In this episode of Sheila's Take podcast, host Sheila Dunbar sits down with Jenny Lidle, a nurse with over three decades of experience, to discuss the importance of self-care. Specializing in hospice and end-of-life care, Jenny shares how her personal journey and the unexpected loss of her mother, a fellow nurse, led her to develop the Becoming Method. This framework helps busy professionals manage stress and prioritize self-care. Jenny also talks about her book, 'Self-Care Isn't Selfish: The Compassionate Nurse's Step-by-Step Guide to Stress Relief,' and shares practical strategies for sustainable self-care. Tune in for engaging insights on why self-care is not just permissible but essential for sustainable compassion and effective caregiving.
00:00 Introduction to Self-Care
00:27 Welcome to Sheila's Take
00:55 Meet Jenny Lidle: A Journey in Caregiving
02:47 The Importance of Self-Care in Hospice
06:07 Personal Awakening and the Becoming Method
12:12 Real, Sustainable Self-Care Practices
17:10 The Concept of Grounding
20:11 Overcoming Barriers to Self-Care
21:42 Affordable and Simple Self-Care Tips
25:50 The Importance of a Wins File
29:05 Recognizing and Preventing Burnout
32:46 Lightning Round: Fun and Insightful Questions
34:39 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
To connect with Jenny:
https://www.jennylytle.com/
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