The Greg McKeown Podcast 7. What's Essential: An Essential Intervention with Nurse Emily Stewart
Jul 13, 2020
Emily Stewart, a dedicated National Health Service nurse from the UK, shares her frontline experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses the emotional and practical challenges of balancing work and family, emphasizing the need for self-care and boundaries to combat burnout. The conversation touches on prioritizing essentialism in life, mindful energy management, and the importance of community support. Stewart's insights inspire listeners to embrace intentional choices, fostering a deeper sense of well-being amidst the chaos.
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Frontline Nurse
- Emily Stewart, a UK National Health Service nurse, faces the challenges of working on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- This episode is an "essential intervention" to help her apply essentialism.
COVID's Impact on Healthcare
- Emily's nursing job demands more energy and mental capacity since COVID-19, impacting her other business and personal life.
- The pandemic has disrupted teamwork and heightened anxieties due to the uncertainty and fear surrounding the virus.
Invest in Essential Relationships
- Identify what is essential yet under-invested in.
- For Emily, it's her family, specifically wanting more energy to be fully present with them.