Burnout in healthcare gets talked about a lot — but rarely in a way that actually helps.

In this guest episode, we sit down with Jonna from the Station 10 Foundation to have a real conversation about what burnout actually looks like, why it’s so often misunderstood, and why so many healthcare workers don’t recognize it until they’re already deep in it.

This isn’t about surface-level fixes or “just take a day off” advice. It’s about understanding the difference between stress and burnout, recognizing the early warning signs, and having honest conversations about what this job actually does to us over time.

Because if we don’t name it — we can’t fight it.

In This Episode, We Cover:

The difference between stress vs. burnout
Why burnout is often missed or mislabeled in healthcare
The role of dark humor, normalization, and culture in masking burnout
Early warning signs to look for in yourself and your coworkers
How burnout progresses when it goes unaddressed
Why healthcare workers are rarely taught how to cope with what they experience
The impact of overtime, trauma bonding, and workplace expectations
The importance of peer support and speaking up early
Practical ways to start addressing burnout before it escalates

Key Takeaways:

Burnout is not a personal failure — it’s a response to chronic, unmanaged stress
It often shows up quietly before it becomes obvious
You don’t have to be falling apart to need support
Asking for help is one of the hardest — and most important — things you can do
Small changes and honest conversations can make a real difference

Resources Mentioned:

PTSD & burnout awareness tools (VA resources)
- https://www.ptsd.va.gov/disaster_events/for_providers/stress_first_aid.asp
Yoga for First Responders (breathwork & resilience training)
- https://www.yogaforfirstresponders.org/
- https://www.facebook.com/YogaForFirstResponders/
Station 10 Foundation (upcoming resources for healthcare workers)
- https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Station-10-Foundation-61577054421232/

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