Episode 500: Burnout and Mindfulness with Ted Meissner

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PTSD and Beyond Podcast Episode 500: Mindfulness and Burnout with Ted Meissner

In today’s special 500th episode of the PTSD and Beyond Podcast, we celebrate this incredible milestone with a heartfelt conversation about a topic impacting so many: mindfulness and burnout. Burnout isn’t just about exhaustion—it’s about disconnection, imbalance, and the longing to reclaim our lives.

Join Dr. Deb and Ted Meissner, mindfulness practitioner and educator, as they dive deep into the intersection of mindfulness and burnout recovery. Together, they explore how mindfulness can transform stress, prevent burnout, and foster resilience in our fast-paced, high-demand world.

With over two decades of experience, Ted brings evidence-based practices, practical tools, and a compassionate perspective to this conversation. Whether you’re feeling stretched thin, seeking balance, or simply curious about mindfulness, this episode is for you.

Key Topics:

• Understanding burnout: What it is, why it happens, and how mindfulness can help.
• The science of mindfulness: How mindfulness rewires the nervous system and promotes resilience.
• Practical mindfulness practices: Techniques to create balance, reduce stress, and prevent burnout.
• Integrating mindfulness into daily life: Simple ways to build a sustainable, mindful practice.
• The journey of healing: Why self-compassion is key in recovery from burnout.

Key Takeaways:

• Burnout stems from prolonged stress and disconnection. Mindfulness helps restore balance and presence.
• Practical tools like breath awareness and body scans are powerful for managing stress and preventing burnout.
• Mindfulness isn’t about perfection; it’s about creating small, consistent practices that fit your life.
• Self-compassion is essential for healing. Be kind to yourself as you navigate burnout recovery.
• Building resilience takes time, but with mindfulness, it’s a journey worth taking.

Affirmations for Your Journey:

• “I honor my well-being and prioritize my needs with compassion.”
• “I release the pressure to be perfect and embrace the power of presence.”
• “I take small, mindful steps toward balance and resilience each day.”

If today’s episode resonated with you, please share it with others who might benefit and subscribe, like, and leave a review. Thank you for being part of our journey—500 episodes and counting!

And remember, we’re better together, we’re stronger together, and take what resonates and GO BEYOND!

In Love and Healing,
Dr. Deb

To connect with Ted Meissner:

Website - Mindfulness.voyage

Website - The Mindfulness Network

To connect with Dr. Deb Lindh:

Website - Dr. Deb Lindh

Website - PTSDandBeyond

X (formerly known as Twitter) - @DebraLindh

X (formerly known as Twitter) - @PTSDandBeyond

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