<p>In this episode of the Curious Freedom podcast, host Kirsty Farrugia interviews Kate Johnson about burnout and self-advocacy. They discuss the signs of burnout, its impact on our bodies and relationships, and strategies for recognising and managing burnout. Kate also shares her three-step approach to self-advocacy: reflect, regulate, and respond. They explore the importance of prioritising our needs, challenging our mindsets, and modelling self-advocacy for others. </p><br><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li>Burnout can manifest as physical and emotional exhaustion, difficulty sleeping, heightened sensitivity, and strained relationships.</li><li>The three-step approach to self-advocacy: reflect on the situation, regulate your body and emotions, and respond thoughtfully and intentionally.</li><li>Slowing down, recognising our needs, and prioritising self-care is essential for preventing burnout and maintaining well-being.</li><li>It is important to challenge societal expectations and mindsets that prioritise productivity over self-care and to treat ourselves with kindness and compassion.</li><li>Modeling self-advocacy and empowering others to recognise and communicate their needs can lead to healthier relationships and a more balanced life.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Kate Johnson is a counsellor, project manager, and advocate for neurodiverse individuals and their families. She co-hosts the Average Advocate Podcast, sharing stories and amplifying voices to empower women and families.</p><br><p><strong>The resources mentioned in this episode are:</strong></p><p><strong>●</strong> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3DLlSWZsI0PagV3ObYEmit?si=552ab5cec1914e51&nd=1&dlsi=0ce4fde9437d4d58" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Average Advocate Podcast</a></p><br><p><strong>Join our community </strong></p><p><strong>● </strong>Follow us on <a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/6176cbf9b67d9b26eff7eefb/episodes/www.instagram.com/curious_freedom" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> & <a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/6176cbf9b67d9b26eff7eefb/episodes/www.facebook.com/curiousfreedom" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a></p><p><strong>● </strong>Join our Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/813506716374839" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">group</a></p><p><strong>● </strong>Leave a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-art-of-decluttering/id1255038682#see-all/reviews" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcast</a></p><p><strong>Thanks to our incredible sound engineer, Kris Wright from Mumble & Pop.</strong></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
