In this podcast, we welcome Shannon Swales, to explore the impact of burnout on teachers and leaders. Shannon shares her personal journey of experiencing severe burnout in 2021 after years as a registered psychologist in Australia.

She discusses the shame and stigma surrounding mental illness and burnout, particularly for those in caring professions like teaching. Shannon emphasizes the emotional toll of compassion fatigue and the importance of finding trusted individuals to confide in during times of struggle.

We also dive into practical recovery strategies from Shannon's book, Nothing Left to Give, which focuses on recognising the early signs of burnout and taking proactive steps toward healing. Shannon highlights the need for more than just rest, with recovery rooted in sleep, nutrition, movement, and seeking professional help.

She encourages mindfulness, journaling, and self-compassion as powerful tools for personal growth and emotional recovery, offering listeners actionable tips to prevent burnout and make sustainable changes for improved well-being.

Connect with Shannon's work via www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com, by reading her burnout memoir - Nothing Left to Give: A Psychologist's Path Back www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/buy-my-book, exploring her blog - 'Lessons From a Burnt Out Psychologist' - www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/blog, or social media pages @burnoutpsychologysupport
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