In this episode, I explore a crucial topic shaping healthcare today - caretaker fatigue. Join me as I delve into an enlightening conversation with my dear friend and Executive Coach, Catherine Wood.  Cat shares invaluable insights about balancing work-life commitments and the importance of recognizing and meeting our personal needs for sustainable career longevity.  Even if you feel like you've heard all there is about burnout, I promise this conversation brings fresh perspectives and tangible steps you can incorporate in your daily life.  In today’s episode, we talk about: How to caretake without losing yourselfThe sneaky patterns in caretakingHow to stop putting yourself lastSetting boundaries that take care of YOU If you liked this video, also check out: Navigating NP Burnout with Cait DonovanNurse Practitioner Stress, Burnout and Compassion FatigueWhen You Want To Give Up as a Nurse Practitioner Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:43 Discussing Caretaker Fatigue 01:18 Meet Catherine Wood 02:32 The Impact of the Pandemic on Caregivers 03:41 Caregiving and Burnout 05:16 Burnout Prevention 05:56 Caretaking and Codependency 06:53 Caretaking in Relationships 07:56 Meeting Your Own Needs 13:41 Overcoming Caretaking Habits 28:45 Understanding Your Needs 29:41 The Impact of Ignoring Your Needs 31:21 The Journey of Self-Discovery 34:36 Boundaries 34:54 Building Self-Trust 38:26 Nonviolent Communication 44:50 The Challenge of Change in Relationships 54:29 Transparency in Communication Read the blog post here. _______________________________ © 2023 Real World NP. For educational and informational purposes only, see realworldnp.com/disclaimer for full details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.