Bron is joined by Dr Ben Searle (Organisational Psychologist) for part two of their deep dive into severe and prolonged burnout, focusing on what it actually looks like in practice and how clinicians can support recovery.

This episode focuses on:
👉🏽 What cynicism really looks like in burnout and why it becomes a barrier to recovery
👉🏿 The role of moral injury and values misalignment in driving burnout
👉🏻 Practical strategies to help clients re-engage with positive experiences and shift attention away from negative bias
👉 How to work with clients when their workplace really is toxic (and not just perceived that way)
👉🏼 Supporting clients through shame, frustration, and the feeling of “failing” at recovery

Thanks so much Ben, and enjoy listening to the ep!

Guest: Dr Ben J. Searle - Organisational psychologist, survivor of burnout, host of 'Mind on the Job' podcast

LINKS

• Ben's podcast: Mind on the Job
• Ben's website
• Ben's newsletter

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CREDITS

Producer: Michael English

Music: Home

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