, and increasing pressure to navigate crises. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn next. This series will help researchers, evaluators, project officers, managers, leaders and anyone else in public health navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. Whether you’re concerned about job security, political changes, or how to stay grounded through it all, this series will provide you with practical tools to address these challenges and more. This episode teaches you how to Regain Control in Uncertain Times In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why public health’s current crisis is also a mental health crisis ✅ How trying to control external events leads to more stress and overwhelm ✅ The paradox of control—and how shifting your focus inward helps you feel more certain, no matter what’s happening You can also sign up to see the video versions of this episode at If you need a transcript of this episode, please email us at [email protected]
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From Panic to Purpose Ep 3: Managing Panic in Public Health
04/09/2025
From Panic to Purpose Ep 3: Managing Panic in Public Health
This episode is from a special video series, From Panic to Purpose, designed to help public health professionals navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. As a public health professional, you’ve likely been feeling the impact of a rapidly changing landscape—political instability, funding cuts, layoffs, and increasing pressure to navigate crises. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn next. This series will help researchers, evaluators, project officers, managers, leaders and anyone else in public health navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. Whether you’re concerned about job security, political changes, or how to stay grounded through it all, this series will provide you with practical tools to address these challenges and more. This episode teaches you how to Manage Panic in Public Health In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ What panic actually is and how it develops ✅ Why your brain reacts to uncertainty with panic ✅ How to calm your nervous system and regain control You can also sign up to see the video versions of this episode at If you need a transcript of this episode, please email us at [email protected]
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From Panic to Purpose Ep 2: How to Cope with Anxiety During Uncertain Times
04/09/2025
From Panic to Purpose Ep 2: How to Cope with Anxiety During Uncertain Times
This episode is from a special video series, From Panic to Purpose, designed to help public health professionals navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. As a public health professional, you’ve likely been feeling the impact of a rapidly changing landscape—political instability, funding cuts, layoffs, and increasing pressure to navigate crises. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn next. This series will help researchers, evaluators, project officers, managers, leaders and anyone else in public health navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. Whether you’re concerned about job security, political changes, or how to stay grounded through it all, this series will provide you with practical tools to address these challenges and more. This episode teaches you How to Cope with Anxiety During Uncertain Times In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅What anxiety actually is (it's not what you think!) ✅Why your brain reacts to uncertainty with anxiety ✅How to cope with anxiety in ways that truly help—not just numb or distract You can also sign up to see the video versions of this episode at If you need a transcript of this episode, please email us at [email protected]
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From Panic to Purpose Ep 1: Why Mental Health Needs to be Your Top Priority
04/09/2025
From Panic to Purpose Ep 1: Why Mental Health Needs to be Your Top Priority
This episode is from a special video series, From Panic to Purpose, designed to help public health professionals navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. As a public health professional, you’ve likely been feeling the impact of a rapidly changing landscape—political instability, funding cuts, layoffs, and increasing pressure to navigate crises. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn next. This series will help researchers, evaluators, project officers, managers, leaders and anyone else in public health navigate the stress and uncertainty of today’s turbulent environment. Whether you’re concerned about job security, political changes, or how to stay grounded through it all, this series will provide you with practical tools to address these challenges and more. This first episode outlines Why Mental Health Needs to Be Your Top Priority In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why mental health needs to be your #1 priority right now ✅ How worry and fear can cloud your decision-making ✅ A simple shift to help you feel more in control, no matter what’s happening around you You can also sign up to see the video versions of this episode at If you need a transcript of this episode, please email us at [email protected]
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Why I’m Ending the Podcast
01/01/2024
Why I’m Ending the Podcast
This podcast has been with me since the beginning of my business, and it’s truly been one of the highlights of my job. So, why am I ending the podcast? Thank you all for joining me on this journey so far because I wouldn’t be here without you all. On this last episode before the podcast takes a break, hear why I’m deciding to pause the podcast in 2024, the three traps of big decision-making to look out for, and my answers to your questions about how you can continue to access my teachings and stay in touch. Get full show notes and more information here: Podcast listeners can join my coaching program and get $500 until January 5th! Sign up for your free consultation to learn how my program can help you change what you are struggling with and achieve your goals here:
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What Is Rest?
12/25/2023
What Is Rest?
Rest isn’t just about sleeping, going on vacation, or getting a massage, and yet, that’s often what we think when we hear that word. Exhausted, burnt out, and overworked, you probably can’t wait to catch up on sleep on the weekend or plan your next vacation. While those things can be rest, the world has told you that rest is finite, temporary, and a treat you have to earn. Now, it’s time to redefine rest. Discover what rest is and what it is not. Hear how our society’s definition of rest leads us to burnout, why women especially have a long history of being told we’re hysterical for needing rest, how rest is a core and essential component of being a human, and what happens when you redefine what rest means for you. Get full show notes and more information here: Podcast listeners can join my coaching program and get $500 until January 5th! Sign up for your free consultation to learn how my program can help you change what you are struggling with and achieve your goals here:
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Stress vs. Stressors
12/18/2023
Stress vs. Stressors
While we can’t eliminate all stressors from our lives, we can control our reactions to them. When you don’t understand the difference between your experience of stress and the external things that are causing it, you’re left feeling like life just happens to you. On the other hand, being able to separate external stressors from your reaction gives you power and control over your experience to make the changes you want. Join me this week to hear how learning to distinguish between stress and stressors is the key to finally getting out of the burnout cycle. I’m showing you what stress is, why understanding your stressors matters, how they aren’t as dangerous as our brains think, and my top tips for beginning to harness the power you have over your internal response. Get full show notes and more information here: Podcast listeners can join my coaching program and get $500 until January 5th! Sign up for your free consultation to learn how my program can help you change what you are struggling with and achieve your goals here:
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Reducing Your Mental Load
12/11/2023
Reducing Your Mental Load
Even if you’re sitting on the couch watching Netflix, how much time are you spending thinking about what needs to be done, what you can’t forget, or squeezing in tasks? Rest isn’t just about taking a physical break, but a mental and emotional one too. Reducing your mental load matters for a whole host of reasons, but what are you supposed to do when it seems like it all falls on you? Join me this week as I offer my top tips for beginning to offload your mental, emotional, and domestic labor. Hear how you always have a choice to make, even if it doesn’t feel like it, and what’s required of you to start making negotiations for reducing your mental load. Get full show notes and more information here: Podcast listeners can join my coaching program and get $500 until January 5th! Sign up for your free consultation to learn how my program can help you change what you are struggling with and achieve your goals here:
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Underscheduling & Overscheduling
12/04/2023
Underscheduling & Overscheduling
What does your time management practice look like? Maybe you aren’t a fan of scheduling anything at all. However, examining how you schedule your time gives you the data you need to make the tweaks that ultimately allow you to be efficient and effective, even if the seasons of your life change, and this process is the perfect starting place. Hear what’s driving the habit of underscheduling, overscheduling, and not scheduling your downtime. I’m highlighting the consequences of each type of behavior, and small tweaks you can begin implementing to create flexibility, protect your time, improve your work, and reduce stress. Get full show notes and more information here: Podcast listeners can join my coaching program and get $500 until January 5th! Sign up for your free consultation to learn how my program can help you change what you are struggling with and achieve your goals here:
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Imposter Syndrome in Public Health
11/27/2023
Imposter Syndrome in Public Health
Imposter syndrome is something particularly women, People of Color, immigrants, and other folks with one or more marginalized identities experience when we navigate spaces where we feel or have been told we don’t belong. Power imbalances and hierarchies exist across the field of public health, which can contribute to feeling like you don’t belong, but the good news is it doesn’t have to stay this way. Hear what imposter syndrome is and isn’t, and how to navigate the world with self-trust and internal belonging, even when there are external challenges or barriers you’re facing. Learn what’s creating your experience of self-doubt and insecurity, and how to build the emotional capacity to shift from a feeling of inadequacy to confidence. Get full show notes and more information here: Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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Dealing with Holiday Stress
11/20/2023
Dealing with Holiday Stress
Holidays are an intense microcosm of what happens throughout the year, and it tends to be extremely hectic and busy, especially for women. The notion that we could have a completely stress-free holiday is unrealistic for most of us. However, if you’re ready to save yourself a little mental drama and exhaustion this year, listen in. Join me on this episode as I give you seven reminders for navigating and reducing your stress during the holidays. Hear why this time of year tends to be particularly stressful for women, how you have more agency and choice than you might think, and how to offer yourself the opportunity to make aligned decisions for you. Get full show notes and more information here: Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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How Public Health Promotes Hustle Culture
11/13/2023
How Public Health Promotes Hustle Culture
How is hustle culture being explicitly and implicitly promoted in public health? The truth is, no matter how hard you try to get out, hustle culture will always attempt to pull you back in. Part of the reason it feels impossible to prioritize rest is because the structures and systems we live in promote hustle culture, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait for the world to change to live a hustle-free life. Join me on this episode to discover the keys to detaching from hustle culture. Hear how doing this on an individual level leads to collective change, innovative examples from around the world of ways rest is being prioritized over hustling, and what you can do on a personal level to begin changing your experience of overworking. Get full show notes and more information here: Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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Self-Care During a Crisis
11/06/2023
Self-Care During a Crisis
As long as you and I are alive, there will be horrible crises in the world. Being a human is messy, and we’re all coping the best we can. There’s nothing wrong with you if you don’t feel like you have the capacity to do your best work or can’t manage the fear, anxiety, and outrage you’re experiencing. However, prioritizing your mental and emotional health is vital during a crisis, and I’m offering you my top tips. Join me this week to hear self-care approaches that will help you slow your stress cycle and process difficult emotions, whether you’re directly impacted by a crisis or are witnessing one. Learn how neglecting self-care doesn’t solve anything, and I’m sharing how I’m currently giving myself mental and emotional respite so I can take the necessary actions to respond. Get full show notes and more information here: Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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5 Ways to Prevent Public Health Burnout
10/30/2023
5 Ways to Prevent Public Health Burnout
This week, we're getting straight to the point with practical methods to prevent and recover from burnout. Many of the women I coach do not even realize they're caught in a cycle of burnout. I share specific practices to steer clear of overworking, begin delegating, and prioritize your own well-being. I promise that by implementing these five practices, you'll begin to experience the benefits of increased energy, ease, and REST. Get full show notes and more information here: My (which runs November 13th to December 15th, 2023) is now open for enrollment! All of the proceeds of the profits will be donated to The Palestine Children's Relief Fund to help the children in the Gaza region. Click to sign up. Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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Not Your Average Productivity Course
10/23/2023
Not Your Average Productivity Course
From my extensive work coaching women in the field of Public Health, I've seen some of the common struggles they experience and crafted a tool to help. It is my Not Your Average Productivity Course, and I can’t wait to tell you all about it. I have the pleasure of hosting two clients from the course, Sarah and Vicki, this week to share their key insights from being in the Not Your Average Productivity Course and how it continues to benefit them even after its conclusion. Get full show notes and more information here: My (which runs November 13th to December 15th, 2023) is now open for enrollment! All of the proceeds of the profits will be donated to The Palestine Children's Relief Fund to help the children in the Gaza region. Click to sign up. Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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Productivity Tax
10/16/2023
Productivity Tax
Every choice we make regarding how we spend our time affects how we allocate it elsewhere. This is what we refer to as the "productivity tax." This week, Iet's delve into how we often compound this tax by postponing decisions and failing to establish boundaries. Discover effective techniques for setting and maintaining boundaries, and understand their profound significance. Take charge of your time and energy, identify productivity taxes in your life, and begin making space for what you are choosing to cultivate. Get full show notes and more information here: My (which runs November 13th to December 15th, 2023) opens its doors for enrollment on October 19th, 2023. Be the first to sign up with my early bird special: to receive it! Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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Hate Your Birthday? Listen to This...
10/09/2023
Hate Your Birthday? Listen to This...
What does your birthday bring up for you? This week, I’ll discuss why birthday dread is common, especially among women, and how it triggers our insecurities or feelings of failure. I offer a story of a birthday experience that made me feel miserable and how I learned to change my relationship with my birthday. Learn four methods to start celebrating your birthday, why your birthday is not a measure of your worth or value, and examples of how I’ve celebrated my birthday differently from year to year. Get full show notes and more information here: My (which runs November 13th to December 15th, 2023) opens its doors for enrollment on October 19th, 2023. Be the first to sign up with my early bird special: to receive it! Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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My Public Health Burnout Story
10/02/2023
My Public Health Burnout Story
How do you know if you’re experiencing burnout? Would you recognize the signs that you were burning out? Burnout looks different for everyone. For me, it looked like exhaustion. This week I share how I dealt with burnout while working in public health, 6 methods of empowerment to help you confront your feelings of overwhelm, and how to achieve your dreams without burnout. Get full show notes and more information here: My was such a success that I’ll be offering it one more time in 2023. To be the first to know of the dates as well as discounts and early bird specials, now! Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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Five Productivity Myths
09/25/2023
Five Productivity Myths
Do you love organizing your time? Are you constantly trying to optimize it by creating the perfect schedule? This week, I dig into five productivity myths, why we all work differently, and some options for creating a schedule that works for you. Get full show notes and more information here: My was such a success that I’ll be offering it one more time in 2023. To be the first to know of the dates as well as discounts and early bird specials, now! Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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“If I Don’t Do It, No One Will”...and Other Public Health Lies
09/18/2023
“If I Don’t Do It, No One Will”...and Other Public Health Lies
Do you struggle to say no? This week, I break down the idea of, “If I don’t do it, no one will” and why this thought is keeping you from leading and working properly. I share examples of how good changes can occur by saying “no” or allowing committees and projects to come to an end. Discover why the thought that you have to do it all is not a fact, why it is okay to say no, and how to feel neutral about a project’s ending. Get full show notes and more information here: My was such a success that I’ll be offering it one more time in 2023. To be the first to know of the dates as well as discounts and early bird specials, now! Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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6 Reminders for Going through Tough Times
09/11/2023
6 Reminders for Going through Tough Times
This week, I offer 6 tips for going through tough times. When you are being challenged, it's helpful to have these tools in your kit because honestly, we all need as much help as we can get sometimes. Discover how to move through stressful times with more grace, ease, and care for yourself. Learn when to seek professional support, how to ask for what you need, and hear more tips for lessening the discomfort of challenging times. Get full show notes and more information here: My was such a success that I’ll be offering it one more time in 2023. To be the first to know of the dates as well as discounts and early bird specials, now! Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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Ditch Your Public Health Mentors
09/04/2023
Ditch Your Public Health Mentors
As public health folks, we are socialized to default to those with greater age, experience, and power, rather than championing our own opinions. We are constantly encouraged to find a mentor, have a mentor, and work with a mentor. But I’m here to encourage you to drop that concept, and do the opposite; I want you to ditch your mentor. This week, I share an experience where I deferred to my mentor’s opinion and what happened as a result of this. Discover how to notice if you are seeking validation from an outside source, and learn how to trust yourself and create confidence and empowerment around your own knowledge and experience without relying on others. Get full show notes and more information here: My was such a success that I’ll be offering it one more time in 2023. To be the first to know of the dates as well as discounts and early bird specials, now! Do you want to stop working late and working through lunches? Do you want to have more control over your time? to download my FREE Top 5 Calendar Tips! They are simple and effective, and you can implement them right away!
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Three Mistakes I’ve Made as a Public Health Leader
08/28/2023
Three Mistakes I’ve Made as a Public Health Leader
We all make mistakes, and it doesn’t need to be the end of the world when we do. But it is important we learn from our mistakes, and today you can learn from mine because I look back and share moments in my career when I made mistakes as a leader, manager, and supervisor. Discover how to be a leader who builds trust and develops strong skills in others. Develop tools to look critically at your leadership style and methods for understanding the root of your problems as a leader. Get full show notes and more information here:
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