#148 Curing Burnout with Creative Play with Alexandra Reid

<p><br>In this episode, we talk to Alexandra Reid. She is a scientist, artist and coach who allows herself to be a beginner again. Alexandra lives in Canada. </p><p>Alexandra tells us about sitting on a comma with burnout. During the pandemic, her important job moved into her personal space, as much of the world shifted to working from home. The pressure to perform for the sake of the job and the common good began to take a toll on Alexandra. Over a period of two years, she approached a critical point in such small steps she didn’t notice them. Then, a “doodling moment” happened that changed her entire trajectory. Tune in to hear what Alexandra means when she says “I had to give myself permission to just play”. </p><p>You can find Alexandra on:</p><ul><li><p>Website: <a href="https://mindartwellness.com/">https://mindartwellness.com/</a>  </p></li><li><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-j-reid/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-j-reid/</a>  </p></li><li><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lexireidstudio/">https://www.instagram.com/lexireidstudio/ </a> </p></li></ul><p>Alexandra would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:</p><p>Mental Health Recovery Partners  <a href="https://mhrp.ca/">https://mhrp.ca</a>  Mental Health Recovery Partners South Island (formerly BC Schizophrenia Society, South Island) has been a proud and accomplished member of the mental health and substance use sector for 40 years. MHRP SI is a recovery oriented, charitable non-profit society whose objective is to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use challenges. We are committed to hope and support for all experiencing mental health challenges with or without substance use. Our many programs and services provide help to people living with anxiety &amp; depression, mood disorders, schizophrenia and other disorders.</p><p>#arttherapy #creativeplay #burnoutrecovery #doodlingmoment #letgoofexpectations #playforplayssake #seewhereitgoes #takeoffthepressure #cautionofoldhabits #accessthewell #youredoingitagain #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma</p><p>Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ </p><p>Come Alive.</p><p><br></p><p>Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! <a href="https://offthecomma.com/podcast/"><u>https://offthecomma.com/podcast/</u></a> </p><p>Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! <a href="https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma"><u>https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma</u></a> </p><p>While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at <a href="http://www.offthecomma.com/"><u>www.offthecomma.com</u></a>. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: <a href="https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/"><u>https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/</u></a> </p><p> </p><p>Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!</p>