In this episode, Vandghie discusses the link between perimenopause, burnout, and women in business.
Factors contributing to burnout in women in business:
- Unequal burden of domestic work
Imposter syndrome and perfectionismLack of work-life balance and flexibilityGender gap and underrepresentation in leadership positionsDifficulty setting boundaries and saying noInternalizing societal expectationsPerimenopause and its contribution to burnout:
- Fluctuating hormones leading to disrupted sleep, fatigue, and decreased energy
Increased sensitivity to stressPhysical symptoms like hot flashes, weight gain, and brain fogMental and emotional changes like mood swings, anxiety, and memory lapsesLoss of confidence and identitySleep disturbancesShifting perspectives on burnout:
- Moving away from wearing burnout as a badge of honor or feeling ashamed about it
Recognizing that women can play by different rules than men in business- Be mindful of burnout and its signs
Practice self-care, including proper sleep, nutrition, and stress managementConsider working with a hormone health coachShare the episode with other women in business- 00:00 - Introduction and host bio
04:32 - Sharing a personal story about moving and house renovations08:23 - Introduction to the topic of burnout09:23 - Three factors contributing to burnout in women in business:- Unequal burden of domestic work (10:04)
Workplace dynamics and gender gap (14:34)Individual factors like perfectionism and lack of boundaries (18:42)23:32 - Perimenopause and its impact on burnout- Fluctuating hormones (23:54)
Increased stress sensitivity (26:38)Physical symptoms (27:24)Mental and emotional changes (29:12)Loss of confidence and identity (30:40)Sleep disturbances (31:38)33:12 - Shifting perspectives on burnout35:32 - Actions to take: mindfulness, self-care, and hormone health coaching38:22 - Call to action: share the episode and learn more about working with the host40:08 - Closing remarksIf you'd like to learn more about working with me, you can read more here or send me a mail on [email protected]. Let's make 2024 your best year in business yet.