Episode 230 – Eric Recker – The Lie That Selfcare is Selfish… Avoid The Burnout
How Business Owners Can Avoid Burnout and Sustain Success with Dr Eric Recker Business owners often face a lot of stress and pressure. This can lead to burnout, which is a state of feeling completely exhausted, both physically and emotionally. When this happens, it’s essential to recognise the signs and make changes to avoid the adverse effects. This is because taking care of yourself and finding a better balance between work and personal life is crucial for your well-being and the long-term success of your business. In this conversation with Dr Eric Recker, we’ll explore why it’s so important for business owners to adapt and make changes when they start feeling overwhelmed to avoid burnout. Dr Eric Recker is a dentist, husband, father, keynote speaker, Elite Success Coach, author, pilot, mountain climber, and recovering triathlete. In the second half of his life, he is committed to helping people shorten the distance to becoming their best version and learning to #WINtheNOW. Let’s jump in! Key Highlights from the Episode; [00:01] Episode intro, a quick bio of the guests, Dr Eric Recker [02:05] What Eric is drinking during this episode and his love for Iris Coffee subscription [04:46] How Eric likes taking his coffee [07:37] A backstory of Eric’s professional and career life [12:37] When business owners need to make a change to avoid burnout [16:43] Symptoms of burnout to know where they are in terms of their wellbeing [19:12] One of Eric’s recent achievements in his business [22:03] Stillness and silence in the burnout knock challenge [24:00] How the approaches have brought immense changes in Eric’s life [31:16] Best ways to reach out and connect with Dr Eric Recker and get his services [32:10] The burnout challenge and how you can join it [34:11] Golden takeaway nugget from Eric that you can start implementing today [36:46] Beneficial practices for self-care besides sleep [39:37] Eric’s next coffee dream location and the inspirational book he would read [42:05] Wrap up and end of the show Notable Quotes As an entrepreneur, especially in the service industry, the mind is always racing, and breaks become essential to avoid the trap of burnout. Failure to take breaks can lead to overwhelming exhaustion and hinder your progress. A dwindling sense of gratitude and concerned inquiries from others about your well-being are early warning signs of burnout. Recognising these indicators allows you to address burnout before it takes a toll on your personal and professional life. Amidst life’s chaos, the gift of quietness often goes unappreciated. Embracing just five minutes of daily meditation can serve as a powerful tool to conquer burnout, rejuvenating the mind and body for greater resilience. In our fast-paced world, allowing our minds a moment to rest and recharge can be truly invaluable. Relaxing and recharging can be a priceless investment in maintaining mental well-being and achieving sustained success. Taking care of ourselves is not selfish. Everything we do for other people pours out of how we care for ourselves. Resources Mentioned Join Eric for 5 Days of Knock Back Burnout!: https://ericrecker.com/knock-back-burnout/ From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks: https://www.amazon.com/Strength-Finding-Success-Happiness-Purpose/dp/059319148X Let’s Connect Eric Recker Website: https://ericrecker.com/ LinkedIn: