Summary

In this episode of Fridays 4 Fundraising, Kelly shares insights on managing fundraiser burnout by understanding the physiological stress response and practical techniques to stay resilient.

Links

• Check Out Donorbox
• Request a Discovery Call
• Sign up for How To Fundraise Without Burning Out workshop

Takeaways

• Burnout is the freeze response, a physiological reaction to stress.
• Managing stress involves making your body feel safe through physical and social activities.
• Understanding the physicality of stress is crucial for long-term resilience.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Fridays 4 Fundraising

02:40 Understanding Fundraiser Burnout

05:19 Physiological Responses to Stress

08:14 Strategies for Managing Stress

10:58 Building a Burnout Recovery Action Plan

13:51 Workshop Invitation and Conclusion

Keywords

fundraiser burnout, stress management, nonprofit, sustainable fundraising, mental health, stress response, burnout recovery, Kelly McLaughlin, DonorBox, fundraising tips