Ep 162: Breaking the Busy Trap, Strategies for Boundaries, and Avoiding the Stress Spiral with Carey Nieuwhof

We're Going There with Bianca Juarez

That Sounds Fun Network

Christianity, Religion & Spirituality

5.0 • 839 Ratings

🗓️ 8 July 2024

⏱️ 44 minutes

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Feeling overwhelmed by the fast pace of life, constant pressures and never-ending to-do list? You're not alone. I get to dive deep into the challenges of navigating today's fast-paced world with former lawyer turned pastor turned podcaster, Carey Nieuwhof. Listen and learn how to: Prioritize your relationships and protect your time Maximize your productivity through focused work Manage your energy for optimal performance Break free from the stress cycle Implement effective strategies for taking breaks that recharge you This episode is packed with actionable tips and insights to help you thrive in today's demanding environment. Show your appreciation to Carey by tagging him @careynieuwhof and me @biancaolthoff. Until next time, B RESOURCES/LINKS Guest Carey Nieuwhof https://careynieuwhof.com/ Book: At Your Best: How to Get Time, Energy, and Priorities Working in Your Favor Book: Leading Change Without Losing It: Five Strategies That Can Revolutionize How You Lead Change When Facing Opposition Podcast: The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast Quote You know how to do a vacation. Well, but time off won't heal you because the problem is how you spend your time on. Takeaways Our relational circles have expanded due to technology, leading to overwhelm and burnout. Setting boundaries and prioritizing relationships are essential for managing the constant pressure of life. Managing energy and identifying peak productivity hours can help optimize productivity and prevent burnout. Creating a daily routine that includes self-care practices and intentional social interactions can contribute to overall well-being and balance. Prioritize your 'green zone' to optimize your time, energy, and efforts. Eliminate distractions and focus on deep work to produce your best work. Manage interruptions and develop a disciplined approach to work. Take extended breaks to rest and rejuvenate, allowing for personal growth and increased productivity. ⋇ Convoy of Hope - Empowering Women and Girls Together Donate here ⋇ Bianca’s new book Grit Don't Quit: Developing Resilience And Faith When Giving Up Isn't An Option ⋇ The Grit Don’t Quit Bible Study is now available. ⋇ So grateful to our sponsors! This episode is sponsored by Airdoctor. Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code WGT you’ll receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value! ⋇ Subscribe to We’re Going There on your favorite podcast app so you don’t miss out on any of the great topics and conversations. Don’t forget to leave a loving review! Apple Spotify ⋇ Visit biancaolthoff.com/resources to learn more about books and other resources from Bianca. ⋇ Want to stay connected, join the community today. ⋇ WGT email: podcast@inthenameoflove.org ⋇ Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: bradtsushima94@aol.com, Spotify: “R.A.D.” ⋇ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:30.8	They're awesome. You know how to do a vacation well, but time off won't heal you because the problem is how
0:36.3	you spend your time on.
0:39.7	It's about time because we're going there.
0:47.0	Oh yeah, friends. It is another episode of we're going there. And I am showing up. Why?
0:51.3	Because I love you. And this is what I've heard from a number of podcast listeners,
0:55.5	ministry leaders, or stay at home moms. There is a sense of people feeling burned out and not knowing how to balance life and work and family, boundaries, energy,
1:00.9	especially when the world is moving so fast. If that is you and you resonate with that,
1:04.7	welcome to we're going there. My name is Bianca Watis Oltoff, and today we get to have an
1:08.8	amazing interview with Carrie Newhoff, former lawyer turned pastor turned podcaster.
1:14.4	And we're going to talk about the pace of life and the challenges of constant pressure that come with it.
1:19.7	We are going to discuss how our relational circles have expanded due to technology, leading not to healthier relationships, but leading to sometimes feeling overwhelmed
1:29.2	and even to the point of us feeling burnout. Carrie, brilliant mind, amazing thinker,
1:35.2	one of my favorite authors actually shares strategies for setting boundaries and prioritizing
1:39.3	relationships. Together we explore the importance of managing energy and identifying peak
1:44.0	productivity hours. Let me tell
1:45.7	you something, friends. This conversation has changed how I run my calendar, my life, and yes,
1:51.0	even my relationships. I get to lift the hood, if you will, and share my daily routine and
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