Unpacking My Journey with Michelle

Episode Summary: In this heartfelt episode, Elaina Mullery reconnects with her dear friend Michelle to discuss a deeply personal journey. After a significant absence from the podcast, Elaina opens up about the serious health challenge she faced over the past few years. This episode is a candid exploration of her path to recovery, emphasising the importance of self care and mindfulness.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Elaina's Absence: Elaina shares the reasons behind her sudden disappearance from the podcast and the serious health challenge she faced, which required her to practice what she preaches about self care and mindfulness.
• Impact on Family and Friends: The discussion delves into how Elaina's health condition affected not only her but also her family and those around her.
• Being a Patient: Elaina reflects on the difficulty of transitioning from a nurse to a patient and the insights gained from this experience.
• Human First: A reminder that nurses and healthcare professionals are human beings first, deserving of the same support and compassion they provide to their patients.
• Transparency and Authenticity: Elaina discusses the struggle with publishing this episode, initially feeling it was self indulgent, but ultimately recognising the importance of authenticity and transparency.

Takeaways:

• The journey of recovery is deeply personal and requires patience and self compassion.
• Nurses and healthcare professionals must remember to prioritise their own wellbeing.
• Sharing personal challenges can foster authenticity and support within the community.

Listen to the Episode: Join Elaina and Michelle in this insightful conversation that highlights the importance of self care and the human side of nursing.

Enjoy the episode and take away valuable lessons on compassion and authenticity.