Nurses don't often get to visit the breakroom in real life. Come check out The Nurses' Breakroom podcast, where we'll have authentic and encouraging conversations about breakdowns and breakthroughs, and navigate how to destress and care for ourselves in addition to taking care of others. Episodes are 5-15 min long to allow you to fit them into your busy life! stress, self-care, nursing, nurse, healthcare, holistic health, mental health, relax, RN
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42. Stop Waiting for a Vacation: Why Scheduling Rest is Crucial for Well-Being
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4:26Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck in constant go-mode? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Nurses’ Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re diving into the when, why, and how of taking time off—with a personalized twist. Jenny shares: Wh…
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41. Nurses Week Reset: Rediscover Meaning, Reduce Stress, and Reignite Passion
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7:32Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Reconnect with Your Why: A Self-Care Reset for Nurses This Nurses Week Description: This Nurses Week, take a few moments to reflect on why you became a nurse in the first place. In this heartfelt episode of The Nurses' Break Room with Jenny Lytle, RN,…
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40. Feeling Off? This 2-Minute Self-Care Practice Can Help
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8:38Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Feeling a little off this week? You're not alone. In this short episode of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, I’m sharing a personal reflection after my recent girls’ trip — and how a simple 2-minute self-care check-in can make a huge differe…
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39. Back to Baseline: When the Self-Care Coach Needs a Reset Too
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8:17Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 In this unscripted and raw episode recorded during my annual girls’ getaway, I share what it looks like when even the self-care coach feels out of alignment. From a cozy cabin near St. Louis, I reflect on the signs of burnout creeping back in—and how …
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38. Break Free from Fear: Grounding, Breathwork, and HeartMath Tools for Caregivers
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9:55Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Fear can be paralyzing—but it doesn’t have to run your life. In this episode of Becoming Your Best with Jenny Lytle, RN, Jenny shares personal insights on how fear once silenced her voice—and how she reclaimed her confidence through small, consistent …
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37. Start With You: How Prioritizing Self-Care First Sets the Tone for Your Day
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7:19Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or like there’s never enough time for you? In this episode of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, Jenny shares practical self-care strategies to help busy caregivers and nurses reclaim time and energy—without gu…
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36. Prioritize What Matters: Use the Big Rocks Method to Reclaim Your Time
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7:27Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Feeling stretched too thin? In this episode of The Nurse’s Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we dive into a powerful time management and prioritization tool: the Big Rocks Method. Jenny reflects on her personal time audit and shares how tracking your ti…
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35. The Self-Care Shift: Scheduling What Fuels You First
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7:36Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 In this episode of The Nurses’ Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re diving into the messy, real-life struggle of time management for busy caregivers. Jenny shares her eye-opening experience with a time audit and how it revealed that burnout isn’t alw…
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34. Supporting Women, Changing Perspectives & Staying True to Yourself
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12:31Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Change starts with everyday actions—right where you are, with what you have. In this episode of The Nurse’s Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we continue the conversation from last week’s International Women’s Day discussion. Instead of focusing on the …
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33. Trusting the Nudge: Lessons from My First Keynote & the Reality of Women's Struggles
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16:03Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 In this episode of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, I share my experience of stepping into the unknown—delivering my first keynote speech for International Women’s Day. From an unexpected opportunity to the challenges of preparing for a hig…
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32. 3 Quick Energy Boosts: Simple Ways to Reset Your Mind & Body in Minutes
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4:01Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Feeling exhausted but don’t have time for a nap or a vacation? Good news—you don’t need them to feel refreshed! In this episode of The Nurses’ Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re diving into three quick and effective ways to boost your energy in jus…
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31. How to Set Boundaries Without Guilt: Protect Your Energy & Prioritize Yourself
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9:27Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Struggling to set boundaries without feeling guilty? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Nurses’ Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re diving into why boundaries matter, how to stop saying yes out of obligation, and simple strategies to protect y…
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30. Stressed? Try These 5-Minute Self-Reflection Practices
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6:54Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Are you constantly caring for others but rarely taking a moment for yourself? In this episode of The Nurse’s Break Room with Jenny Lytle, RN, we dive into simple yet powerful self-reflection techniques that take just a few minutes but can transform yo…
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29. Overwhelmed? Here’s How to Identify and Fix Life’s Imbalances
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6:05Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Ever feel like life is just a bit off? Maybe you’re overwhelmed, or certain areas of your life aren’t getting the attention they need. In this episode of The Nurses’ Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re talking about how to take a quick, non-judgment…
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28. Are You Running on Empty? How to Recharge Your Body, Mind, and Spirit
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10:16Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Nursing is a demanding profession, and it’s easy to put yourself last while caring for others. But when you’re constantly running on empty, burnout isn’t far behind. In this episode of The Nurses' Break Room with Jenny Lytle, RN, I explore the power o…
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27. Escaping or Recharging? The Hidden Ways We Avoid Stress and How to Truly Rest
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8:05Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 In this episode of The Nurse's Breakroom, I’m getting real about something I recently discovered in my own life—how easy it is to mistake escape for rest. Between work, passion projects, and personal commitments, I found myself constantly consuming co…
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26. Bonus: Take a 3-Minute Beach Getaway: A Guided Meditation
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4:41Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 In this bonus episode of The Nurse's Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we’re taking a moment to pause, breathe, and find serenity through a guided meditation called At the Ocean. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just in need of a quick r…
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25. The Power of Positive Connections: Transform Your Life with a Spark Team
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6:13Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 "In this episode of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we dive into understanding what’s missing in your life—body, mind, and spirit. Discover how to envision a calmer, less stressed version of yourself and make intentional changes to bring t…
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24. Gratitude, Goals, and Growth: Essential Self-Care Practices for Nurses
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8:35Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 In this episode of The Nurse’s Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we dive into the transformative power of setting intentions and making space for self-care. As nurses, it’s easy to get caught in the whirlwind of busy schedules and caregiving, leaving li…
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23. Know Your Values to Maximize Fulfillment & Minimize Nurse Burnout
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6:18Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Discovering Meaning in Everyday Life: How Personal Values Shape Our Well-being In this episode of The Nurses' Breakroom, Jenny Lytle, RN, dives into the power of finding meaning in daily life by aligning with our personal values. Building on last week…
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22. Beyond Multitasking: How to Maximize Your Self-Care with Personalization
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9:28Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 In this episode of The Nurses' Breakroom, I share practical, quick, and simple self-care strategies for nurses, doctors, social workers, home health aides, medical assistants, and others in the healthcare field who face high levels of stress, compassi…
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21. The Confidence Boost You Need: Celebrating Small Wins for Big Impact
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5:56Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 In this episode of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we're diving into confidence—what lights us up and makes us feel empowered. Learn how to create a "wins file," a powerful tool to combat self-doubt, overcome imposter syndrome, and remind …
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20. What Lights You Up? Exploring the Power of Personalized Self-Care
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9:16Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 In this episode of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we dive into the next step of the BECOMING method—discovering what lights you up! As healthcare professionals, we're often drained by our demanding roles, and what recharges one person may…
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19. Self-Care Starts with Awareness: Assessing Your Baseline
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7:46Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Welcome to The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN! In this episode, we dive deep into the first step of the Becoming Method: establishing your baseline for effective self-care. Understanding your current well-being is crucial for personal transfor…
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18. Foundations of Self-Care: Why Self-Care is Essential for Nurses and Beyond
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7:09Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 In this episode of The Nurses' Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, we explore the foundations of self-care and why it’s critical for nurses and healthcare professionals. Jenny shares her personal journey through nursing burnout and the emotional impact of…
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17. Lie #9 "It Won't Really Make a Difference"
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4:47Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Can small steps really lead to monumental change? Join me, Jenny Lytle RN, as I tackle the common belief that "it won't really make a difference" in the latest episode of the Nurse's Breakroom. Inspired by Ruth Bader Ginsburg's timeless wisdom that en…
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16. Lie #8 "I Need to Leave the Past Behind"
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5:38Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Ever felt the pressure to bury your past and move on? Join us in this episode of the Nurse's Breakroom with Jenny Lytle, RN, as we debunk the myth that we need to leave the past behind us. Jenny opens up about her own journey, revealing how she learne…
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Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Ever felt like self-care is a luxury you simply can't afford? What if I told you that prioritizing yourself isn't just beneficial but absolutely essential? Welcome back to the Nurses Break Room with Jenny Lytle RN, where today we shatter the myth that…
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14. Bonus: Waterfall Meditation to Reset and Find Peace with Nurse Jenny Lytle
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4:15Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Ever feel like the week has gotten away from you and you just need a moment to breathe? Picture this: a powerful yet soothing waterfall cascading over you, washing away all your stress and worries. Join me, Jenny Lytle RN, for a special bonus episode …
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Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Procrastination is a silent thief of time and mental peace. Imagine how freeing it would be to stop telling yourself, "I'll do it later," and actually get things done. That's exactly what we tackle in this episode of the Nurses' Break Room with Jenny …
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Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Feeling overwhelmed by self-care? What if the real issue isn't the lack of knowledge, but an overload of options? Join me, Jenny Lytle RN, in this transformative episode of the Nurses' Break Room, where we tackle lie number five: "I don't know where t…
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Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Ever feel like you just don’t measure up? Join me, Jenny Lytle RN, as I bare my soul and share my personal battles with the lie, "I'm not good enough." Discover how social media's highlight reels can distort our self-perception and deepen our insecuri…
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Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 What if "I'm not ready" is just a lie we tell ourselves to avoid stepping out of our comfort zones? Join me, Jenny Lytle, RN, as I unravel the myth that holds so many of us back from pursuing our dreams. Through personal stories and honest reflections…
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9. New book coming soon and I'd love for you to be a part of it!
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7:17Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 I have been hard at work getting my book written, and I'm getting so close! But I've also learned a lot - like there's a whole lot of steps that I had never even thought about when I was reading books. I'd love for you to join my launch team. My book …
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Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Ever caught yourself thinking, "I shouldn't feel this way"? Join me, Jenny Lytle RN, as I unpack the judgmental nature of our emotions in this week's episode of The Nurses' Breakroom. Drawing from my own life and professional experience, I'll shed lig…
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Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 "I don't have time." How often do you find yourself defaulting to this excuse? Join me, Jenny Lytle RN, in this relatable episode of The Nurses' Breakroom as we tackle the myth of being too busy. I'll share personal stories from my own life, like mana…
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6. Bonus: Relax and Destress in the Forest with Me
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5:27Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Ever find yourself startled by the sudden rustle of a squirrel or soothed by the melodic chirping of birds? I certainly did, amidst the gentle embrace of the woods, where I paused to let nature's symphony wash over me. Today's journey is not just a wa…
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5. Bonus: Visualizing the Transition to Your Best Weekend Yet
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6:49Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Ever feel like you're just counting the minutes until the weekend? Allow me to guide you through the perfect transition from your hectic workweek to your rejuvenating days off. This episode of the Nurses’ Break Room is all about finding balance and em…
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3. My Own Mental Health and Self-Discovery
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10:11Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 It's easy to sweep our mental health under the rug, convincing ourselves we're fine. But sometimes, that rug gets pulled out from beneath us, and we're forced to face the music. Join me as I share the raw and real moments of my own mental health journ…
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Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Grasping the delicate threads of hope and fortitude, my own battle with the lurking shadows of mental health has been a profound journey I share with you. As Jenny Lytle, a seasoned nurse with three decades of experience, I confront the guilt-ridden t…
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2. Helping Others Really Does Help Us, Too
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13:52Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 As a nurse with three decades of experience and a heart for serving others, I've found a paradoxical truth: helping others isn't just noble; it's nourishing. "Wonder Drug" inspired me to reflect on how selflessness serves as a balm for our own souls. …
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1. Saying Thanks for the Little Things Bring Joy
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7:29Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Ever feel like you're racing against the clock, with barely a moment for self-care or reflection? I'm Jenny Lytle, a seasoned nurse, opening the doors to our virtual nurses' break room—a sanctuary for healthcare warriors. In the hustle of hospital cor…
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0. Healing the Healers: Embracing Self-Care in Nursing with Jenny Lytle RN
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3:20Send me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) 💕 Embarking on a new path often means confronting the trials we face head-on, something I've had to learn the hard way. As your host, Jenny Lytle RN, I'm shedding light on the silent battles we nurses fight within and highlighting the dire need for self…
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