Burnout to Brilliance by Balanceology
Exploring burnout prevention, recovery, and what it means to create sustainable, human ways of working and living.
Hosted by Jayne Morris MCC, the UK’s leading Executive Burnout Coach, founder of Balanceology, and author of Burnout to Brilliance: Strategies for Sustainable Success, the podcast features thoughtful conversations with clinicians, researchers, coaches, and leaders working at the forefront of burnout and wellbeing.
Each episode offers evidence-informed insight and compassionate reflection, moving beyond quick fixes to explore burnout as both a personal and systemic experience, and how recovery can lead not just back to functioning, but forward to clarity, connection, and meaningful success.
Burnout to Brilliance by Balanceology
E52: Season 3 - Mindful Self Compassion with Polly Downes
In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, Jayne Morris and guest expert Polly Downes discuss 'Mindful Self-Compassion and Burnout.' Polly, an experienced leadership coach and mindful self-compassion teacher, shares her journey and insights into self-compassion as a tool for preventing and recovering from burnout. Topics include the importance of self-talk, the concept of common humanity, and practical mindful practices to ease into the new year. They emphasise the potential of self-compassion to foster resilience, reduce anxiety, and enhance overall well-being.
00:00 Introduction to the Art of Balance Podcast
00:47 Meet Polly Downes: Leadership Coach and Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher
04:11 Understanding Mindful Self-Compassion
05:47 The Three Elements of Mindful Self-Compassion
09:27 Polly's Journey into Mindful Self-Compassion
13:48 Practical Applications and Benefits of Mindful Self-Compassion
18:17 Mindfulness Practices and Self-Soothing Techniques
25:56 The Impact of Self-Compassion in Leadership and Teams
33:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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About Balanceology
Balanceology is a leading coaching organisation dedicated to preventing workplace burnout and restoring sustainable success. Through talks, workshops, trainings, coaching and retreats, Balanceology supports individuals and organisations to work well, live fully, and thrive.
The Balanceology Certified Burnout Coach CPD Training is ICF accredited and carries 64 CCEUs