In this episode, Dr. Jen Blanchette reflects on her own experiences with burnout and the need for change. She discusses the challenges of overworking and feeling the need to prove oneself. Dr. Blanchette also shares personal reflections on family time and the impact of snow days on her schedule. She announces changes to the podcast frequency and discusses the pressure to follow marketing advice. Additionally, she encourages therapists to take inventory of their accomplishments and disappointments from the past year. Dr. Blanchette emphasizes the importance of dealing with mind drama and shares her plans for future episodes of the podcast.
Takeaways- Recognize the signs of burnout and the need for change in your career as a therapist.
- Reflect on your accomplishments and disappointments from the past year to gain perspective.
- Deal with mind drama and negative thoughts that may hinder your decision-making process.
- Take time to appreciate the positive experiences and wins in your role as a therapist.
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