In this episode of the Wellbeing for Mothers show, Dr. Dunni, an award-winning mom empowerment coach and family doctor, discusses the concept of reaching a breaking point as mothers. She uses the analogy of the last straw that broke the camel's back to illustrate how small things can accumulate and eventually lead to a breakdown. Dr. Dunni emphasizes the importance of being aware of our own limits and practicing self-care to prevent reaching that breaking point. She shares personal experiences and offers practical advice on how to stop, take stock of our situation, and put things into perspective when faced with challenges. By utilizing this three-step formula, Dr. Dunni encourages mothers to rise up and navigate through difficult times with clarity and resilience.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Recognize the signs of reaching a breaking point: The podcast emphasizes the importance of being aware of the signs that indicate you are reaching a breaking point. It is crucial to regularly assess your mental, emotional, and physical well-being to prevent a breakdown.
Seek help and support: When you feel overwhelmed or on the verge of a breakdown, it is essential to reach out for help. This can include seeking advice from friends, colleagues, mentors, or coaches, or even consulting with healthcare professionals such as doctors or therapists.
Embrace breakdowns as opportunities for growth: While breakdowns are often seen as negative, the podcast suggests that they can be the beginning of something beautiful. Breakdowns can serve as catalysts for personal growth, prompting individuals to remodel their thinking, processes, and lives.
Stop, take stock, and put things in perspective: The podcast outlines a three-step formula for navigating breakdowns. First, it is important to stop and take a moment to breathe and let go. Then, take stock of the situation by evaluating and analyzing the challenges and factors contributing to them. Finally, put things in perspective by examining the potential opportunities for growth and utilizing resources effectively.
Cry and release emotions, but don't dwell in victimhood: The podcast acknowledges the importance of expressing emotions and allowing oneself to cry when faced with pain or challenges. However, it emphasizes the need to move beyond victimhood and take proactive steps towards healing and finding solutions. The goal is to cry once for the same thing and then focus on moving forward.
BEST MOMENTS
"There are so many things that are piled on that camel before that straw finally did the trick and broke the back of the camel."
"A breakdown can be the beginning of something beautiful. I needed a breakdown to remodel my thinking, to remodel my process, to remodel my life."
"When we stop and take stock, we are looking at each and every one of them one by one. We are having the opportunity to kind of have a very detailed examination of what we have in front of us."
"Sometimes tragedies, sometimes challenges, sometimes losses can cause us to look at things differently. And sometimes even those things that you thought, oh, they are worthless, they can suddenly become your gems."
"Remember, challenges come, breakdowns come, but they don't need to keep you broken down. Rise up. Utilize that breakdown as a moment to stop, to take stock, and to use the stuff to put things in perspective."
VALUABLE RESOURCES
The burnout checklist- https://forms.gle/Re3E2FeEjuLEMvWJ6
The Working Mothers handbook: 8 keys - www.drdunni.com/handbook
https://patreon.com/wellbeing4mothers
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HOST BIO
Your host Dr Dunni is the award-winning mum empowerment coach, Family doctor, International speaker, Best-selling author of the book ‘Every Mum is a super mum’ and a mum herself who is passionate about health and wellbeing. She is proficient in using natural, scientific, and medical well-being concepts to explain in simple terms practical ways and strategies to avoid ill health and promote the overall well-being of body, mind, soul, and spirit. This is made available by the provision of online courses, books, coaching and regular events where well-being strategies and tactics are shared to enhance holistic well-being. Learn more athttps://www.drdunni.com
