In this episode of the Leadership Sovereignty Podcast, hosts Ralph Owens and Terry Baylor welcome Amethyst Roberson, a seasoned therapist, to discuss the critical themes of self-care, burnout, and leadership. Amethyst shares insights on the predictability of burnout, the importance of self-awareness, and the distinction between character and capacity in leadership roles. The conversation emphasizes the need for leaders to recognize their own conditions and capacities to effectively support their teams and prevent burnout.
Key Takeaways
-Burnout is predictable and can be managed proactively.
-Setting resolutions about burnout is essential for leaders.
-Understanding your capacity is crucial for effective leadership.
-Character and capacity are distinct but interconnected concepts.
-Leaders must stabilize themselves before offering solutions to others.
-Self-awareness is key to recognizing early signs of burnout.
-Performance mode can hinder self-reflection and awareness.
-Leaders should consider their team's conditions and capacities.
-Courage is necessary to face challenges as a leader.
-The journey of self-care should be ongoing, not a destination.
Chapters
00:00 Before You Burn Out — The Leadership Wake-Up Call
01:15 Can Leaders Truly Prevent Burnout Before It Starts?
02:32 The Four Tenets of Holistic Leadership
03:49 Why Burnout Is Predictable — and What to Do About It
05:26 The Signs You’re Running Out of Capacity
06:35 The 3Cs Every Leader Must Protect
07:50 Stabilize Before You Lead — Internal Work First
09:23 “Capacity Is Not Character” Explained
10:40 How Great Leaders Read Their Team’s Condition
12:31 Performance Mode and the Path to Restoration
Amethyst Roberson
Website - https://www.leadershipsovereignty.com/guests/amethyst-roberson/
Internal IQ Card (Capacity, Condition, Courage) https://amethystroberson.com/internal-iq-card
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