Create a Cozy Space in Your Mind- Pause for a quick Rapid Recharge Lab Session with me.

Your internal space deserves comfort too. Negative self-talk can create heavy feelings, but with a simple reframe, you can build a lighter, more harmonious mental space. 

Here’s how:

💭 Step 1: Notice the thought.

💭 Step 2: Pause and ask yourself, “How can I reframe this with kindness?”

💭 Step 3: Try one of these examples:

Reframe: “I’m doing my best, and my best is enough for today.”

Reframe: “I’m learning through these experiences, and every step is part of my growth.”

Reframe: “Rest is not earned—it’s essential. Taking care of myself helps me show up fully.”

Take a deep breath, and feel the shift as your inner space becomes cozy, calm, and supportive.

Need more comfort? 

Download our guide to creating a cozy space at home AND join us for our Monthly UnVeiler Kaleidoscope Support Community this Sunday, Dec. 22, at 2 PM CST.

Together, we’ll explore more tools to nurture your well-being this winter season. 

📥 Download the guide: 

https://energize.whittingtonwellbeing.com/products/courses/view/1177695 

#MindfulReframe #WinterWellBeing #CozyMindSpace

✨ Grief, burnout, and the holidays... it's a powerful mix that so many of us face in different ways.

In this special 4-episode series on Beyond Chronic Burnout, we’re diving deep into these topics with incredible guests:

💬 Samantha Pickering on the layers of grief, child loss and navigating complex emotions

🎨 Peta O’Brien Day on rediscovering creativity and joy after the loss of a spouse & burnout

💛 Kate Rylander on honoring grief as love and creating space for healing.

💡 Carole Jean Whittington on how neurodivergent grief intersects with burnout.

From understanding grief as love to finding practical ways to care for yourself during tough times, this series is packed with insights, real stories, and supportive strategies to help you navigate this season.

🎧 Catch all 4 episodes now on your favorite podcast platform or watch on YouTube!

💬 Which episode resonated with you the most? Let us know in the comments below!

#BeyondChronicBurnout #GriefAndBurnout #NeurodivergentGrief #HolidayHealing #PodcastSeries

Grief is complex, and for neurodivergent and disabled individuals, it often shows up in unique ways. In this bonus episode, Carole Jean Whittington—host of Beyond Chronic Burnout—shares her expertise on the intersection of grief and burnout, especially for neurodivergent folks.

From the loss of a loved one to the grief of letting go of a career, an identity, or even family relationships, Carole Jean explores how grief and burnout often overlap. She offers practical strategies to care for yourself during the holiday season, reminding us that grief is a valid and natural response to love and change.

Key Topics:

Tune in for practical advice and heartfelt insights to help you navigate grief this season.

🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington: 

Take the Spicy Pepper Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/ 

Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and discover if you are in burnout or not, and if so, what’s your burnout level from a Poblano Pepper Level 1, where there’s just a bit of heat up to the Ghost Pepper Level 5 when “you’re so hot, you’re not.”

Take the Quiz: https://energize.whittingtonwellbeing.com/products/courses/view/1155744 

🔗 Links from the show:

https://www.thetappingsolution.com/2021tws/reg/fbad/new-access-g.php?utm_source=google-paid&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=21933004755-171665371395&utm_content=722632802830&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsOq6BhDuARIsAGQ4-zj8yQ7uw586OIeNGcp86LRZVhEKmy8cvIdk2yXgyYnjHSyV-1rH2D8aAiJSEALw_wcB 

Grief and burnout often go hand in hand, and they can feel overwhelming during the holiday season.

In this compassionate conversation, mental health counselor and grief specialist Kate Rylander explores the ways grief and burnout intersect, especially for neurodivergent and disabled individuals.

Kate’s work through HonoringX, an organization supporting parents grieving child loss, emphasizes the healing power of connection, community, and creativity.

She shares her own journey of grief and how practices like journaling, meditation, and setting boundaries have transformed the way she supports herself and others.

Key Topics:

Tune in for a heartfelt conversation filled with practical tools, gentle reminders, and a sense of hope this holiday season.

🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington: 

Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/ 

🔗 Connect with Kate Rylander: 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/kate-rylander-lawrence-ks/278733 

The holidays can bring joy, but for those navigating grief, they often amplify the pain of loss. 

In this heartfelt conversation, Life Coach and Grief Educator Samantha Pickering shares her journey after the devastating loss of her son, Thomas.

Samantha opens up about the challenges of grief during the holidays, societal expectations around grieving, and the tools she uses to support herself and others.

Discover how sensory connections, movement, and sound can create healing spaces for those grieving.

Samantha also introduces her Grief Support Boxes, thoughtfully crafted to bring connection and comfort to those in pain. 

Whether you’re navigating grief yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers practical tools, compassionate insights, and gentle reminders that you are not alone.

Key Topics:

🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington: 

Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/ 

🔗 Connect with Samantha Pickering: 

https://www.vilomahsolace.com/ 

Tune in to find support and connection this holiday season.
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Grief changes us in profound ways—and for neurodivergent and disabled folks, it can be even more overwhelming.

In this episode, brand messaging strategist and podcast host Peta O’Brien Day shares her story of navigating grief after the loss of her husband and the burnout that followed.

Peta’s journey took her from youth work to a creative career in copywriting, but it wasn’t easy.

She talks about rediscovering joy, finding authenticity in her work, and the practical tools she uses to manage stress. Her story is a testament to the power of creativity and connection, especially in the face of loss.

Key Topics:

Whether you’re navigating your own grief or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers hope, healing, and practical advice.

🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington: 

Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/ 

🔗 Connect with Peta O’Brien Day: 

Website: https://wordsbypeta.com

The Soap Box Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dyv7Tbb4mzBe3y6cCZSLi?si=2fcb724edf0b4955

Struggling to balance burnout and fulfillment in the workplace? This episode explores how autistic individuals can find deeper purpose, foster meaningful connections, and create neuro-inclusive work environments. 

Join A.J. Locashio and Jessica Jahns from Umbrella Alliance US as they share their personal journeys through burnout, the power of interdependence, and how building trust and support can transform professional spaces into communities of connection and resilience.

🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington: 

Take the Spicy Pepper Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/ 

🔗 Connect with A.J. Locashio & Jessica Jahns: 

AJ : https://dot.cards/ajlocashio

Jessica: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicajahns/

Is “balance” an elusive goal? Join us as visual artist and writer Coco Stroppelli reveals her journey from self-discovery to thriving as a neurodivergent entrepreneur. 

In this episode, Coco challenges traditional work norms and shares insights into crafting a life of harmony rather than balance. Discover how to create accessible workspaces, an accessible life, embrace creative resilience, and redefine success in a world built for neurotypical minds.

🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington: 

Take the Spicy Pepper Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/ 

Connect with Coco Stroppelli: 

Website and shophttps://cocomoino.comCoco on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/coco.moino/ 

Personal website, biography, speakinghttps://corinnestoppelli.com/ 

Autistic burnout is real, relentless, and rarely addressed. Join us as Becca Lory Hector, an autistic DEIB advocate and workplace consultant, reveals her personal journey through burnout and the groundbreaking strategies she's developed to support neurodivergent individuals in demanding workplaces. 

Discover why outdated work structures need a major overhaul and how self-advocacy, boundaries, and energy management can transform the workplace experience for everyone. If you're seeking insights on preventing burnout while fostering a culture of true inclusivity, this episode is for you.

🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington: 

Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/ 

🔗 Connect with Becca Lorry Hector:

Book:https://www.amazon.com/Always-Bring-Your-Sunglasses-Invalidation/dp/B0D225G7QH/ref=sr_1_1? 

Course: https://theauthorincubator.lpages.co/self-defined-living/ 

Website: https://www.trulyinclusiveleadership.com/  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beccalorycas/  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeccaLoryCAS  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beccaloryhector/ 

In this live episode, we're joined by internationally recognized recruiter and professional speaker, Dan Roth, as he shares his unique insights on anxiety and depression, and self-care during career transitions and growth—whether you're a job seeker or an HR professional. 

Known for his powerful storytelling and dynamic speaking style, Dan draws on his personal journey from trials to triumph to offer a fresh perspective on avoiding burnout in the fast-paced world of work.

We dive into essential topics like:

Join us for this engaging conversation that includes a live Q&A, as we explore strategies to maintain mental health, embrace your unique strengths, and navigate the workplace with more ease and resilience. 

Whether you're navigating job searches or managing the hiring process, this episode is packed with practical advice on thriving without burning out.

🔗 Connect with Carole Jean Whittington: 

Take the Spicy Pepper Burnout Quiz and explore Carole Jean's new book 'Unleashing Sustainable Energy' at Whittington Well-Being's website: https://whittingtonwellbeing.com/ 

🔗 Connect with Dan Roth: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentalhealthmotivated/ 

https://danrothconsulting.my.canva.site/professionalprofile