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Why this episode matters (and why it’s different)
This week, as the government shutdown unfolded, I sat down to record one of my most honest and vulnerable episodes yet. I share how I’ve personally been navigating the fear, exhaustion, and frustration that so many in public health are feeling right now — and the exact 3 tools I’m using to stay grounded when everything feels uncertain.
If you’ve been wondering, “How much more of this can I take?” — this episode will speak directly to you.
What I open up about
My own moments of wanting to “just pretend everything’s fine” — and how that’s been showing up in my daily life.
The emotional ping-pong between hope, fear, and detachment that’s exhausting so many of us.
The hard truth about why leaving public health might not solve the deeper problem (and what to do instead).
What you’ll learn:
If this episode speaks to you....
Then you’ll love The Overwhelm Solution — happening October 13–17 — where we go deeper into these tools with live training, bonuses, and even a free 1:1 session with me to map out your personal plan.
Learn more and register here: publichealthcoach.com/overwhelm-solution
By Marissa McKool, MPH5
3232 ratings
Why this episode matters (and why it’s different)
This week, as the government shutdown unfolded, I sat down to record one of my most honest and vulnerable episodes yet. I share how I’ve personally been navigating the fear, exhaustion, and frustration that so many in public health are feeling right now — and the exact 3 tools I’m using to stay grounded when everything feels uncertain.
If you’ve been wondering, “How much more of this can I take?” — this episode will speak directly to you.
What I open up about
My own moments of wanting to “just pretend everything’s fine” — and how that’s been showing up in my daily life.
The emotional ping-pong between hope, fear, and detachment that’s exhausting so many of us.
The hard truth about why leaving public health might not solve the deeper problem (and what to do instead).
What you’ll learn:
If this episode speaks to you....
Then you’ll love The Overwhelm Solution — happening October 13–17 — where we go deeper into these tools with live training, bonuses, and even a free 1:1 session with me to map out your personal plan.
Learn more and register here: publichealthcoach.com/overwhelm-solution