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How to get your spark back (rerun)

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We lose our spark and love for life for many reasons: burnout, mental ill health, people pleasing, a breakup. When we do it can feel like life gets very boring, it loses colour, we lose interest and we can become cynical towards all of the small joys and b...

Highlights

In this episode, the host delves into the challenges of losing one's passion for life and offers actionable strategies to reignite it. From burnout and mental health struggles to rediscovering joy through simple pleasures, listeners will find practical advice to help them reconnect with their inner spark.
00:00
They've wanted to be an author since age five
19:33
Rest is crucial, including taking sick days and saying no to plans.
26:38
Joy is everywhere; looking for it leads to positive thoughts.
37:02
Unstructured dance in nature promotes self-feeling and mental well-being
40:24
Secret personal hobbies and passions make us special and happy

Chapters

Dreams Come True: Celebrating the Journey of Writing a Book
00:00
Why Do We Lose Our Spark? Exploring Burnout and Mental Health
02:55
Can Playfulness Revive Us? Reconnecting with Your Inner Child
26:38
How Movement and Nature Transform Us: Rediscovering Joy Through Motion
33:12
What Makes You Unique? Prioritizing Personal Passions
40:24

Transcript

Jemma Sbeg: Have you ever felt that uneasy anxiety when the 4pm hour strikes? Like the creeping meal-related distress that happens when you don't quite feel prepared? You know, the dinner dread. Let's get rid of that unpleasant feeling forever. With one wo...