In this episode, Tara tackles the challenge of how to keep it together when life feels like it’s falling apart. She shares a personal story about managing chaos during a flea infestation with her five dogs (surprise twist, there’s a lot of dog pee involved!) and uses it to discuss how to handle stress and overwhelm when everything seems to go wrong. Tara breaks down practical steps for navigating burnout and stress, including how to prioritize what really matters, tips for staying grounded during chaotic moments, and why it’s essential to give yourself grace when life doesn’t go as planned. She reminds listeners that while the chaos may feel overwhelming, burnout recovery is possible, and you’re more capable of handling life’s curveballs than you think.

Check out the detailed show notes (https://tarakermiet.com/podcast/) and leave your thoughts or questions about today's topic.

00:00 Introduction: A Day in the Life

00:13 The Flea Infestation Fiasco

01:44 The Pee-pocalypse

03:08 Finding Humor in Chaos

03:27 Strategies to Keep It Together

05:48 The Myth of Multitasking

06:36 Prioritizing and Taking It One Step at a Time

08:21 Lowering Expectations and Avoiding Burnout

11:19 Embracing Excellence Over Perfection

11:45 Giving Yourself Grace

12:11 Handling Life's Messiness

13:06 Building Resilience Through Self-Compassion

15:26 The Temporary Nature of Tough Times

20:21 Navigating Chaos Without Losing Your Mind

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I’m Tara Kermiet, a leadership coach specializing in burnout prevention and work-life integration. I know what it’s like to feel like you’re holding it all together with duct tape and coffee. But success doesn’t have to mean running yourself ragged. I help high achievers find work-life balance and shine as badass leaders.

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