Are you a practitioner struggling to balance patient care with your own health needs? In this mini episode, Dr. Aimie looks at the biology behind the Spoon Theory and how practitioners can manage their own health while helping others heal. She answers a listener’s question about why she feels drained after certain client sessions and the actionable steps she can take to keep her energy levels up. 

Dr. Aimie’s will build on her conversation with Helga Byrne from Episode 118, where they discussed navigating professional responsibilities while managing personal health challenges.

You’ll hear more on:

• What the Spoon Theory is 
• How trauma impacts the body’s mitochondria
• What happens to the your cells when you go into overwhelm 
• Why practitioners experience brain fog and fatigue while helping others
• How your nervous system sends signals to either boost or reduce your energy levels throughout the day
• Practical ways to manage your “spoons” of every daily 

If you're struggling to manage your energy while caring for others, this episode will provide insights on how to maintain energy levels while still being an effective practitioner.

If you’d like to go deeper into this topic, listen to the full conversation with Helga Byrne on Episode 118: How Practitioners Can Navigate Their Own Chronic Illness & Healing Journey.