Exploring Grief and Burnout with Jess Goyder

In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, executive burnout coach Jayne Morris talks to Jess Goyder, a certified grief recovery therapist and bereavement counsellor, about the intricate connections between grief and burnout. Jess shares her personal journey of losing her singing career due to chronic illness and its impact on her life. The discussion covers various aspects of grief, including its emotional complexity and the importance of self-compassion, community support, and rituals. The episode provides insights into how unprocessed grief and societal pressures contribute to burnout and offers hope and strategies for recovery and finding balance.

00:00 Introduction to the Art of Balance Podcast

00:41 Episode Overview: Grief and Burnout with Jess Goyder

01:25 Jess Goyder's Journey into Grief Recovery

02:29 Understanding Grief Beyond Bereavement

04:36 The Historical Context of Grieving

08:07 The Connection Between Loneliness and Burnout

09:32 Navigating Grief and Burnout

10:22 The Role of Community and Ritual in Healing

21:53 Personal Reflections on Loss and Identity

31:03 Finding Balance and Self-Compassion

33:41 Closing Remarks and Resources

Jess's website: https://griefisnatural.com/

Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.

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Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.