In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck is joined by Dr. Jesseca Tighe, a career and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience as a healthcare executive. Dr. Tighe, who holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, shares her expertise on burnout, helping leaders and professionals transition through tough career phases, rediscover vitality, and find purpose. Together, Nicky and Dr. Tighe break down the complexities of burnout—an official ICD-11 diagnosis—and discuss how recognizing and addressing it can lead to a more fulfilling career and life.

The conversation covers the three types of burnout (frenetic, under-challenged, and worn-out), signs and symptoms to watch for, and how fear and stress manifest in the body. Dr. Tighe highlights the importance of creating boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and navigating career changes with courage. The episode also explores how a “dopamine detox” can help professionals manage time more effectively and reduce stress.

Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their career satisfaction, take bold steps toward what brings them fulfillment, and establish non-negotiable boundaries for a healthier work-life balance.

Takeaways:

• Burnout has an ICD-11 diagnosis and is classified as an occupational phenomenon.
• There are three types of burnout: frenetic, under-challenged, and worn out.
• Work cultures often reward high levels of stress and imbalance.
• Creating boundaries is essential for managing work-life balance.
• Burnout symptoms include exhaustion, mood changes, and physical ailments.
• Self-care is crucial for healing from burnout.
• Dopamine detox can help manage time and reduce stress.
• Fear can be a motivating factor in making career changes.
• It's important to assess what is not working in your career.
• Finding fulfillment often requires moving towards something new rather than away from something old.

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Connect with Jesseca:

www.soulutionsforhealth.com

https://www.facebook.com/jessecatighe

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesseca-tighe

Keywords: burnout, career change, work-life balance, self-care, mental health, coaching, stress management, emotional processing, leadership, healthcare