At work, self-care might mean asking for a deadline extension, going to the gym in the middle of the day, or blocking off a few hours to prioritize tasks for the week. But that’s all easier said than done. We speak with a happiness researcher about how to find the time we need to take care of ourselves (and then actually do it). Guest: Ashley Whillans. Our t ... Show More
Jun 2025
Let Go of the Beliefs That Limit How You Lead
Many of us have internal beliefs—I need it done now, I know I’m right, I need to be involved—that feel like truth but actually hold us back as leaders. Executive coach Muriel Wilkins calls these counterproductive beliefs “hidden blockers,” and she talks the Amys through the proce ... Show More
34m 30s
Oct 2019
27. "Work, Work, Work" Wellness in the Workplace
<p>Hey Girl Hey!</p> <p> </p> <p>In this week's episode, we talk about how important it is to remember to take care of ourselves in the workplace. Part of self-care is remembering to stick to our boundaries in the workplace. Tune in and listen in to find out the sneaky ways we le ... Show More
25m 12s
Sep 2024
Planning Your Day and the Myth of Self-Care
<p>We hear a lot about how principals should take time for self care, but in this week's episode, we explore what true self care looks like. While spa appointments, massages, and lattes are great, they don't solve the issues of an overcrowded schedule, intense pressure, and deman ... Show More
29m 8s
Dec 2023
This is what "real self-care" looks like
"You can't meditate yourself out of a 40-hour work week with no childcare and no paid sick days," says Dr. Pooja Lakshmin. But when you're overworked and overwhelmed, what can you do? On this episode, host B.A. Parker asks: What are your options when a bubble bath won't cut it?Se ... Show More
36m 41s