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Beating Burnout: Proven Strategies to Manage Stress and Take Back Control at Work

Aaron Shaw

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Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and exhausted from work? You’re not alone—63% of U.S. employees are on the verge of quitting their jobs due to workplace stress and burnout. From healthcare workers and teachers to corporate managers and first responders, burnout is a growing problem affecting many high-stress professions. But it doesn’t have to be the end of your career or your happiness.

In this episode, Aaron Shaw, a seasoned occupational therapist and strength coach, dives deep into the risks of burnout, the telltale signs that you may be experiencing it, and most importantly, actionable strategies to help you reduce stress and avoid burnout altogether. Drawing from nearly three decades of experience, Aaron shares personal stories from his work in healthcare and provides practical tips, including boundary-setting, mindset shifts, and adopting a stoic approach to workplace challenges.

Learn how to recognize when stress is reaching a breaking point, what you can do to prevent burnout, and why setting boundaries and adjusting your expectations are the keys to preserving your health, happiness, and career satisfaction. If you’re ready to take control of your work stress, tune in to this essential episode.

Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channel for more expert advice on how to live a longer, healthier, and happier life through the pillars of HealthSpan: exercise, nutrition, sleep, emotional well-being, and preventative care.

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Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and exhausted from work? You’re not alone—63% of U.S. employees are on the verge of quitting their jobs due to workplace stress and burnout. From healthcare workers and teachers to corporate managers and first responders, burnout is a growing problem affecting many high-stress professions. But it doesn’t have to be the end of your career or your happiness.


In this episode, Aaron Shaw, a seasoned occupational therapist and strength coach, dives deep into the risks of burnout, the telltale signs that you may be experiencing it, and most importantly, actionable strategies to help you reduce stress and avoid burnout altogether. Drawing from nearly three decades of experience, Aaron shares personal stories from his work in healthcare and provides practical tips, including boundary-setting, mindset shifts, and adopting a stoic approach to workplace challenges.


Learn how to recognize when stress is reaching a breaking point, what you can do to prevent burnout, and why setting boundaries and adjusting your expectations are the keys to preserving your health, happiness, and career satisfaction. If you’re ready to take control of your work stress, tune in to this essential episode.


Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channel for more expert advice on how to live a longer, healthier, and happier life through the pillars of HealthSpan: exercise, nutrition, sleep, emotional well-being, and preventative care.


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