Prioritize Yourself with Sheena Johnson

Today, we gently explore who you are beyond your roles and responsibilities.

Beyond what you do for others… 

and answer the question who are you without the badge?

This is the beginning of reconnecting with your true self.

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In this episode, you give yourself permission to want more.

More rest. More peace. More balance.

Because wanting more for your life doesn’t make you ungrateful—it makes you aware.

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Today, we gently explore who you are beyond your roles and responsibilities.

Beyond what you do for others

and who you are without the badge?

This is the beginning of reconnecting with your true self.

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Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint

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Today, we look at the hidden cost of always saying yes.

Because every time you say yes to others when you mean no. You are saying no to yourself. You are abandoning yourself.

This is where awareness begins to shift into truth.

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Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint

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In this episode, we bring awareness to the inner voice of guilt.

The one that tells you to keep going, do more, and put yourself last.

Today, you begin to question that voice—and create space for a new one.

Here are some useful links for you:

Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint

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In this episode, we explore the pattern of overgiving, constantly saying yes, showing up for others, and putting yourself last, even when you’re exhausted.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re giving more than you have, this is your moment to pause and become aware of where your energy is going.

Because the truth is… overgiving doesn’t only drain you, but it also disconnects you from yourself. It prevents you from giving yourself the time to focus on things that bring you joy.

This episode will help you gently recognise these patt...

In this episode, we explore what it really means to let go…

Let go of the pressure, 

the expectations, 

the overthinking, 

and the need to keep proving yourself.

If you’ve been holding on to things that are draining your energy or keeping you stuck, this is your reminder that you don’t have to carry it all.

This is your moment to pause, release, and create space for a lighter, more aligned version of you.

Because sometimes… letting go is where your healing begins.

And if...

In this episode, I want you to pause for a moment… and really hear this:

If you’ve been feeling unseen, overwhelmed, or disconnected from who you are…
This episode is for you.

I see you.

I see the woman who keeps going, even when she’s exhausted.
The one who shows up for everyone else… while quietly putting herself last.
The one who carries so much, yet rarely feels seen, supported, or understood.

I get you… because I’ve been you.

This episode is your reminder that...

If you feel like your life is set on Go 

This is for you.

This is your moment to pause, breathe, and check in on yourself.

Let everything wait on you. 

You deserve to feel good inside too. 

If this resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit.

I am rooting for you.

Remember Prioritising you is your best medicine

Here are some useful links for you:

Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and...

Welcome to The Power Pause …

A space created for the woman who gives so much of herself to everyone else,
Yet somehow feels like she’s the one left behind.

Whether you’re a nurse, a healthcare professional, a mother, a leader, or simply a woman trying to hold it all together…
I see you.

I get you… because I’ve been you.

This isn’t just another podcast about self-care.
This is your invitation to pause… reset… and reconnect with who you are beyond the roles, the responsibilities...

What if you could unlock the secrets to achieving balance and fulfillment in both your personal and professional life? 

This episode is your guide to making it happen.  
In this episode, I share my personal Morning Ritual that truly sets me up for a productive day.

You’ll discover practical strategies for nurturing your mind, body, and soul while creating clarity and time freedom in your life.

  
Whether you’re a healthcare professional striving for balance or someone ready to step into their truest self, this episode is packed with empowering insights...

 If you’ve been sacrificing sleep to get more done, this episode is for you.

Here are some useful links for you:

Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint

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Could you be burned out? Burnout isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a silent epidemic affecting nurses everywhere. In this episode, I’m getting real about how I recognised I was completely burnt out while working in an acute hospital, the warning signs I ignored, and how I found my way back to feeling like me again.

I’ll walk you through the emotional, physical, and spiritual symptoms I experienced and share the top 5 tools that helped me reclaim my well-being from the inside out.

If you’re a nurse constantly giving, pushing through exhaustion...

Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I can’t do that,” “I’m not good at tech,” or “That’s just not me”?

 You're not alone, and the hard truth is, those thoughts are lies your brain tells you to keep you safe and comfortable… but also stuck.

In today’s episode, I’m calling out those sneaky inner critics and showing you how to flip the script. You’ll hear:

✅ Why your brain resists growth, even when it knows change will be good for you
 ✅ How I overcame my “I’m allergic to tech” story...

Have you ever felt invisible, silenced, or scared to speak up? This episode is for you 

-The day I finally said YES to myself.

This episode is about how I found my voice again after years of second-guessing, staying quiet around senior leaders, and carrying the weight of unhealed fear. I share how one childhood moment shaped my silence, how I broke free from it through public speaking coaching, and what I’ve learned about self-expression, confidence, and healing.

If you’ve ever felt silenced, stuck, or scared to speak...

Have you ever been asked to cover just one more shift, and felt your stomach twist with guilt at the thought of saying no?
You’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re getting honest about the guilt nurses and healthcare professionals carry when trying to set boundaries. If you’ve ever felt torn between being a team player and protecting your peace, this is your permission slip to choose you, without shame.

💡 We’ll break down:

Are you done feeling guilty for putting yourself last?

Are You Ready to put yourself first and fill your cup, celebrate and own your expertise? 

I am Sheena Deborah Johnson, nurse prescriber, mindset coach, and advocate for your well-being. This space is your permission slip to pause, protect your peace, and reclaim your life outside of work.

Each episode delivers real talk, practical tools, empowering affirmations, and mindset shifts to help you break free from burnout, people-pleasing, and sabotaging yourself. Whether you’re navigating toxic work dynamics, struggling with self-worth, or simply exhausted fro...

Are you constantly putting things off? your workout, career goals, or even rest, because you're caught up in living for everyone else? In this episode, I’m calling out the cycle of procrastination masked as people-pleasing and fear of change. 

Just because you’ve always done things a certain way doesn’t mean you must stay stuck there.

I get you 100%

And I’m here to help you break the habit of putting yourself last. Tune in as I share 3 powerful mindset shifts that will help you stop avoiding your needs and start prioritis...

Have you ever felt like work has completely taken over your life?

Are you smiling on the outside, but feeling empty on the inside?

If that sounds like you, this episode is exactly what you need.

We're talking about how to reignite your spark when you're running on empty- whether dealing with exhaustion, burnout, or just feeling disconnected from your joy.

I’m sharing 3 simple but powerful tips to help you create your personal “Laugh List”. A tool to get you genuinely smiling, laughing, and feeling like you again.

Be...

Do you struggle to get time for a break?

Or even time to get away from the bedside to get some fresh air.

Today, we shared some actionable steps you can take to reset and recenter on a 12-hour shift so you can leave work at work and go home and spend quality time with your family rather than crashing out on the sofa.

If you have any of this resonate, message me on Instagram and let's continue the conversation.

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If you constantly worry when you say no or feel like you are letting people down when you say No. 

This episode will help you firmly say YES with confidence.

We talked about:

Here are some useful links for you:

Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and...

Do you feel guilty when you put yourself first or when you say no?

In today's episode, we discuss some of the challenges nurses face in prioritizing self-care. It addresses the guilt when it comes to putting your personal needs first, and we also explored some of the reasons why nurses struggle to put themselves first.

We talked about:

Hello and Welcome! fellow nurse friends. Let's get ready to put yourselves first and ditch burnout, the guilt, and overwhelm that comes with saying no. And say hello to Ease, joy, and balance in and outside of your profession.

Here are some useful links for you:

Download my Free Beating Burnout Guide for nurses and healthcare professionals, Beating Burnout Blueprint

-Follow me on Instagram

-Follow me on LinkedIn (25) Sheena Johnson | LinkedIn

If you loved this episode, Click the SUBSCRIBE and stay up to date for your w...

Are you constantly putting things off?

your workout, career goals, or even rest, because you're caught up in living for everyone else? In this episode, I’m calling out the cycle of procrastination masked as people-pleasing and fear of change. Just because you’ve always done things a certain way doesn’t mean you have to stay stuck there.

I  am here to help you break the habit of putting yourself last. 

Today I share 3 powerful mindset shifts that will help you stop avoiding your needs and start prioritising YOU. Plus, I give you one...