On this week’s podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Anita Buzzy Prentiss, a professional photographer On this week’s podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Megan Wollerton, the founder of Life Force Wellness LLC. Our conversation focused on overcoming burnout, transforming workplace cultures, and maintaining resilience in the face of life’s challenges.
From Burnout to Breakthrough: A Journey of Transformation
When I asked Megan about her journey, she shared her experience of burnout in the demanding oil and gas industry. She emphasized the importance of recognizing when you’re stuck and the power of unexpected changes. Megan’s wake-up call came when she was forced to step back from her career, realizing how disconnected she had become from her personal life and well-being.
Embracing Wellness as a Path to Resilience
Megan highlighted the transformative power of focusing on physical and mental health. She stressed that taking care of ourselves isn’t selfish but essential for building resilience and maintaining healthy relationships. Throughout our conversation, Megan emphasized the importance of self-reflection and being willing to make significant life changes when necessary.
Reshaping Corporate Wellness: Beyond Surface-Level Solutions
We discussed how Megan’s personal experience led her to found Life Force Wellness, with a mission to transform workplace cultures. She shared her frustration with surface-level wellness initiatives like yoga classes or ping pong tables, emphasizing the need to address root causes of stress and burnout in the workplace. Megan’s approach focuses on creating psychologically safe work environments and teaching leaders to recognize and address the triggers that lead to employee stress and turnover.
Addressing Mental Health in the Workplace
Megan shared alarming statistics about mental health, particularly among younger generations in the workforce. She stressed the importance of year-round focus on mental health, not just during awareness months. Megan’s work involves teaching cognitive therapies and de-escalation techniques to help employees manage triggers and stress in the workplace.
Finding Inspiration in Personal Growth and Transformation
When asked about what drives her, Megan spoke passionately about her journey from burnout to wellness advocate. She emphasized the importance of continuous learning and adapting to meet the evolving needs of her clients. Megan’s story serves as an inspiration for those looking to make significant career changes and find purpose in helping others.
Key Takeaways
My conversation with Megan reinforced several valuable lessons for overcoming burnout and building resilience:
- Recognize when you’re stuck and be open to unexpected changes
- Prioritize physical and mental well-being as foundations for resilience
- Address root causes of stress rather than surface-level solutions
- Learn techniques to manage triggers and de-escalate stressful situations
- Cultivate a daily gratitude practice to shift perspective
- Seek support and resources when dealing with trauma or severe stress
- Create psychologically safe environments in both personal and professional life
The overall message is to cultivate resilience, self-awareness, and a holistic approach to well-being as you navigate life’s challenges. Megan’s journey from burnout to wellness advocate serves as a powerful reminder that with the right tools and mindset, we can transform our greatest struggles into opportunities for growth and positive impact.
Learn more about Megan
After experiencing burnout in the demanding oil and gas industry, Megan shifted her focus to health and wellness, discovering a passion for teaching physical well-being and mental resilience. Recognizing the need for a holistic approach, she founded Life Force Wellness LLC, helping corporate leaders transform workplace cultures to prioritize employee well-being. With a background in business and psychology, Megan specializes in work-life balance and the seven dimensions of wellness. She holds multiple certifications in personal training, health coaching, nutrition, corporate wellness, positive psychology, stress management, and sleep and recovery coaching.
