{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F2569d9be-e11b-4263-9628-17041cbf2930","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Navigating Caregiving, Burnout & Intuition with Carrie Severson","description":"In this powerful episode of SoulSparks, host Saima sits down with Carrie Severson, a writer, speaker, and caregiver, to explore burnout, caregiving, and the power of intuition. Carrie shares her deeply personal journey of advocating for her husband during his cancer battle while also learning how to care for herself.Together, they unpack the challenges of the healthcare system, how caregivers can protect their loved ones, and practical strategies to prevent burnout. If you're feeling overwhelmed\u2014whether as a caregiver, professional, or in daily life\u2014this episode will give you the tools to slow down, listen to yourself, and find balance amid chaos.About Our Guest \u2013 Carrie Severson\u00a0\u00a0Carrie Severson is a writer, speaker, and burnout recovery expert with over a decade of experience in helping others navigate stress, caregiving, and self-care. As a caregiver for her husband during his cancer journey, she learned firsthand how critical it is to trust intuition, set boundaries, and prioritize self-care. She\u2019s passionate about empowering others to prevent burnout and reclaim their well-being.Key Takeaways\u00a0\u00a0\u2705 Trusting Your Intuition \u2013 Your body knows when something is off. Learning to calm your mind and tune into your gut feelings is a key skill for advocacy and self-care. \u2705 Navigating the Healthcare System \u2013 The medical system is a business, and caregivers must be proactive in advocating for their loved ones. Know patient rights, find the right healthcare team, and don\u2019t be afraid to file complaints if necessary. \u2705 Preventing & Recognizing Burnout \u2013 Burnout can show up as chronic stress, difficulty breathing deeply, disrupted sleep, weight gain, or irritability. Recognizing it early allows for faster recovery. \u2705 Simple Tools for Daily Reset \u2013 Incorporate cold therapy, breathwork, and outdoor breaks to reset your nervous system and move out of a constant fight-or-flight state. \u2705 Downshifting Before You Break \u2013 Small moments of stillness, joy, and mindfulness throughout the day help prevent burnout before it takes over. \u2705 Caregiving & Self-Care Can Coexist \u2013 Caregivers must ask for help and find small ways to recharge\u2014even if it's just stretching during a hospital visit.Connect with Carrie Severson\u00a0\u00a0\ud83d\udd39 Instagram: @Carrieseverson \ud83d\udd39 Website: www.carrieseverson.comLoved This Episode? Here\u2019s How You Can Support SoulSparks!\u00a0\u00a0\ud83d\udca1 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations. \ud83d\udca1 Leave a review \u2013 Y","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/cf7e1239-a4b4-4ffd-9c7f-1b6c8527d37f/zmm5ni5qcgc.jpg"}