Professionals’ Recovery Room

S1 E8- After the Layoff: Smart Moves for What Comes Next

Laid off? In this episode, we walk through smart next steps—from upskilling and side gigs to resume tips and finding your best-fit role.

S1 E7: The Layoff Culture

Layoffs are everywhere right now—and if you’re feeling the impact, you’re not alone. In this episode, we take a grounded look at the current wave of layoffs across industries and first steps on how to move forward.
You’ll hear:
The impact of layoffs
Steps you can take right now to start moving forward
Check out my 3-week layoff recovery program FREE for the month of June (with code JUNEGIFT) designed to help you reset, rebuild confidence, and begin your next chapter with clarity.  Find it here: https://www.symecc.com/challenges
 

S1 E6: Building Better Boundaries — From Awareness to Action

In Episode 5, we explored what boundaries are and why they matter. But what happens when you realize you don’t have enough of them—and you’re not sure where to begin?
In this episode, M walks you step by step through how to:
Identify where your boundaries are missing
Start setting them with confidence
Handle pushback with clarity—not fear
You’ll hear real-world examples, learn simple scripts to help you get started, and uncover the mindset shifts that make boundary-setting less overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating overcommitment at work, people-pleasing patterns, or just feeling stretched too thin—this episode is here to help you build boundaries that actually stick.
✨ Plus: You’ll get a challenge to practice one healthy boundary this week—so you can go from burned out to balanced, one step at a time.
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S1 E5: Boundaries — What They Are and Why They Matter

If you’ve ever said yes when you were exhausted, kept quiet to avoid conflict, or felt like people just walk all over you—this episode is for you.
In today’s conversation, M breaks down what boundaries actually are, why they’re critical to protecting your energy, and the surprising ways a lack of boundaries is linked to burnout. 
 Plus, you’ll leave with a clearer understanding of:
What healthy boundaries look and sound like
When and where to set them
And how to avoid using boundaries to avoid deeper issues
This one’s honest, supportive, and packed with clarity—especially if you’ve been stretched too thin for too long.
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S1 E4: Toxic Leadership & Culture: Spotting the Signs of Toxicity Before You’re Hired

Before you say yes to that new job, stop and ask: What kind of leadership am I walking into?
In this episode, M takes you inside the signs of toxic leadership and teaches you how to spot them—before you accept an offer. Because once you're inside a toxic workplace, the harm is already happening.
You’ll learn:
How toxic leadership shows up in the culture 
Specific red flags to look for during the interview process
Questions to ask when you interview the interviewer
What to do when the toxicity starts at the top
With real stories, clear examples, and zero fluff, this episode helps you move from burned out to self-protected—starting before day one.
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S1 E3: The Toxic Workplace — What It Is, How It Impacts You, and What You Can Do

Toxic workplaces don’t always look toxic at first glance—but if you’re questioning your worth, dodging politics, or watching people break down around you, it’s time to look closer.
In this episode, I share personal stories and research-backed insights on what truly defines a toxic workplace (and what doesn’t), how it impacts your mental and physical health, and why it destroys productivity and morale. You’ll learn how to recognize red flags, protect your energy, and take practical steps if you’re currently stuck in a toxic job.
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S1 E2: Burnout: Did You Try This? Why It Didn’t Work — And What Will”

You took time off. Booked the massage. Downloaded the meditation app. You tried to push through, get organized, stay positive…And you’re still burned out.
In Episode 2, M breaks down why common burnout “fixes” don’t work—and what actually does.You’ll learn:
Why things like time off, pampering, or multitasking often make burnout worse
What real recovery looks like through nervous system support, boundary rebuilding, and restorative rituals
Gentle, research-backed steps you can start today (without doing more)
If you’ve been trying to “snap out of it” and nothing’s changing—this is the episode you need.
💡 Download the free Burnout Recovery Ritual Builder at symecc.com or on Facebook at SYME Professional Coaching and Consulting🎧 New episodes every other Wednesday

S1 E1: Does This Sound Like You? How to Know You’re in Burnout (and What to Do Next)

In this powerful first episode, host M asks the question so many professionals are afraid to say out loud: "Does this sound like you?" If you're exhausted but still pushing, dreading Mondays by Saturday, or feeling numb even while you're achieving—this might be burnout.
You’ll learn:
What burnout really looks like (it’s more than just being tired)
What recent research says about the rising burnout crisis
The first gentle steps you can take to begin healing
This episode isn’t just awareness—it’s your first breath toward recovery.💡 Free burnout reflection tool available at symecc.com or on Facebook at SYME Professional Coaching and Consulting🎧 New episodes every other Wednesday

Intro: Welcome to The Professionals Recovery Room — A Space for the Burned Out, Overwhelmed, and Over It

Welcome to The Professionals Recovery Room—a podcast for high-achievers who are tired of pushing through exhaustion, holding it all together, and pretending they're fine. In this short intro, host M shares the mission behind the podcast and what you can expect in the episodes ahead.
If you’ve been feeling disconnected, drained, or done—this is your space to recover, reset, and remember who you are beyond the burnout.
💡 New episodes drop every other Wednesday.🎧 Learn more or grab free tools at symecc.com📲 Follow on Facebook: SYME Professional Coaching and Consulting