Dear Encourager: The Podcast
Dear Encourager: The Podcast
Podcast Description
Real conversations, encouragement, and hope for anyone living with chronic illness. Hosted by Keesha Nix and Vanessa Scott, Dear Encourager is a space to be seen, supported, and strengthened — one story at a time.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast primarily addresses themes of mental health awareness, self-care, and coping with chronic illness. For example, in episodes like Beyond Burnout, the hosts explore mental health challenges faced by nurses and strategies to create healthy boundaries. Additionally, The ABCs of Mental Health episode provides practical frameworks for understanding and prioritizing mental wellness amid societal challenges.
Real conversations, encouragement, and hope for anyone living with chronic illness. Hosted by Keesha Nix and Vanessa Scott, Dear Encourager is a space to be seen, supported, and strengthened — one story at a time.
In this episode, Vanessa Scott and Keesha Nix discuss the critical importance of mental health awareness, particularly in the nursing profession. They explore the unique challenges nurses face, especially in the wake of COVID-19, and the prevalence of burnout and compassion fatigue. The discussion emphasizes the need for self-care, therapy, and creating healthy boundaries to support mental well-being. They also address systemic inequalities in healthcare and the importance of normalizing mental health discussions. The conversation concludes with actionable strategies for nurses to prioritize their mental health and well-being.
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.