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Mentioned in 26 episodes

Burnout

The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle
Book • 2019
This book, written by sisters Emily Nagoski, Ph.D.

, and Amelia Nagoski, DMA, delves into the specific challenges women encounter with burnout.

It provides a comprehensive, science-based approach to reducing stress and enhancing well-being.

The authors define burnout as a combination of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a decreased sense of accomplishment, and they offer practical solutions such as completing the biological stress cycle, managing emotional triggers, and overcoming societal pressures.

The book is divided into sections that explain the stress cycle, the impact of cultural norms on women's stress levels, and strategies for rest, human connection, and self-compassion.

It includes helpful worksheets and exercises to empower women to combat burnout and achieve genuine wellness.

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Mentioned in 26 episodes

Mentioned by Rangan Chatterjee , discussing his work on burnout and its relation to his father's life.
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Esther Perel: How to Feel More Connected, Respected And Valued At Work & Home #557
Mentioned by Mike Maughan when discussing burnout and its impact on dedicated individuals.
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166. Are You Suffering From Burnout?
Mentioned by Dan Harris as a bestselling book co-authored by Emily and Amelia Nagoski , focusing on burnout and stress.
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For the Burned Out, Fried, and Exhausted | Emily & Amelia Nagoski
Mentioned by Kendra as an excellent resource if stress management is a new concept.
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#421 - How to Handle Bad Moods
Mentioned by Katy Weber when discussing the concept of completing the stress cycle.
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Raquel Devillé: Regulating our neurodivergent nervous systems
Recommended by Justin Lehmiller for understanding the stress cycle and burnout.
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Episode 393: What Happened To My Sex Life?
Mentioned by Alayna Joy as a New York Times bestseller co-authored with her sister Amelia.
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Emily Nagoski on What Happy Couples Know That Others Don’t
Recommended by Kendra Adachi as an excellent manual for dealing with burnout.
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#413 Office Hours
Mentioned by Nihal El Aasar as a source of reflection on the emotional experience of political defeat, particularly relevant to the context of the Arab world.
13 snips
Left Melancholia and the Arab Political Subject w/ Nihal El Aasar
Mentioned by David Epstein as another book by Emily Nagoski , relevant to the topic of stress and well-being.
12 snips
How To Have the Best Sex of Your Life (Encore)
Mentioned by Laura Henshaw in relation to her experience with burnout and the need to stop self-criticism.
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The People-Pleasing Trap: How Laura Henshaw escaped it (and how you can too)
Recommended by Mollie West Duffy as a source for understanding the stress cycle.
Life Kit presents: The power in owning your 'Big Feelings'
Recommended by Kendra Adachi while discussing the importance of self-care and stress management.
#406 - Big Sister Pep Talk: You’re Not Selfish
Mentioned by Emily Nagoski as a book co-authored with her twin sister, focusing on stress management.
Pleasurable Sex, Gender Queerness & Life Burnout with Dr. Emily Nagoski (259)
Mentioned by Rangan Chatterjee as the authors of the book discussed in episode 60 of the podcast.
BITESIZE | The Secret to Solving the Stress Cycle | Drs Emily and Amelia Nagoski #205
Mentioned by Sam Kelly as the focus of the podcast episode, exploring the emotional dimensions of political transformation and defeat.
Feeling Bad, Politically w/ Hannah Proctor

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