23. Client Files: Carrie B's journey from "a dark place" to loving life (while staying in nursing!)
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In this episode we dive into:
Carrie’s Journey:
- Struggled with substance abuse, confusion about purpose, and frustration with motherhood and nursing.
- Faced burnout in balancing her son’s special needs, a demanding nursing career, and neglecting her own needs.
The Transformation:
- Gained clarity and embraced self-care, travel, and trying new things.
- Established boundaries at work and improved communication with her team for a better nursing experience.
- Invested in yoga practice, Reiki training, and engaging her multifaceted identity beyond caregiving.
Steps to Change:
- Prioritized self-care and set boundaries.
- Explored personal growth through yoga and energy work.
- Learned to balance motherhood, career, and personal fulfillment.
Carrie's Highly Recommended Resources:
- Yoga 101– My tried and true "for nurses by a nurse" intro to yoga program!
- Whole Life Health and Happiness – A full on 12 part lifestyle tune up! Great for a new year!
- Rest + Restore Yoga – Relax, recharge, and restore your nurse nervous system!