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Light Up Your Worth
The Differences Between Stress, Burnout and Trauma with Stress Management Specialist Avery Thatcher
Send us a textIn this episode of 'Light Up Your Worth,' host Debbie welcomes Avery Thatcher, a former ICU registered nurse and stress management specialist. Avery shares her expertise on the impact of acute and chronic stress on the body, explaining the concept of highly sensitive individuals and the difference between stress, burnout, and trauma. They discuss strategies to manage burnout and stress, focusing on achievable self-care practices and understanding emotional intelligence. Avery stresses the importance of tailoring stress management to fit modern stressors and introduces her 'Creating Calm' app designed to help ma...
2025-06-03
47 min
Learning From Your World
Rethinking Burnout: The Power of Energy Management with Avery Thatcher
In this episode, I talk with Avery Thatcher, burnout specialist and former ICU nurse, about rethinking stress management, recovering from burnout, and building sustainable energy resilience. We discuss: Why managing energy works better than managing stress—and what most strategies get wrong. The four types of energy and how they each lead to burnout. How burnout is shaped by larger societal pressures, not just personal choices. Challenge: At [00:49:22], Avery shares her challenge to rethink your morning routine. Instead of a rigid to-do list, focus on how you wan...
2025-02-05
53 min
Learning From Your World
Rethinking Burnout: The Power of Energy Management with Avery Thatcher
In this episode, I talk with Avery Thatcher, burnout specialist and former ICU nurse, about rethinking stress management, recovering from burnout, and building sustainable energy resilience. We discuss: Why managing energy works better than managing stress—and what most strategies get wrong. The four types of energy and how they each lead to burnout. How burnout is shaped by larger societal pressures, not just personal choices. Challenge: At [00:49:22], Avery shares her challenge to rethink your morning routine. Instead of a rigid to-do list, focus on how you wan...
2025-02-05
53 min
Retrieving Sanity
Navigating the Waters of Burnout with Avery Thatcher
In this episode of Retrieving Sanity, host Keegan Read speaks with Avery Thatcher, a former ICU nurse turned burnout expert. Avery shares her personal journey through burnout, emphasizing that it is more about energy management than stress management. She discusses the different types of energy—physical, mental, emotional, and fulfillment—and how they relate to burnout. The conversation explores practical strategies for managing burnout and the importance of recognizing and addressing the chaos in our lives. In this conversation, Avery Thatcher and Keegan Read explore the complexities of energy management, particularly for individuals with chronic illnesses. They discuss the impo...
2024-12-20
59 min
The Truth About Burnout
Functional Medicine and Burnout: Discovering the Roots of Wellness with Dr. Laura Miles
In this episode, Avery sits down with Dr. Laura Miles, a physician who transitioned from a career in ophthalmology to functional medicine after experiencing severe burnout. Dr. Miles shares her personal journey of juggling a demanding career, raising two children, and the eventual realization that she was suffering from burnout—a condition she initially didn't recognize. Dr. Miles delves into the physical and emotional toll burnout took on her, recounting the moment she realized something had to change. She explains how she discovered functional medicine and how it helped her address the root causes of her exhaustion, in...
2024-09-09
22 min
The Truth About Burnout
Overcoming Burnout: From High Achiever to Empowering Introverts with Serena Low
In this insightful episode, Avery Thatcher engages in a deep conversation with Serena, an advocate for introverts and the host of the Quiet Warrior Podcast. They explore the challenges of high achievers, the emotional turmoil of burnout, and the empowering journey towards self-discovery and authenticity. Serena shares her personal story of navigating societal and familial expectations, the struggles of being a people pleaser, and the pivotal moments that led her to work exclusively with introverts seeking visibility. She offers valuable insights on embracing one's unique path and the importance of micro-actions in sustaining personal growth. Serena Low...
2024-08-26
23 min
The Truth About Burnout
Navigating Burnout: Family Vision and Energy Management with Joseph & Melissa Neary
In this enlightening episode, host Avery engages in a heartfelt conversation with Joseph and Melissa Neary, the power couple behind the "Emotional Man Podcast." Together, they delve into the complexities of burnout, exploring its deep-seated connection with energy management and the challenges of balancing a high-demand professional life with family responsibilities. Joseph and Melissa, who coach executive families on building resilient family systems, share their personal stories of navigating burnout and how they found their way back to a healthier, more fulfilling life. Episode Highlights: 03:12 - Melissa's Battle with Fluctuating Energy Le...
2024-08-12
31 min
The Truth About Burnout
Rediscovering Inspiration: Caroline Biesalski’s Journey Through Burnout
In this compelling episode, host Avery dives into a candid conversation with Caroline, an entrepreneur who shares her personal journey of experiencing burnout and finding her path to recovery and inspiration. Avery, offers insightful perspectives on how burnout is more about energy management than stress management. Together, they explore the nuances of burnout, its signs, and effective strategies for recovery and sustained well-being. Caroline reveals how, after closing her company due to burnout, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery and now hosts a podcast that features inspiring stories, helping others navigate through their own burnout experiences.
2024-07-29
18 min
The Truth About Burnout
AI Systems and Burnout: Insights from Ana Gonzalez’s Journey to Recovery as a High Achiever
In this episode of "The Truth About Burnout," Avery dives deep into the realities of high achievement and burnout with guest Ana. As an accomplished AI system consultant, dedicated solo parent, and former karate instructor, Ana brings a wealth of diverse experiences to the discussion. Throughout the episode, Ana offers invaluable insights into the pressures of striving for perfection across multiple spheres of life and the detrimental impact it can have on one's well-being. By candidly sharing her own journey, Ana highlights the importance of recognizing the warning signs of burnout and taking proactive steps to address them. From...
2024-07-15
17 min
The Truth About Burnout
Redefining Success: Embracing Rest and Productivity with Courtney McCarthy
In this episode, Avery and Courtney McCarthy, founder of Loyobo FIT, delve into redefining success by embracing rest and balancing productivity. Courtney, a high achiever from a young age, shares her journey through burnout and recovery. As a business owner who faced the immense challenges of running a brick-and-mortar studio during COVID-19, planning a wedding, and navigating a separation/divorce, Courtney provides a raw and honest perspective on burnout and resilience. Courtney’s story highlights the significant impact of linking self-worth to productivity and the importance of uncoupling this mindset. From working 16-hour days to the...
2024-07-01
34 min
The DesignDash Podcast
EP 18: Feeling Burnt Out? How to Recognize and Recover with Avery Thatcher
This week, Melissa and I had an eye-opening conversation with Avery Thatcher, a burnout recovery and prevention strategist who has transformed her own life from the depths of burnout to one of balance and fulfillment. Avery’s insights and practical tips are not only powerful but also life-changing. What You’ll Discover: The Four Types of Burnout: Avery breaks down the different kinds of burnout and how to identify them in your own life. Recovery Strategies: Learn simple yet effective methods to regain your energy and prevent burnout from taking over. The Power of Self-Care: Discover how small, consistent practic...
2024-06-27
34 min
Confessions of a Terrible Leader
S2, Ep. 22: You Think You Know What Burnout Is? Think Again. Feat. Avery Thatcher, Burnout Prevention Strategist
Avery Thatcher, a burnout prevention strategist and former ICU nurse, shares her journey from experiencing severe, life-altering burnout to becoming an advocate for energy management. She discusses the impact of high achievement, sensitivity, and people-pleasing on burnout and offers insights into creating a culture of well-being in high-pressure environments. Avery's personal experience and expertise provide valuable lessons for leaders and individuals alike. Links from this episode: https://becomingavery.com/ https://becomingavery.com/creating-calm/ https://becomingavery.com/podcast/ https://becomingavery.com/home/free-resources/take-the-burnout-risk-assessment/ Confessions of a Terrible...
2024-06-19
28 min
The Truth About Burnout
The High-Stakes World of Hospitality: From Burnout to Balance with Joan Hutchinson
On this episode of The Truth About Burnout podcast, Avery welcomes Joan, a dedicated coach specializing in hospitality who works with independent restaurateurs. Joan identifies strongly as a high achiever, a trait she's carried with her throughout her life, driving her to excel academically and professionally. She shares her passion for helping restaurateurs who often find themselves working grueling 18-hour days, believing that burnout doesn't have to be the norm. Joan's experience during the pandemic as a multi-unit manager is particularly enlightening. She managed both a retail outlet and a restaurant, often finding herself juggling m...
2024-06-17
24 min
The Truth About Burnout
Unveiling Burnout: a Journey from High Achiever to Wellness Coach with Laura Mack
In this episode of The Truth About Burnout, Avery delves deep into the personal journey of Laura Mack, a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach and founder of Leaf Wellness Coaching. Laura shares her compelling story of transitioning from a high-pressure corporate career to becoming a passionate advocate for holistic well-being. Through a candid dialogue, Laura recounts pivotal moments in her life that illuminated the toll of her relentless work ethic. From sacrificing family time to experiencing a near-fatal car accident, Laura's journey exposes the detrimental effects of prioritizing work over personal health and fulfillment. Her awakening...
2024-06-03
20 min
The Truth About Burnout
Identity Grief and Burnout: Avery's Story
It’s 6:45 am, Christmas morning 2018. I’m finishing up my 12 hour night shift at an ICU I had been working at for about a year. The charge nurse came around to get a final report for how my patient was doing and to get any info that would be helpful for the day-shift team to know. Before I could even start talking she said “Wow, you don’t look well. Go home and get some sleep. I’ll mark you down as sick for your next few shifts. I hope you feel better.” The next hour was a blu...
2024-05-27
17 min
The Truth About Burnout
Escaping Toxic Work Environments and Recovering from Burnout with Lindsay White
In this episode, Avery dives deep into the topic of burnout with guest Lindsay White, founder of High Voltage Leadership. Lindsay is a sought-after leadership coach, people operations expert, speaker and podcaster who believes that every business, no matter how small, deserves three things - great leadership, an impactful people strategy, and a culture that inspires. As an entrepreneur, working mom, and first-time grandmother, Lindsay understands the challenges of balancing work and life responsibilities. Through her coaching and guidance, she supports female business owners in navigating their personal leadership journeys with a focus on people s...
2024-05-20
24 min
The Truth About Burnout
Overcoming Burnout: A Journey of Hope and Healing with Joseph Reid
In this deeply personal and poignant episode, Avery engages in a vulnerable conversation with Joseph Reid, founder of Broken People, an international mental health peer support group. Trigger warning: this episode addresses topics such as suicidal ideation and loss due to suicide. Joseph shares his journey of overcoming burnout and finding hope amidst struggles with mental illness, drawing from his own experiences and the tragic loss of a close friend. Joseph Reid loves people. As the driving force behind Broken People, an international beacon of mental health support, he wears many hats, serving as its founder and...
2024-05-06
32 min
The Quiet Warrior Podcast with Serena Low
49. The Truth About Burnout (with Avery Thatcher)
In this episode of the Quiet Warrior podcast, Avery Thatcher and I delve into the topic of burnout, a condition experienced by many due to chronic stress. Given the tumultuous times we live in and the increasing pace of life and work, how do we stay alert to the signs that we may be suffering from burnout?Avery, a former ICU nurse turned burnout recovery specialist for highly sensitive high achievers, shares insights from her personal journey and professional expertise. Talking Points:The origins of burnout as a re...
2024-05-05
29 min
Extraordinary Women Radio
Avery Thatcher, Navigating Stress, Burnout, and Self-Care Strategies, Episode 342
Today, we’re tackling a topic that all of us have experienced at some time in our lives: burnout. It’s a pervasive issue across all sectors of society, but the good news is, there are simple, actionable steps that you can begin today. To guide us through this process, I'm thrilled to introduce Avery Thatcher. She began her career as an ICU Registered Nurse, where she witnessed firsthand how many of her patients' severe health issues were linked to chronic stress. Driven by a desire to shift from reactive to proactive care, Avery stepped away from the ICU to laun...
2024-04-25
28 min
The Truth About Burnout
Navigating Burnout: Insights from Corporate Leadership with Carolyn Swora
In this episode, Avery interviews Carolyn Swora, a seasoned corporate leader turned advocate for trauma-informed leadership. Carolyn shares her journey from being an overachieving high achiever to facing burnout and rediscovering balance in her life. From her love for homework in kindergarten to her four degrees and extensive corporate leadership experience, Carolyn's story is one of ambition, perseverance, and ultimately, self-discovery. She delves into the pivotal moments that led to her burnout, including her husband's terminal illness and her relentless pursuit of career goals while neglecting her emotional well-being. Through therapy and emotional literacy, Carolyn began to unravel the...
2024-04-22
28 min
The Truth About Burnout
Unveiling the Healing Journey: From Overwhelmed Mom to Intuitive Guide with Leanne Mercredi
In this revealing episode, Avery dives deep into the personal journey of Leanne Mercredi, the intuitive medium and owner of Spruce Energy Healing. Leanne shares her transformative path from overwhelmed motherhood to intuitive healing guide. With raw honesty, she reflects on the challenges of raising three sensitive souls amidst the complexities of ADHD, Tourette's syndrome, and autism. Leanne's story sheds light on the pressures of societal expectations and the toll they took on her mental and physical health, leading to burnout and autoimmune arthritis. As the conversation unfolds, Leanne opens up about her healing journey, em...
2024-04-08
27 min
The Truth About Burnout
Can Rest Truly Transform Your Life? Unlocking the Healing Power of Rest with Elaine Mingus
In this episode of The Truth About Burnout, Avery sits down with Elaine Mingus, a homeschooling mother of seven who shares her journey of overcoming burnout and finding peace amidst life's challenges. Elaine candidly discusses her struggles with bulimia and heroin addiction in her 20s, only to have similar issues resurface in her 40s after the excitement of motherhood waned. The conversation delves into the societal pressures that contribute to burnout, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the need for rest and self-care. Throughout the episode, Elaine and Avery explore the myth of perpetual productivity perpetuated b...
2024-03-25
24 min
The Inspired Choice
Embracing Vulnerability and Personal Growth with Avery Thatcher
Caroline Biesalski engages with Avery Thatcher in a conversation that begins with Avery's background, career shift, and personal experience with burnout. They explore how everyday moments and influential people have inspired Avery's journey. The discussion delves into the importance of personal development, openness, and vulnerability. Avery shares insights into her podcasts and their focus areas, highlighting her unique gifts and talents. The episode concludes with a special offer for the audience, inviting them to engage further with Avery's work. Meet Avery Thatcher Canada Website: https://becomingavery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomingavery/ Want to be a...
2024-03-20
13 min
The Truth About Burnout
Reclaiming You: Navigating Identity Beyond Fatherhood with Jason McCleary
Highlights: Jason's Background and Journey [02:28 - 05:01] Jason shares his background as a husband and father of three children. He talks about how he felt lost in his identity as he became too focused on being a dad and neglecting his own passions. Identity Crisis and Depression [05:01 - 08:32] Jason opens up about his struggles with depression as he questioned if there was more to life than just being a father. He emphasizes the common challenge among men of losing their sense of self amidst th...
2024-03-11
25 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Beyond Masculinity and Femininity: Redefining Balance Without Gendered Terms
A little while ago, a client of mine shared that they were at odds with themselves because they didn’t feel ‘masculine enough’ and that they operated ‘too much in the feminine’ energy. But at the same time, they didn’t want to be caught up in the culture of toxic masculinity either. They noticed that I had a Yin Yang symbol in one of my tattoos and asked what I thought about the idea of finding a balance between the masculine and the feminine. Because I believe in the power of words, I told them, “Instea...
2024-03-07
12 min
The Truth About Burnout
Attachment Styles and the Burnout Epidemic
2024-03-04
10 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Ong Namo - Reclaiming Yoga
Yoga has absolutely changed my life, but not solely from the mat based asana practice. However, when I was first introduced to yoga that’s all I knew it to be! Yoga was where you went to feel calm, stretch and maybe get stronger depending on the class that you signed up for. Only after completing my yoga teacher training and teaching for a while did I encounter the complexities of Westernized yoga, which led me to question my role in perpetuating cultural appropriation. As my beloved practice crashed down around me, I was left to navigate the intersection of...
2024-02-29
13 min
The Truth About Burnout
Reclaiming Serenity: Journey from Panic to Purpose with Jeanne-Mari Retief
In this episode of "The Truth About Burnout," we delve deep into an inspiring personal transformation journey with our guest, Jeanne-Mari Retief. Jeanne shares her experience of being diagnosed with Panic Disorder, which compelled her to reevaluate her life path and challenge her perspectives on mental illness. We explore her struggles with shame, the impact of a high-achiever mindset, and the significance of establishing a strong support network. Jeanne candidly discusses the relapse she encountered and how she learned to embrace her panic disorder as an integral part of her healing and journey towards self-acceptance. J...
2024-02-26
28 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Slow Down You're Doing Fine - Prozac, santosha, and be-ing
Have you ever had a moment where it feels like a part of the authentic version of you just fell into place? I just had another moment like that this past week, and it shifted a lot of things for me. All the way from sudoku and jigsaw puzzles on my phone, to how I view mental health medications for myself. In a recent session with my therapist, she told me something which I already have heard a thousand times. She said “Remember you’re a human being not a human doing.” I found...
2024-02-22
11 min
The Truth About Burnout
Bridging the Generation Gap: Burnout Trends and Strategies for Unified Workforce Well-being
I often get asked if burnout is more prevalent now that it has been in the past. The truth? It depends on how you look at it. Answering this question isn’t as simple as looking at the data and saying “yes” or “no”. There are many contributory factors for burnout that have evolved over time, but there are also changes in our society and the expectations we have for each other. There’s also changes in how we’re raised, the circumstances we’re living in, and how our world is being built to support us…or not. ...
2024-02-19
15 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Three Little Birds - The power of changing what if's to even if's
I’m a few weeks into the Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) for my OCD, which I’ve talked about in the last few posts, so if you’re curious what that’s all about check it out here and here. Basically it’s a way to lean into the anxiety, rather than do something to try and calm it or make it go away. Turns out this is especially helpful with OCD because my obsessive thoughts only get more and more intense (and creative) the more I try and make the anxiety go away. It’s been a really int...
2024-02-15
10 min
The Truth About Burnout
Rocket Science, Fulfillment Burnout, and Unveiling the Truth with Melissa Corley Carter
In this episode, Avery opens the door to a unique conversation with a guest who breaks the mold of traditional burnout narratives. Introducing Melissa Corley Carter, a remarkable rocket scientist. The episode teases the intriguing circumstances of Avery and Melissa's initial meeting and introduces Melissa's awe-inspiring achievement of running marathons on every continent, including the challenging terrain of Antarctica. As the host of a stress management podcast, Avery sets the tone by acknowledging the cliché phrase "it's not rocket science" and the irony of speaking to an actual rocket scientist. This intr...
2024-02-12
22 min
You Can Do It TOO! Your Restaurant Maven
Overcoming Burnout and Optimizing Habits with Avery Thatcher
Burnout has become a widespread issue among independent restaurateurs and professionals across various fields. In today's episode, we tackle this epidemic head-on with the help of an expert. Join us in welcoming Avery Thatcher, a former ICU Registered Nurse turned entrepreneur, who has dedicated her career to supporting individuals in reclaiming their energy and optimizing their habits. With over a decade of experience, Avery brings invaluable insights into combating stress and preventing burnout. Avery is the visionary behind the Flow State app and group programs, where she empowers highly sensitive high achievers to navigate the...
2024-02-11
33 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Broken & Beautiful
It’s been a few weeks of Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for my OCD - which is the gold standard treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder where you intentionally create opportunities for anxiety and fear to rise up, and then don’t do the compulsion that normally alleviates that fear. The problem was, I was hitting a bit of a roadblock. The good news is that all I had to do was change one word
2024-02-08
12 min
The Truth About Burnout
Cultivating Balance in a Capitalist World - the four ways capitalism sabotages our well-being
In the relentless pursuit of success and prosperity, the landscape of work has evolved significantly over the years. In the era of modern capitalism, the concept of a healthy work-life balance seems like an elusive dream for most people. The impacts of capitalism on burnout culture are profound, stretching back to the beginning of the industrial revolution and becoming this seemingly unstoppable freight train in the complex and demanding world we face today. The Historical Unraveling of Work-Life Balance The seeds of burnout culture were sown in the early days of capitalism, as industrialization swept...
2024-02-05
10 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Cracking the Code of Overthinking
I know it’s only February and it seems like it’s really early to start thinking about planning a garden, but the truth is in my corner of Canada our growing season is typically really short - like June through the end of August into the beginning of September kind of short. This means that for a more prolific vegetable garden, we have to start planting and growing things inside in the next couple weeks. My mom actually has already started. As I’m sitting here contemplating the piles of seeds, pots and potting mix I have w...
2024-02-01
11 min
The Truth About Burnout
Thriving Beyond Burnout: A Conversation on Lifestyle Medicine and Personal Transformation
In this episode Avery engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Benita Varnado, affectionately known as Dr. V. Dr. V, a board-certified OBGYN and Lifestyle Medicine Physician, shares her inspiring journey from experiencing burnout to embracing a fulfilling life. The discussion touches upon the parallels between Avery's burnout as an ICU nurse and Dr. V's experience in OBGYN. Dr. V sheds light on her pivotal decision to transition to lifestyle medicine, emphasizing the need for preventive strategies. The creation of her podcast, "Office Visits with Dr. V," becomes a platform to educate women about gynecological health, overall wellness, and...
2024-01-29
26 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Dealing with Uncertainty - what it's like living with OCD
I came to a realization recently that I thought might be helpful to share because it highlighted one of the sneaky ways we can sabotage ourselves. It’s so sneaky because it feels like we’re really just trusting our own intuition and experience - but really it’s just trying to keep everything the same because, to our nervous system, “the same” is safe. But as I’m learning, living with OCD adds a whole other layer of complexity to everything.
2024-01-25
11 min
The Truth About Burnout
Beyond Culture: Unveiling Burnout's Impact on Organizational Success
2023-12-14
10 min
That's a Hard No
Finding Your Why & Finding Your No with Avery Thatcher
On today's episode, we sit down with Avery Thatcher, a wellness coach and content creator whose experience with burnout and chronic stress is truly inspirational. Tune in to hear about her incredible journey from her time as an ICU Nurse, how best to handle stress and burnout in your own life, and more.To learn more about Avery and her journey, visit becomingavery.com[00:03:47] Epic burnout experience[00:10:13] Redefining high achievement[00:12:13] Healing through anger and acceptance[00:16:42] Redefining morning routines[00:19:36] Generation gaps and expectations[00:27:16] Jealo...
2023-11-28
47 min
The Truth About Burnout
Steering Toward Fulfillment: Journey to Career Satisfaction with Anthony Kuo
Today, we have a fascinating guest on the show who believes that your career is much more than just a shiny resume. Anthony Kuo is a Career Satisfaction Coach with a unique perspective. He graduated from the prestigious NYU Stern School of Business in 2010 and embarked on an eight-year journey through the Fortune 500 corporate world, steadily climbing the ladder. However, Anthony's realization that he was filling his bank account but leaving his soul empty led to a profound transformation. Drawing from his practical corporate experience and training as a Transformational NLP Practitioner, Anthony now guides his clients...
2023-09-18
21 min
The Truth About Burnout
A High Achiever's Journey to Wellness and Business Success with Pam DeArmon
In this episode of The Truth About Burnout as we engage in a candid conversation with Pam DeArmon, a high-achieving entrepreneur who has navigated the challenges of chronic illness while building her own business. Pam shares her journey, insights, and strategies for managing time, setting boundaries, and thriving as a female entrepreneur, all while dealing with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. Pam DeArmon is a homeschooling mom of two who embarked on her design business journey in 2021 after a five-year battle with a fibromyalgia diagnosis. She specializes in helping successful female coaches design coaching and digital course materials...
2023-09-04
20 min
The Truth About Burnout
Unraveling Financial Stress and Healing from Burnout - A Conversation with Patrice Malloy
In this episode Avery engages in a conversation with Patrice Malloy. Patrice shares her journey of overcoming burnout as a high achiever in the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds. Drawing from her extensive expertise in tax advisory, accounting, and auditing, Patrice discusses the intersection of financial stress and burnout, offering practical strategies for managing money-related stress and cultivating a healthier relationship with finances. You will gain valuable insights into recognizing burnout signs, shifting mindset from scarcity to abundance, and seeking financial empowerment. Patrice Malloy is a certified QuickBooks and Xero Software Pro Advisor, licensed insurance broker, and financial a...
2023-08-21
17 min
The Truth About Burnout
Unraveling Financial Stress and Healing from Burnout - A Conversation with Patrice Malloy
In this episode Avery engages in a conversation with Patrice Malloy. Patrice shares her journey of overcoming burnout as a high achiever in the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds. Drawing from her extensive expertise in tax advisory, accounting, and auditing, Patrice discusses the intersection of financial stress and burnout, offering practical strategies for managing money-related stress and cultivating a healthier relationship with finances. You will gain valuable insights into recognizing burnout signs, shifting mindset from scarcity to abundance, and seeking financial empowerment. Patrice Malloy is a certified QuickBooks and Xero Software Pro Advisor, licensed insurance broker, and financial a...
2023-08-21
17 min
Life of a Lightworker Podcast
E50 - A Conversation With Burnout Recovery Coach Avery Thatcher
In this episode I talk to Avery Thatcher, Avery worked as a ICU Registered Nurse, early in her ICU nursing career, Avery observed how chronic stress led patients to ICU. Shifting from reactive medicine in 2015, she built a business aiding high achievers in countering stress's health effects. Despite following effective methods, Avery faced burnout and chronic illness in 2018. Frustration drove deeper research into personal habits, revealing crucial burnout prevention elements. We talked about; -Discussion of formative experiences and their impact. -Introduction to the concept of serving vs. sabotaging emotions....
2023-08-10
50 min
The Truth About Burnout
Rising From the Ashes - The physical effects of emotional trauma with Ashlee Hoelck
Looking for resources to help you recover from burnout and feel less stressed? Go to becomingavery.com to check out our whole free resource library
2023-08-08
14 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Stuck in My Head - The Curse of the High Achiever
There are three main hurdles every high achiever has to learn how to overcome if they want to go from overwhelmed and burnt out into that high performance space where they’re truly creating a positive impact and have the energy, health, focus and motivation to get the most out of their life.
2023-08-03
10 min
The Truth About Burnout
The Dark Side of Productivity: The Curse of the High Achiever
There are three main hurdles every high achiever has to learn how to overcome if they want to go from overwhelmed and burnt out into that high performance space where they’re truly creating a positive impact and have the energy, health, focus and motivation to get the most out of their life.
2023-08-01
10 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Good Thing - the secret to the most effective morning routine
Morning routines are a hot topic especially in the personal development space. I have a different perspective on them, though, and it all starts with a story of me being on a stage with the rest of my junior high band.
2023-07-27
10 min
The Truth About Burnout
Decide Your Destiny - Discussing men's mental health with Kyle Spyrides
Looking for more resources to help you recover from burnout and prevent it from coming back? Go to becomingavery.com
2023-07-25
30 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Like Water Like Earth - creating social change without arguing with a stubborn jackass
I usually share the song for this episode at the end, but I am going to switch things up today to help get us on the same page before we get into it. So before you keep going with this, please listen to the song Like Water, Like Earth by Christa Couture and then come back to me.
2023-07-20
08 min
The Truth About Burnout
Debunking Pop Psychology Unraveling the Truth About Trauma, Stress, and Burnout
There are a lot of misconceptions about trauma, stress, and burnout being perpetuated by pop psychology on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube - and as a super nerd, former ICU RN with extra certifications in how stress, trauma and burnout impact the body - I wanted to clear things up.
2023-07-18
10 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Unfolding - what if you just let go?
We fight to “keep it together” because we’re so terrified of falling apart. What will other people think? What will this mean for us? But what is this thing that we’re terrified of? What if by allowing ourselves to fall apart we’re not actually breaking - but unfolding
2023-07-13
11 min
The Truth About Burnout
Finding a New Path: Healing from the trauma of active duty through film with Tony Lugo
Feeling burnt out? Check out www.becomingavery.com for lots of free resources to help you recover from burnout and optimize your habits so you can elevate your impact.
2023-07-11
23 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Universal Soldier - Why we need to start finding the middle ground
We are constantly being bombarded with questions that divide us, especially with social media and traditional media. But when it comes to things like human rights, religious beliefs and our freedom - do we have to pick a side? My answer? It depends. P.S. the song for this episode is Universal Soldier by Buffy Sainte-Marie
2023-07-06
10 min
The Truth About Burnout
How to be more productive (without burning yourself out)
What would you do with a half hour of extra time each day? If your answer has something to do with sleeping, resting or any kind of activity to take care of yourself - that tells me that you’re likely somewhere on the burnout spectrum that we talked about here. (link to episode 4) If your answer has something to do with getting more things done, then that lets me know that you're likely on the road to burnout as a high achiever. That leads to the ultimate question, doesn’t it? How...
2023-07-04
10 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Somebody Like You
It’s New Year’s Eve and I’m standing on a small stage in a pub holding a bass guitar singing backup on a Keith Urban song with a small group of musicians from the band that I’m in. The crowd is into it, they’re singing along and dancing - everyone, including us, are having a good time. I’ve done this gig for three years in a row, but this time it’s different.
2023-06-29
08 min
The Truth About Burnout
From Silence to Symphony: The Healing Potential of Music for Introverts with Birgit Livesey
Birgit is the creator & host of the Living on the B Side podcast, a place to showcase the power of music through people’s stories. She has been a music lover all her life and in 2018 took the leap to give her passion a voice in the world. Going from introverted teenager in Switzerland to confident Podcast host currently living in Melbourne/Australia, she wants to share her (and others') journey through life with the help of music. When she isn’t on the ‘B Side’, she spends time with her hubby and senior cat Richo, en...
2023-06-26
24 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
*Don't* Take Me To Church
While I will fight for your right to continue to practice whatever organized religion you wish to follow - I myself do not agree with organized religion in this episode I'm going to share a few reasons why.
2023-06-22
12 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Anchors - How to stop holding yourself back
We have all had moments of deep suffering that have taken something from us, and changed our lives. But there is a point where those moments of suffering become anchors, holding us back from becoming who we were meant to be, living the life we were meant to live. Learning how to release our anchors is essential to our ability to move forward with confidence and grace, and in this episode I share the three steps you can take to make this happen.
2023-06-22
13 min
The Truth About Burnout
The 4 burnout subtypes
As it is with so many things, burnout is both simple and not simple at the same time. Absolutely you can either be burnt out, or not burnt out - and to be honest that’s where a lot of people end the conversation. But the truth is there are actually four subtypes of burnout and they are related to the four different kinds of energy that we have. You can either be exclusively experiencing one form of burnout, a combination, or a grand slam with all four subtypes. Knowing which subtype or combination of subtypes of bu...
2023-06-20
09 min
The Truth About Burnout
Canvas of Courage: Unveiling the Power of Art in Overcoming Adversity with Claire and Amaranthia
Claire and Amaranthia are a creative disabled Black mother-daughter duo who develop virtual disability-accessible art shows for BIPOC and LGBT women. Their mission is to help marginalized women and femme creatives gain accessibility and visibility in the arts to facilitate personal healing. The duo is known in their community for their relatively new charitable virtual art event, "Art & Mind." "Art & Mind" collaborates with Brain Arts Org, a non-profit in Boston which supports marginalized artists and creatives. Through documentaries, "Art & Mind" showcases activist artists that utilize various mediums to discuss the importance of art as a healing tool.
2023-06-12
32 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Little Miss - letters to my younger self
The idea for this episode came from a recent episode of Ted Lasso where one of the main characters, Rebecca, is about to do something powerful and scary and huge all at once. And she looks in the mirror before heading out the door and she sees the five year old version of herself smiling back at her. It got me thinking… What would I want the younger version of myself to know? If I could write a letter to the younger versions of me, what would I say? Dear five-year-old me, we ma...
2023-06-08
13 min
The Truth About Burnout
The Truth About Burnout
Burnout is not only a new trendy buzzword, it’s actually an experience that is becoming more and more common especially after the global pandemic. In fact, according to a recent survey this year, 59% of employees report feeling burned out, which is up from 13.5% just two years ago. But what is burnout? How to know if you’re burned out? What causes to it? And how do we recover? I’m going to be answering all of those questions here.
2023-06-08
13 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Fight Outta You - how to stand up each time life knocks you down
Feeling down and out, like life's throwing you too many punches? This is for you.
2023-06-01
13 min
The Truth About Burnout
What to Expect
My goal for this podcast is to dig down to the deeper truth about burnout, what causes it, what it feels like, and most importantly, how we can recover from burnout and then prevent it from ever happening again. The truth is, it's really difficult to solve a problem using the same mindset that created it in the first place, so on this podcast we also dive into the ancient wisdom of Vedic and Taoist principles to learn how to live intentionally, calmly, and healthfully from a time where burnout wasn't a thing. Tap that subscribe button...
2023-05-26
05 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Sun Comes Up - finding hope I didn't even realize I had lost
Have you ever had that moment where you suddenly feel like the clouds have parted, the sun in warming your face again and you have some of your hope restored? Hope that you didn't even realize you had lost? That's exactly what happened to me recently and in this week's episode I tell you what happened and give you the perfect song to dance to and help bring out this feeling. Because the hope you’re searching for might be just around the corner like it was for me.
2023-05-25
12 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
The War - please keep fighting, I want to meet you someday
Trigger Warning: suicidal ideation, secondary suicide, self-harm, drugs, opioid crisis When it gets dark and all feels too much, please keep fighting for yourself. I want to meet you someday, so don't go anywhere until then. For crisis line information in your country please look here: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines
2023-05-18
12 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Feel Good - how to rekindle enthusiasm for your daily routine
2023-05-11
10 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Breathe - how to rescue yourself
At the beginning of this year, I was getting pretty excited that this would be the year I was going to change my name legally and fully become Avery. But I hesitated, and last night in my journaling session I discovered why.
2023-05-04
08 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Looking Too Closely - double standards we hold ourselves to
I am the queen of double standards. It’s easy for me to excuse forgetfulness, mistakes, or the harmful words and actions of others and say “well they’re just doing the best they can.” But when it comes to the times that I forget, that I made a mistake, that I said something wrong or hurtful, or that I did something I know I shouldn’t have done - well … I can be terrible to myself. Can you relate?
2023-04-27
10 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
You're Going to Be Okay - don't tell me I'm resilient
“I don’t know what you’re going through, but I’m sending you some love. I know we don’t know each other, and I know it may not be easy, but I do know you will figure out a way to get through this.” I chose my words very carefully because: number one, I know the power of words and the importance of meaning what you say and saying what you mean. And number two: I hate being told “you’re stronger than you know.” Let me tell you why.
2023-04-20
09 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Brave - I have a confession
I have a confession to make. To be honest so far I’ve been playing it safe. Sharing carefully crafted vulnerable stories is a safe space for me. In this episode, though, I’m going to share my opinion on something that might be a bit controversial. And that scares the shit out of me. My inner people pleaser who doesn’t like to rock the boat is not a fan of what I’m about to talk about - but I’m going to do it scared, because that’s what I do.
2023-04-13
11 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Let Me Hurt - the only way out is through
I have a lantern tattoo on my right arm, and although it is beautiful, my favorite part is that the glass in the lantern is broken. The little winding cracks in the glass are very intentional and I want to share why.
2023-04-06
10 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Lighter Than A Stone - from resentment to acceptance
In this episode I share a very vulnerable moment of me fully experiencing the loss, grief, shame, guilt and resentment of the effects of having a chronic illness and disability. I share the thing that shifted for me to help me to move forward, as well as the song that inspired the change.
2023-03-30
09 min
Tea Time with Bri
260. How to Prevent and Overcome Burnout w/ Avery Thatcher
Today I'm so excited to have the amazing Avery Thatcher with us to talk about how to prevent and overcome burnout! Avery Thatcher is a former ICU Registered Nurse who got out of the reactive side of medicine in 2015 and has been helping high achievers reverse the negative health effects of stress and prevent burnout. Using her signature Flow State Framework in her group programs and one-on-one sessions, Avery has guided hundreds of high achievers on how to Recover their energy, Optimize their habits, and Elevate their impact. In this episode, we...
2023-03-24
26 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Affirmations - Finding My Voice
Do you have a childhood memory that haunts you? One that keeps you stuck? One that you wish you could move past? In this episode I share one of those childhood memories that had held me back for the majority of my life - and the moment that shattered that unhelpful belief and allowed me to start finding my voice.
2023-03-23
08 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Affirmations - finding my voice
Do you have a childhood memory that haunts you? One that keeps you stuck? One that you wish you could move past? In this episode I share one of those childhood memories that had held me back for the majority of my life - and the moment that shattered that unhelpful belief and allowed me to start finding my voice.
2023-03-23
08 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Weddings and Funerals - two questions I ask myself every morning
In this episode I share the two questions I ask myself every morning, and the reasons why - along with a beautiful song that reminds me how to have no regrets when I'm at the end of my life.
2023-03-16
07 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Weddings and Funerals - two questions I ask myself each morning
In this episode I share the two questions I ask myself every morning, and the reasons why - along with a beautiful song that reminds me how to have no regrets when I'm at the end of my life.
2023-03-16
07 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
I Shall Be Free - Finding Everyday Magic
Have you ever had a moment in your life that felt sparkly? Magical? In this episode I share a few of those moments with you, as well as the song I use to spark the magic again if I feel I'm getting caught up in the hustle and grind of day-to-day life.
2023-03-09
08 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
I Shall Be Free - opening ourselves to sparkly moments
Have you ever had a moment in your life that felt sparkly? Magical? In this episode I share a few of those moments with you, as well as the song I use to spark the magic again if I feel I'm getting caught up in the hustle and grind of day-to-day life.
2023-03-09
08 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Leave a Light On - lessons from my biggest mistake
They say we learn from our mistakes - and this mistake still haunts me. Although I did learn from this mistake, it's what happened afterwards that provided the greater life lesson - and one that I will carry with me forever. Song mentioned in this episode: Leave a Light On by Tom Walker Let's chat! @BecomingAvery
2023-03-02
07 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Leave a Light On - the mistake that haunts me
They say we learn from our mistakes - and this mistake still haunts me. Although I did learn from this mistake, it's what happened afterwards that provided the greater life lesson - and one that I will carry with me forever. Song mentioned in this episode: Leave a Light On by Tom Walker Let's chat! @BecomingAvery
2023-03-02
07 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Trust Fall - learning how to let go and trust
I am the kind of person that can listen to the same song over and over and over - because the sound, the melody and the music perfectly align with how I'm feeling in that moment. Are you like that to? The song that's really resonating right now is called Trustfall by P!nk It really taps into my struggle with letting go - with surrendering and trusting. The truth is my trust has been damaged so many times over my life that it takes a lot of fear-work to be a...
2023-02-28
09 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
Trust Fall - I hope I'm not the only one
I am the kind of person that can listen to the same song over and over and over - because the sound, the melody and the music perfectly align with how I'm feeling in that moment. Are you like that to? The song that's really resonating right now is called Trustfall by P!nk It really taps into my struggle with letting go - with surrendering and trusting. The truth is my trust has been damaged so many times over my life that it takes a lot of fear-work to be a...
2023-02-28
09 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
What to expect
Two game-changers for life: Objectivity Music Each episode is going to combine both of those by sharing some of the most pivotal moments in my life along with the piece of music that unlocked my next layer of healing. Thanks for joining me. Instagram: https://instagram.com/becomingavery Website: https://becomingavery.com l7Pa8kQFsR2c1riB21sQ
2023-02-13
02 min
Inner Stillness Outer Chaos
What to expect
Two game-changers for life: Objectivity Music Each episode is going to combine both of those by sharing some of the most pivotal moments in my life along with the piece of music that unlocked my next layer of healing. Thanks for joining me. Instagram: https://instagram.com/becomingavery Website: https://becomingavery.com
2023-02-13
02 min
Caregiver Chronicles
Becoming Avery (with special guest Avery Thatcher)
In this episode, Sarah speaks with former nurse Avery Thatcher about her work as a caregiver and how burnout influenced her caregiver journey. Burnout Prevention and Recovery for the Highly Sensitive High Achiever (becomingavery.com) Remember, we are affiliated with AngelSense. If you are looking for a GPS tracker to help with a family member who may be an elopement risk, please check out AngelSense at https://www.angelsense.com/?ref=sarahstelmachbrown Check out our sponsor http://www.favor-ct.org Please like share and subscribe to our podcast, also if you...
2023-02-13
44 min
Healing Business
59. Managing burnout for HSPs with Avery Thatcher
Share your thoughts with us (click here)Eventually, too much stress on your body over a long period of time can cause you to burn out.In this episode, Avery will share her life journey on how she was able to fight burnout and found profound strategies that work best, especially for HSPs.00:00 - Intro04:10 - A lot of known strategies are only band-aid solutions04:35 - Let's talk about Stress Curve05:35 - 3 different stages of stress07:20 - HSPs are more prone to become people pleasers09:10 - An effective...
2023-02-08
22 min