The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN
Nurses don't often get to visit the breakroom in real life. Come check out The Nurses' Breakroom podcast, where we'll have authentic and encouraging conversations about breakdowns and breakthroughs, and navigate how to destress and care for ourselves in addition to taking care of others.
Episodes are 5-15 min long to allow you to fit them into your busy life!
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Episodes
63 episodes
62. Feeling Overwhelmed? 7 Ways to Calm Your Mind and Stop Spiraling Fast
Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or just stuck in a spiral of stress? In this episode of The Nurses Break Room, host Jenny Lytle, RN, shares 7 practical and proven strategies to help you pause, reset, and reclaim your...
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Season 2
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Episode 62
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7:50
61. You Are More Than a Diagnosis: Reclaiming Your Identity for World Mental Health Day
In honor of World Mental Health Day, Jenny gets real about the mental load caregivers carry — and why self-care is not selfish. Whether you’re a nurse, family caregiver, or simply navigating your own mental health challenges, this epis...
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6:39
60. Planning as Self-Care: How Nurses Can Reduce Burnout & Overwhelm
In this episode of The Nurses' Break Room with Jenny Lytle, RN, we explore how weekly planning is more than just a productivity hack—it's a powerful form of self-care, especially for nurses juggling changing shifts, emoti...
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10:01
59. Why Real Self-Care Isn’t Always Relaxing
In this episode of The Nurses Break Room with Jenny Lytle, RN, Jenny shares a surprising take on self-care that goes beyond bubble baths and breaks.What if real self-care means doing the uncomfortable thing—like catchin...
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5:24
58. Embracing 50: It's OK to Feel Grateful ... and Sad
In this deeply personal episode of The Nurse’s Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, Jenny reflects on turning 50—and how this milestone brought up a surprising mix of gratitude, joy, and unexpected sadness.🎧 Inside this episode:<...
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Season 2
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Episode 58
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8:49
57. Why Your Progress Matters—Even If No One Notices
Ever skipped celebrating your progress because no one else noticed? In this heartfelt episode, host Jenny Lytle, RN shares a powerful real-life moment that sparked an essential reminder: your steps still count—even if they’re not being track...
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Season 2
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Episode 57
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9:26
56. From Caregiver to Care-Receiver: Learning to Ask for Help Without Guilt
In Episode 56 of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we explore a powerful truth: even the strongest caregivers need care too.Titled “From Caregiver to Care-Receiver: Learning to Ask for Help Without Guilt,”
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Season 2
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Episode 56
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5:59
55. The DOSE Effect: One Small Habit to Boost Mood and Motivation
In this episode of The Nurses' Break Room, host Jenny Lytle, RN explores The DOSE Effect by neuroscientist TJ Power — a powerful framework for improving mental health, energy, and motivation through brain chemistry. Learn how ...
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9:35
54. The Top Reasons We Skip Self-Care (and How to Stop)
Are you stuck in the “someday” trap when it comes to self-care? In this episode of The Nurses Break Room with Jenny Lytle, RN, Jenny tackles the four most common excuses that keep caregivers, nurses, and busy people from taking t...
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11:12
53. Feel Better Fast: Tiny Movement Shifts That Boost Mood and Energy
This week on The Nurse’s Break Room with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re ditching perfection and talking practical, real-life ways to move your body—without guilt, expensive memberships, or hours at the gym. Whether it’s 10 wall pushups or a one-...
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Season 2
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Episode 53
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9:10
52. Feeling Overwhelmed? Ask Yourself This Powerful Question
This week on The Nurses' Breakroom, Jenny Lytle, RN, shares a deceptively simple question that helps overwhelmed and overworked nurses pause, refocus, and reclaim clarity in the middle of chaos: What do I need most right now?<...
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Season 2
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Episode 52
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8:03
51. Unstuck: Self-care for when nothing is working
Feeling stuck, drained, or just plain off? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Nurse's Break Room with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re talking about what to do when nothing feels like it’s working.Jenny shares 6 self-care tools to h...
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Season 2
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Episode 51
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7:44
50. Using Nature as Medicine: A Nurse’s Guide to Fast Mindset Shifts
Feeling overwhelmed and under pressure? In this episode of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we explore how reconnecting with nature can quickly reset your mindset and bring peace—even on the busiest days. Jenny shares a real...
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9:37
49. Shift Your Mindset in Seconds: Gratitude Tips for Overwhelmed Nurses
Feeling like you're about to explode from the pressure of nursing life? You're not alone. In this episode of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we dive into real-life chaos and how a simple gratitude practice can help calm you...
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9:11
47. Who’s in Your Circle? Reflecting on Relationships That Support Your Well-Being
This week on The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re slowing down to talk about the people who matter most.From celebrating her 27th wedding anniversary to honoring the 7th anniversary of her mom’s passing, Jenny share...
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Season 2
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Episode 47
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8:26
46. Bonus - Gratitude Reset: A Quick 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Practice for Nurses Feeling Off
Feeling overwhelmed or just a little off? In this short and sweet bonus episode of The Nurses’ Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we explore a simple but powerful twist on the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique to help nurses ...
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5:40
45. Permission to Pause: Finding Balance When Life Gets Full
In this short and powerful episode of The Nurses' Break Room, host Jenny Lytle, RN, explores what to do when life feels like too much. Whether you're a caregiver, nurse, or simply juggling personal and professional demands, th...
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6:31
44. Simplify Summer Stress: Use the Toss, Tweak, or Treasure Method
Feeling the shift of summer but still stuck in survival mode? In this episode of The Nurses’ Break Room with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re kicking off June with a simple yet powerful summer self-care strategy: the Toss, Tweak, o...
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7:38
43. When Opportunity Knocks But Peace Is Missing: Why Intuition Matters
In this candid episode of The Nurses’ Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, Jenny opens up about a recent decision-making dilemma that led her to turn down a “perfect on paper” job opportunity. What stopped her? A lack of peace.Jenny ...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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8:06
42. Stop Waiting for a Vacation: Why Scheduling Rest is Crucial for Well-Being
Feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck in constant go-mode? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Nurses’ Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re diving into the when, why, and
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4:26
41. Nurses Week Reset: Rediscover Meaning, Reduce Stress, and Reignite Passion
Reconnect with Your Why: A Self-Care Reset for Nurses This Nurses WeekDescription: This Nurses Week, take a few moments to reflect on why you became a nurse in the first place. In this heartfelt episode of The Nur...
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7:32
40. Feeling Off? This 2-Minute Self-Care Practice Can Help
Feeling a little off this week? You're not alone. In this short episode of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, I’m sharing a personal reflection after my recent girls’ trip — and how a simple 2-minute self-care check-in can mak...
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8:38
39. Back to Baseline: When the Self-Care Coach Needs a Reset Too
In this unscripted and raw episode recorded during my annual girls’ getaway, I share what it looks like when even the self-care coach feels out of alignment. From a cozy cabin near St. Louis, I reflect on the signs of burnout creepin...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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8:17
38. Break Free from Fear: Grounding, Breathwork, and HeartMath Tools for Caregivers
Fear can be paralyzing—but it doesn’t have to run your life. In this episode of Becoming Your Best with Jenny Lytle, RN, Jenny shares personal insights on how fear once silenced her voice—and how she reclaimed her confidence thr...
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