Entrepreneur Burnout (what is it and how to come back from it) with Laura Larios | Ep. 220
Dec 6, 2022
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Laura Larios, a nervous system expert, joins the podcast to discuss entrepreneur burnout and how to recover from it. They explore symptoms of burnout, strategies for regulating the nervous system, and the ineffectiveness of meditation. The guest shares her journey from the hospitality industry to entrepreneurship and the skills gained. Listeners are invited to join the Wealth Builders Collective Open Forum and support the guest's work.
Recognize the signs of burnout, such as constant worry, obsessive checking, overthinking, and fear of lacking money, to address and manage burnout effectively.
Understand the connection between burnout and the dysregulation of the nervous system, and learn how to regulate the nervous system through physical exercises, changing work environments, and utilizing completion-focused strategies.
Deep dives
Recognizing the Signs of Burnout
The podcast episode discusses how burnout is a common experience for entrepreneurs and emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs. It explains that burnout doesn't happen overnight, but rather develops gradually over time. The episode highlights symptoms such as feeling constantly on edge, checking for clients or money obsessively, overthinking, and experiencing a never-ending fear of lacking money. By identifying these symptoms, individuals can become aware of their burnout and take steps to address it.
Understanding the Role of the Nervous System in Burnout
The podcast delves into the relationship between burnout and the nervous system. It explains that burnout is connected to the dysregulation of the nervous system, which can be triggered by the fight or flight response commonly found in entrepreneurs. The episode discusses how this hyperarousal can lead to chronic stress and anxiety. Additionally, it highlights the importance of understanding one's own nervous system state to better manage burnout.
Strategies to Regulate the Nervous System
The podcast offers practical strategies to regulate the nervous system and address burnout. It suggests physical exercises like stomping feet or looking around the room to discharge excess energy in individuals experiencing anxiety or hyperarousal. For individuals in a freeze response, the episode recommends completing small tasks with time constraints and incorporating movement breaks in between. The podcast also emphasizes the benefits of changing work environments or positions to signal safety to the nervous system.
The Importance of Completion Energy in Freeze Response
The podcast highlights the significance of completion energy in managing the freeze response. It explains that freeze seeks completion, and creating a sense of accomplishment can be helpful. The episode suggests using time frames or timers to structure tasks and providing sufficient breaks for the nervous system. By adopting completion-focused strategies, individuals can alleviate freeze-related symptoms and increase their sense of accomplishment and motivation.
If you've ever felt stuck in a state of worrying about your business, not being able to shut your brain off, or wanting to burn the entire digital structure down - you may be experiencing burnout. First, know that you are not alone. In this episode, Nikki speaks with nervous system expert Laura Larios about how to identify a dysregulated nervous system and what to do about it. Click here to learn more about Laura. And if you haven't already - grab your copy of the Market Your Genius Book to help you get more dream clients and retain them. Head to nikkinash.co/book to order from your favorite retailer. Already have the book? Make sure you snag the free companion course at marketyourgeniusbook.com Here's how to work with me: Building your way to six figures? I have programming designed to help reach the $10k/mo+ milestone. Simply reach out to me on Instagram or LinkedIn for more information. If you're already at six or multiple six figures - I'd love to invite you to an upcoming Wealth Builder's Collective Open Forum where you can meet fellow women entrepreneurs, discuss timely business (or personal) topics and learn more about The Wealth Builder's Collective. Simply DM me "WBC" on Instagram or LinkedIn for more information.
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