4/15/2024 "Stress stacking," also known as "trigger stacking," refers to the accumulation of stressful events or triggers that occur quickly, leading to an extreme reaction to a minor stimulus. Here are some ideas for preventing that response.
2/13/2024 Curiosity is a superpower that many of us are not using as well as we could be as a way to reduce stress in our every day lives.
1/26/2024 Can’t find the time to step away from the treadmill and re-set your priorities? A mini-retreat might be just the thing. Here’s what to expect if you decide to try one.
1/12/2024 There are steps we must take, and assumptions we must reset, to reclaim our most precious resource: Time
11/17/2023 I thought I was safe from the “sitting is the new smoking” alarms because as a pharmacist, I spent the majority of my time standing at work. That was until I read articles about how standing for prolonged periods of time also had significant negative consequences
10/16/2023 We often remind patients of the importance of a good night’s sleep, but many of us neglect our own need for sleep, resulting in feelings of burnout and exhaustion
8/30/2023 As we know, diet is a modifiable factor in burnout risk. Chronic stress influences the amounts and types of foods individuals eat, contributing to excessive eating and under-eating.
7/19/2023 Is your immediate thought about meditation, “I don’t have time?” We always somehow find the time for the things we value. Is it time to put more value on your own well-being?
6/6/2023 As pharmacists, we need to take better care of ourselves so we can be more available to our families, staff and clients. So how do we do this?
5/4/2023 As I’ve matured, I’ve learned that emotional intelligence, building resiliency and being able to regulate myself are extremely important life skills. In this new blog series I hope to share ideas to help you build these skills to manage burnout.
