The Redefining Rest podcast is for early to mid-career public health professionals with a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree who are burnt out, stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted. If you want to experience more rest, have more time, do the things that bring you joy and fulfillment, and ultimately create a life you love… then this is the podcast for you. In each episode, Career and Life Coach Marissa McKool, MPH will unpack how our society and the public health field itself promotes the n ...
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This podcast has been with me since the beginning of my business, and it’s truly been one of the highlights of my job. So, why am I ending the podcast? Thank you all for joining me on this journey so far because I wouldn’t be here without you all. On this last episode before the podcast takes a break, hear why I’m deciding to pause the podcast in 2…
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Rest isn’t just about sleeping, going on vacation, or getting a massage, and yet, that’s often what we think when we hear that word. Exhausted, burnt out, and overworked, you probably can’t wait to catch up on sleep on the weekend or plan your next vacation. While those things can be rest, the world has told you that rest is finite, temporary, and …
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While we can’t eliminate all stressors from our lives, we can control our reactions to them. When you don’t understand the difference between your experience of stress and the external things that are causing it, you’re left feeling like life just happens to you. On the other hand, being able to separate external stressors from your reaction gives …
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Even if you’re sitting on the couch watching Netflix, how much time are you spending thinking about what needs to be done, what you can’t forget, or squeezing in tasks? Rest isn’t just about taking a physical break, but a mental and emotional one too. Reducing your mental load matters for a whole host of reasons, but what are you supposed to do whe…
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What does your time management practice look like? Maybe you aren’t a fan of scheduling anything at all. However, examining how you schedule your time gives you the data you need to make the tweaks that ultimately allow you to be efficient and effective, even if the seasons of your life change, and this process is the perfect starting place. Hear w…
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Imposter syndrome is something particularly women, People of Color, immigrants, and other folks with one or more marginalized identities experience when we navigate spaces where we feel or have been told we don’t belong. Power imbalances and hierarchies exist across the field of public health, which can contribute to feeling like you don’t belong, …
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Holidays are an intense microcosm of what happens throughout the year, and it tends to be extremely hectic and busy, especially for women. The notion that we could have a completely stress-free holiday is unrealistic for most of us. However, if you’re ready to save yourself a little mental drama and exhaustion this year, listen in. Join me on this …
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How is hustle culture being explicitly and implicitly promoted in public health? The truth is, no matter how hard you try to get out, hustle culture will always attempt to pull you back in. Part of the reason it feels impossible to prioritize rest is because the structures and systems we live in promote hustle culture, but that doesn’t mean you hav…
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As long as you and I are alive, there will be horrible crises in the world. Being a human is messy, and we’re all coping the best we can. There’s nothing wrong with you if you don’t feel like you have the capacity to do your best work or can’t manage the fear, anxiety, and outrage you’re experiencing. However, prioritizing your mental and emotional…
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This week, we're getting straight to the point with practical methods to prevent and recover from burnout. Many of the women I coach do not even realize they're caught in a cycle of burnout. I share specific practices to steer clear of overworking, begin delegating, and prioritize your own well-being. I promise that by implementing these five pract…
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From my extensive work coaching women in the field of Public Health, I've seen some of the common struggles they experience and crafted a tool to help. It is my Not Your Average Productivity Course, and I can’t wait to tell you all about it. I have the pleasure of hosting two clients from the course, Sarah and Vicki, this week to share their key in…
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Every choice we make regarding how we spend our time affects how we allocate it elsewhere. This is what we refer to as the "productivity tax." This week, Iet's delve into how we often compound this tax by postponing decisions and failing to establish boundaries. Discover effective techniques for setting and maintaining boundaries, and understand th…
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What does your birthday bring up for you? This week, I’ll discuss why birthday dread is common, especially among women, and how it triggers our insecurities or feelings of failure. I offer a story of a birthday experience that made me feel miserable and how I learned to change my relationship with my birthday. Learn four methods to start celebratin…
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How do you know if you’re experiencing burnout? Would you recognize the signs that you were burning out? Burnout looks different for everyone. For me, it looked like exhaustion. This week I share how I dealt with burnout while working in public health, 6 methods of empowerment to help you confront your feelings of overwhelm, and how to achieve your…
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Do you love organizing your time? Are you constantly trying to optimize it by creating the perfect schedule? This week, I dig into five productivity myths, why we all work differently, and some options for creating a schedule that works for you. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.mckoolcoaching.com/126 My Not Your Average Pr…
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Do you struggle to say no? This week, I break down the idea of, “If I don’t do it, no one will” and why this thought is keeping you from leading and working properly. I share examples of how good changes can occur by saying “no” or allowing committees and projects to come to an end. Discover why the thought that you have to do it all is not a fact,…
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This week, I offer 6 tips for going through tough times. When you are being challenged, it's helpful to have these tools in your kit because honestly, we all need as much help as we can get sometimes. Discover how to move through stressful times with more grace, ease, and care for yourself. Learn when to seek professional support, how to ask for wh…
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As public health folks, we are socialized to default to those with greater age, experience, and power, rather than championing our own opinions. We are constantly encouraged to find a mentor, have a mentor, and work with a mentor. But I’m here to encourage you to drop that concept, and do the opposite; I want you to ditch your mentor. This week, I …
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We all make mistakes, and it doesn’t need to be the end of the world when we do. But it is important we learn from our mistakes, and today you can learn from mine because I look back and share moments in my career when I made mistakes as a leader, manager, and supervisor. Discover how to be a leader who builds trust and develops strong skills in ot…
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Michelle Barbieri, DVM, MS, is a supervisory veterinary medical officer who works with marine animals in a conservation research program. She's a leader in her role with the government, the local community, and in her research. In this episode, Michelle shares how working with a coach allowed her to find more confidence and ease in her career. Disc…
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Sarah Han works as a youth-centered health designer and is a client of mine. This week, she shares how coaching has helped her break free from crippling indecision, build leadership skills, and move with more ease. Discover how addressing your indecision will help you build trust and confidence in all areas of life. Learn why there is no perfect de…
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Do you find yourself struggling to make decisions or defaulting to the opinions of others? This is a really common habit that all types of people fall into, but especially those of us in public health. This week, I begin my confidence series by strengthening your decision-making skills. Learn what confidence is, what it feels like, and why having c…
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Check out a behind-the-scenes peek at what it's like to have a coach! This week, I helped my client who was falling behind on a project. Together we break down her fears and identify the root of her procrastination. Observe the methods I use while working with my one-on-one clients and learn why coaching is a powerful tool that may benefit you. Get…
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Today we discuss how to get off the hamster wheel of the patriarchy. By recognizing there is no rush, you can take on your tasks as you're able to, with your needs and rest in mind. I share what a to-do list is and what it is not, and some methods for recognizing your relationship to your schedule. Learn how to find time for rest and allow yourself…
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While designing my Not Your Average Productivity Course, I discovered that most of the productivity courses out there are written by men! The teachings reflect this; they disregard domestic activity, as does the historical development of the 8-hour workday. Learn about the history of the 8-hour workday, why it is sexist, and how to reframe your und…
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Teachings of the patriarchy and capitalism have us all overworked, stressed, and bouncing from task to task. We have a "Do It All" mentality that permeates our society and leaves us feeling shame when we fail, make mistakes, and can't keep up. Learn why you don't have to "Do It All" and why this mentality prevents you from finding rest. Discover me…
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Sometimes, when summer hits, it can feel like the year is already over. This week, I offer a new perspective for viewing the next six months with tactics for continuing to work toward your goals. We break down thought patterns and emphasize the importance of giving yourself credit. Learn about negativity bias and scarcity mindset, and discover how …
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We often put a lot of pressure on our vacation time, and when things don't go according to plan, stress levels skyrocket. I share three common vacation brain expectations that keep you from being present and enjoying your time away. I share examples of my vacation brain and how to approach these thoughts, as well as explore the cultural root of a t…
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Here at Redefining Rest for Public Health Professionals, I encourage my clients to design a life where they are excited, challenged, and joyful. Your ability to show up is drastically different when you are merely meeting your needs versus thriving and living your biggest expression. I share a conversation that really stuck with me. I break down ar…
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There are common factors that contribute to stress and emotional burden in our work environment. By prioritizing our emotional and physical health, we can take actions that allow us to reprioritize our time, avoid burnout, and overcome overwhelm. I share six tactics for identifying why you are experiencing dread toward your week ahead. With these c…
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Mistakes can trigger panic, defensiveness, catastrophizing, and more. By utilizing coaching skills, we can move through these emotional responses to our mistakes with compassion and ease. I share three mistakes I have made in my career and offer coaching tips I wish I had at the time. Learn methods of managing mistakes so that you can move through …
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Social media can be exhausting, but at the same time, it is hard to know what steps to take to change your experience with it. This week, I break down how to step back from social media, general hang-ups with it, and how to create a relationship with social media that keeps you in control. Discover how social media was designed and options for conf…
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You do not need to earn your rest. Extended time off is for you to use however you choose. You don't have to wait for retirement to enjoy your days. A sabbatical is a planned time to embrace what you want to explore now! I unpack the difference between a sabbatical and a respite, how to create time off, and how to be prepared to rest with ease. Lea…
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Hustle culture and the patriarchy want you to burn out, overwork, and stay small. These systemic oppressors socialize us, especially women, to people-please. This week, we discuss the act of people pleasing and why it is so detrimental to your success. I share with you three types of people pleasing and how it shows up in your professional and pers…
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This week I share the one secret that will change how you look at making money: VALUE. Chances are you are bringing more value to your organization than you are receiving in value (salary) back. Why? This is what I call a “value mismatch”. Let’s dive in and discover what to do when you have a value mismatch. Get full show notes and more information…
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For us to be our best selves in all areas of our life, especially work, it is important for us to practice and use delegation as a tool. I introduce the tool of delegation this week and unpack the discomfort that we come up against when learning to delegate. With time, delegation becomes a skill that is fun and full of strategy; you have time for y…
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Here is the last episode of my Rest Rewind series where I bring up some of the most impactful episodes from the archive to celebrate the milestone of sharing 100 podcasts. This week, I introduce an exercise I use called The Pride Jar, which encourages us to identify our areas of pride and reflect, celebrate, and honor our present experience. I shar…
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In this episode, we unpack typical examples of “not being enough” in day-to-day life and expand upon the detrimental impact of this thought process. I offer you a method of re-writing your experiences to cultivate celebration of your present state of being, which you guessed it, is absolutely enough. Get full show notes and more information here: h…
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We are continuing with the Rest Rewind series this week, where I bring up some of the most impactful episodes from the archive to celebrate the milestone of hitting 100 podcast episodes! This week, I invite you to become aware of the perceived root of your emotions. When we claim power over our own feelings, we can then take actions that are aligne…
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Over the next couple of weeks, we are doing a Rest Rewind, where I bring up some of the most impactful episodes from the archive to celebrate hitting the 100 podcast episodes milestone. Today we kick off the series by talking about allowing emotions, and I invite you to begin feeling the sensations within your body and show you how to welcome these…
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Y’all it is episode 100! How did that happen?! I started this podcast about 2 years ago and we have hit 100 episodes. I’m sharing something that will serve and help you in so many ways and giving you 5 concrete tools that you can start using right now to change your life. Learn how these tools can help you when you feel worry, fear, anxiety, or any…
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No matter how many staff you supervise, what I share this week is super useful: the difference between leadership responsibility and personal responsibility. Discover what it means to take leadership responsibility, the importance of managing your mind and processing your thoughts, and how to execute your leadership responsibility in a way that ser…
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One of the most important and valuable skills you can learn to build the life you want is to be able to sit in awareness of what you are learning. Yet so many people learn new things and then use this new awareness against themselves in some way, holding themselves back in the process. Discover how your expectations could be setting you up to use a…
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As humans, we have a tendency to blame our lives, emotions, and experiences on things outside of us. If you want to change something in your life whether it is your emotional experience, your decisions, your actions, or your outcomes, you have to take responsibility. I share what taking responsibility is and what it is not, how I’ve taken responsib…
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Procrastination is simply the action of delaying or postponing something. We have been taught that procrastination means we aren’t organized or committed, or that we don’t care, but this often isn’t the case. Learn where the real problem lies when it comes to procrastination and why whatever reason you are procrastinating, it does not mean you are …
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Anxiety shows up in a lot of different ways in my life, and for years I wanted to figure out the why. Discover the problem with focusing solely on the reason for your anxiety and how to start befriending it instead. I share a relational shift to help you release the angst, shame, guilt, and resentment you have built up about your anxiety, and show …
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Indecision keeps us stuck and it drains our emotional energy, leaving us ruminating and questioning without actually taking action. It’s a concept that I’ve started to call The Maybe Hole. Learn about The Maybe Hole, how to tell if you are in it, and how it keeps you from reaching your goals. I share the importance of decision-making and how this c…
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In this episode, I show you how to build the skill of letting your emotions come along for the ride and give you some questions to ask yourself around how you are currently processing your emotions. I share an analogy to help you visualize what it looks like to allow your emotions along for the ride and show you how to apply this to any emotion you…
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In this episode, I’m diving into a concept I have created to teach you about the importance of feeling all your emotions: The Human Emotion Tank. Learn how to use this tool in your life to start allowing and experiencing all of your emotions. Find out why even though you might think you’re allowing your emotions already, you most likely aren’t, and…
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I’m sharing my thoughts on consistency, why I think it's overrated, and why putting pressure on yourself to be consistent turns your goal into a measure of your worth and value. Hear the problem with attaching your ideas to measures of consistency, why consistency never determines your success, and what can happen when you drop the labels and shame…
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