What does it really take to reinvent yourself after hitting rock bottom? In this transformative episode of The Peakality Podcast, we sit down with Laurie Reid—senior behavioral health leader, Navy veteran, and international addiction specialist—to explore the human side of transition, burnout, healing, and leadership. Lori opens up about her journey through personal loss and professional reinvention, sharing practical strategies for navigating change, building resilience, and finding your true north—whether you’re a veteran, therapist, leader, or anyone seeking a fresh start.

 

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The real impact of burnout post-pandemic—and how to recognize it in yourself or your team

• Practical tools for managing stress and daily overwhelm (hint: it’s more than just breathing and journaling!)

• How to navigate tough transitions, whether leaving the military, changing careers, or facing major life shifts

• Why self-advocacy and giving yourself grace are essential (and what “grace” actually looks like)

• How the systems and people around us shape our healing—and how to choose the right community

• Smart strategies for finding the right therapist or support, and why you should “interview” your providers

• Insights from Lori’s deeply personal journey—from divorce and loss to rebuilding self-trust, community, and purpose

 

Laurie’s story isn’t just about professional expertise—it’s about living the advice she gives. From the F-14 flight deck to therapy rooms and organizational boardrooms, Laurie shares the raw, real-life moments that shaped her, the practical mindset shifts she uses, and the importance of finding your tribe during hardship. This is an empowering conversation for anyone feeling stuck or seeking a way forward.

 

If you’re ready to break through burnout, embrace new chapters, and develop resilience, this episode is your next step.

 

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Introduction & Laurie Reid’s Background 

02:29 – Navigating Military & Major Life Transitions 

05:27 – Choosing New Life Paths & Career Insights 

09:31 – Burnout: Recognizing, Preventing, and Addressing It 12:34 – How to Advocate for Yourself (Patient & Therapist Perspective) 

13:31 – Choosing and Interviewing the Right Therapist 

19:39 – What It Really Takes to Heal Organizations 

23:16 – The Power of Leadership in Healing Systems 

28:17 – Lori’s Personal Journey: Loss, Divorce & Recovery 

33:06 – Building a Supportive Community & Vulnerability 

38:14 – “Doing the Work”: Journaling, Meditation, Daily Wellness 

42:59 – Embracing Human Experience & Giving Yourself Grace 

44:25 – Final Words & Inspiration from Laurie Reid

 

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