Shannon Swales, is a midlife woman who has spent much of her life navigating anxiety, bouts of depression, and, more recently, burnout and compassion fatigue. She has always felt a deep connection to both animals and people in need, drawn to understanding human behavior and helping those who are suffering. Shannon’s journey has evolved from trying to meet external expectations to discovering her true self and what she needs to flourish. As the founder of Burnout Psychology Support, author of Nothing Left to Give: A Psychologist's Path Back from Burnout, and host of the When Burnout Becomes Reality podcast, she blends personal insight with professional expertise to help others recover and grow. Alongside her work as a psychologist, Shannon finds joy in the simple things—travel, quiet moments at home with her husband and two dogs, and the continual exploration of what it means to live authentically.
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Shannon Swales
Shannon Swales, is a midlife woman who has spent much of her life navigating anxiety, bouts of depression, and, more recently, burnout and compassion fatigue. She has always felt a deep connection to both animals and people in need, drawn to understanding human behavior and helping those who are suffering. Shannon’s journey has evolved from trying […]