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#009 Rita‘s Journey Through Burnout
CW depression, anxiety, mom rage
In this week’s episode, we talk with Rita, a regular stressed-out working mom, who made the difficult decision to take a leave of absence from work due to burnout, anxiety, and depression. Rita shares her feelings of guilt, and shame. We talk about anxiety, depression, burnout, mom rage, self-care, and admitting you need help.
Topics Discussed:
(0:00) Introductions
(2:07) Stressed out Mom in the Making: Rita talks about how she became a stressed out mom to begin with, which includes hormonal changes, PCOS, infertility, two pregnancies, a husband going back to school, anxiety and depression.
(10:27) Becoming a Momster: Rita describes going to work and day and coming home feeling angry. She found herself wishing time away. Feeling overworked, and tired, Rita was giving so much of herself at work, then had nothing left to give. She struggled until she reached her breaking point, and realized that she was experiencing burnout.
(20:49) Taking time off work: Rita finally took some time away from work, but this is where the real work began. Rita discusses her feelings of guilt for taking time off, and what she did during this time to help her heal.
(26:45) Rita Hates Yoga. We discuss the reasons why so many people find yoga helpful, but also, the idea that you need to find what feels right for you.
(33:20) Building a Support Network: Rita talks about her support network, how her husband and co-workers supported during this time. We talk about finding the right people, including the right therapist.
(43:11) The Motherload: Rita talks about how difficult it was to admit that she couldn't handle it all. She was keeping it together at work, but not at home. We discuss the mental load of motherhood, and the toll that the pandemic is taking on women.
(50:57) Teachable moments: We ponder how to take these moments when we aren't our best selves as parents, and turn them into teachable moments.
(53:46) Rita’s advice: Rita shares her advice for people supporting those through burnout.
Links to Resources:
What is PCOS
What is Burnout
What is CBT
Access CBT for free in Ontario & Manitoba
About Rita:
Rita was a stressed out mom who was struggling through the daily grind of life. When the compounding events of work and family life led to burnout, Rita took a leave from her job in an effort to heal. For the first time publicly, Rita opens up about being diagnosed with anxiety and depression, and how to overcome feelings of guilt and shame that surround mental health.
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Email: [email protected]
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By Jen & Tesha, Women in Progress MediaCW depression, anxiety, mom rage
In this week’s episode, we talk with Rita, a regular stressed-out working mom, who made the difficult decision to take a leave of absence from work due to burnout, anxiety, and depression. Rita shares her feelings of guilt, and shame. We talk about anxiety, depression, burnout, mom rage, self-care, and admitting you need help.
Topics Discussed:
(0:00) Introductions
(2:07) Stressed out Mom in the Making: Rita talks about how she became a stressed out mom to begin with, which includes hormonal changes, PCOS, infertility, two pregnancies, a husband going back to school, anxiety and depression.
(10:27) Becoming a Momster: Rita describes going to work and day and coming home feeling angry. She found herself wishing time away. Feeling overworked, and tired, Rita was giving so much of herself at work, then had nothing left to give. She struggled until she reached her breaking point, and realized that she was experiencing burnout.
(20:49) Taking time off work: Rita finally took some time away from work, but this is where the real work began. Rita discusses her feelings of guilt for taking time off, and what she did during this time to help her heal.
(26:45) Rita Hates Yoga. We discuss the reasons why so many people find yoga helpful, but also, the idea that you need to find what feels right for you.
(33:20) Building a Support Network: Rita talks about her support network, how her husband and co-workers supported during this time. We talk about finding the right people, including the right therapist.
(43:11) The Motherload: Rita talks about how difficult it was to admit that she couldn't handle it all. She was keeping it together at work, but not at home. We discuss the mental load of motherhood, and the toll that the pandemic is taking on women.
(50:57) Teachable moments: We ponder how to take these moments when we aren't our best selves as parents, and turn them into teachable moments.
(53:46) Rita’s advice: Rita shares her advice for people supporting those through burnout.
Links to Resources:
What is PCOS
What is Burnout
What is CBT
Access CBT for free in Ontario & Manitoba
About Rita:
Rita was a stressed out mom who was struggling through the daily grind of life. When the compounding events of work and family life led to burnout, Rita took a leave from her job in an effort to heal. For the first time publicly, Rita opens up about being diagnosed with anxiety and depression, and how to overcome feelings of guilt and shame that surround mental health.
Want to be a guest on the show?
Email: [email protected]
Follow us onInstagramFacebookTikTokSupport the show for as little as $6 on Patreon and access exclusive content