Special Bonus episode for US Inauguration Day and MLK Day for those who just need rest to build resilience for what lies ahead. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and exhausted from pushing yourself to the limit, trying to be productive, and yet still feeling burnt out, then you are not alone!

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover effective burnout prevention strategies for high-Stress work environments.
• Learn how to cultivate resilience and thrive in the face of stress and pressure.
• Explore the power of body awareness as a tool for managing and reducing stress.
• Master the art of setting healthy boundaries to maintain well-being in the workplace.
• Embrace the Danish concept of Hygge to enhance overall well-being and happiness.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:02 – Introduction to A World of Difference podcast

00:03:57 – Body Awareness: The Key to Preventing Burnout

00:08:35 – Setting Healthy Boundaries for Resilience

00:10:48 – Embracing Being Cozy and Just Being

00:12:58 – Discovering Hygge

00:13:48 – Embracing Hygge Practices

00:16:36 – Collective Responsibility

00:18:29 – Burnout Prevention

00:20:44 – Gratitude and Call to Action

Lori Adams-Brown, the host of “A World of Difference,” shares a personal journey of learning about burnout prevention and resilience. From her experiences working in disaster relief in Sumatra to her current role in Silicon Valley, she emphasizes the importance of body awareness, setting healthy boundaries, and embracing the concept of “hygge” for well-being. Her narrative-style delivery paints a relatable picture of her struggles and Growth, evoking empathy and understanding from the audience. Through her candid storytelling, Lori invites the listeners to join her in exploring the path to resilience and burnout prevention, creating a sense of camaraderie and shared experiences. With so many disrupting, resisting and making a difference to prevent oligarchy in global politics leading up to the US inauguration day and remembering the collective good that came from Dr. King’s leadership that we celebrate on MLK Day, it’s ok to rest and to protect your peace for what lies ahead. Let’s take care of ourselves and each other. There is much work to do to make our world a better place, and it starts with rest and resilience-building.

• Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who might need to hear it. Your support helps the community grow and keeps these important conversations going.
• Check out the LinkedIn article The 3B’s of Burnout Prevention for Resilient Leaders written by Lori Adams Brown and share your thoughts in the comments section.
• Incorporate the three Bs (Body awareness, Boundaries, and Being cozy) into your life and leadership to build resilient teams equipped to navigate challenges with strength and Clarity.
• Share your thoughts and research on burnout prevention on social media or in the comments section of the episode to contribute to the ongoing conversation.
• Take a moment to thank someone who has made a difference in your life and remind them that their efforts matter whether it’s resisting oligarchy, working in global politics this US inauguration day, resisting with MLK Day or being a caring influence in your life.

“Burnout prevention is not just an individual responsibility, it’s a collective one. Together we can create workplaces that prioritize well-being, foster resilience, and drive sustainable success together.” – Lori Adams Brown

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Lori Adams-Brown Podcast Host & Producer

Lori Adams-Brown is Senior Manager, Global Leadership and Development in a Silicon Valley tech company, hosts the A World of Difference podcast, speaks internationally on global leadership development and sits on the board of Justice Revival where she is helping to pass the ERA with people of faith. As a former international relief & development leader, Lori has led diverse global teams in multiple cultures and has lived in Singapore, Indonesia, Costa Rica, Venezuela, and the San Francisco Bay Area. She currently lives in Silicon Valley with her husband Jason and 3 teens.