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Shift Happens: The Health Podcast for Healthcare Workers

Shift Happens is the no-BS health podcast for healthcare workers sick of being sick, tired, and run into the ground. Hosted by Mary, rad tech turned health coach who lost 30 pounds and dug her way out of burnout, this show is where we stop putting patients first and start putting YOU first. Expect real talk, hot takes, and zero sugar-coating on topics like burnout recovery, sustainable weight loss, boundaries in scrubs, and how to actually feel good again in your body and your life. If you"re a

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All Episodes

25:28

Case Study: How Amy Lost 27 Pounds on Rotating Shifts...

Shift Happens: The Health Podcast for Healthcare Workers ·

2025/09/10

Real healthcare life, real results. In this episode I’m pulling back the curtain on how my client Amy dropped 27 pounds while working unpredictable IR cases, juggling locations, and dealing with perimenopause. Without quitting her job or living in the gym. We cover: Macros for healthcare workers (the non-influencer way): why we focused on protein + calories and kept fats smart for hormone support. When you “forget to eat” on shift: fixing under-fueling so you don’t face-plant into the pantry at

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22:11

How I Stopped Binge Eating After Shifts (and Lost 30...

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2025/09/03

Let’s be real, healthcare is heavy. You walk through the door after a brutal 12-hour shift, straight into the freezer, the pantry, or the bottom a wine bottle. Then comes the guilt. The cycle repeats. I know, because I lived it. I didn’t gain the “freshman 15”… I gained the “healthcare 30.” In this week’s episode of Shift Happens, I’m sharing exactly how I broke free from the binge-guilt-repeat loop, lost 30 pounds, and stopped letting this career run me into the ground. We’re talking boundaries

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23:33

Shift Work Boundaries: Stop Letting Healthcare Eat...

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2025/08/27

You clock out and keep working. Answering texts, skipping meals, dragging all that stress home. This week I’m talking boundaries. The real kind. Not just “say no to overtime” (though, yeah, that too). I mean: Eating during your damn shift, even if it’s just a protein bar between patients. Putting your phone down when you clock out (your manager will survive). Using your PTO without guilt — because newsflash you earned it. Learning how to leave the heavy hospital shit at the hospital so your

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15:28

The Brutal Truth: Healthcare Jobs ARE Physically...

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2025/08/20

Here’s the truth: every patient care role is physically demanding. In this episode of Shift Happens, I’m breaking down the reality of healthcare life: 🫣the constant lifting 🫣the long hours on your feet 🫣why so many of us end up exhausted 🫣aching before our shift even ends. But I’m also giving you the real solution: it’s not about wishing the job was easier, it’s about making your body, your boundaries, and your habits strong enough to handle it. I’ll share how focusing on my own health

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29:21

Healthcare Shift Tips: Time Management That Actually...

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2025/08/13

In this episode of Shift Happens, we’re breaking down realistic time management strategies designed for healthcare workers. No overcomplicated planners or Pinterest-perfect schedules. Just practical, real-world tips to help you manage your time, protect your energy, and actually enjoy life outside of work! We'll dive into: What's really taking your time and how to take it back! A real life example of how to time block per day! The biggest tips on time management as a healthcare worker. 📝 Take

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17:52

How to Survive (and Thrive) on Night Shift Without...

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2025/08/06

Working night shift doesn't have to mean wrecking your health, ditching your goals, or losing your grip on reality—and in this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to stay sane, nourished, and actually human when you're working nights. Whether you love the calm and chaos-free vibe of the night crew (hi, me!) or you’re stuck on nights and feeling like a shell of yourself, this episode is your no-BS guide to building a routine that works with your schedule, not against it. I’m walking you through:

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15:04

Burned Out, Broken Down & Over It. The Stats...

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2025/07/30

Let’s get one thing straight: healthcare isn’t just hard.. it’s hazardous. In this episode of Shift Happens, I’m breaking down the shocking stats about what healthcare is actually doing to us behind the scenes (think: physical injuries, chronic illness, and mental burnout)... and why you don’t have to be one of them. We’re talking: Why healthcare workers are 2x more likely to be injured at work The wild truth that 1 in 3 HCWs have a chronic illness like diabetes, heart disease, or hypertension

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34:32

Burnout, Boundaries, and Drive Thru: Weight Loss for...

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2025/07/23

If you think burnout only happens in healthcare, think again. In this episode, I chat with nutrition coach Kim Ritter - former marathoner, corporate girlie, and queen of guilt-free Chick-fil-A — about how she overcame burnout, set boundaries at work, and lost weight without giving up fast food or her sanity. We dive into: ✨ Why burnout looks the same in scrubs and behind the desk and what to do about it ✨ How to set realistic boundaries with your job (and your phone 📱) ✨ The truth about eating

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15:41

How to Actually Lose Weight Working 12+ Hour Shifts...

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2025/07/16

If you’ve tried diet after diet and still feel stuck, exhausted, burnt out, and frustrated that nothing seems to work with your healthcare schedule.. this episode is for you. I’m breaking down the exact 3-step process I used to lose 30 pounds (while working 12+ hour shifts) and the same system I use with my clients who’ve lost 20–60+ pounds without cutting carbs, spending hours at the gym, or drinking some magical “mocktail.” We’ll talk about: ✅ Why you keep falling off track and how to fix it ✅

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23:51

How to Feel Seen and Supported When No One...

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2025/07/09

You work 12+ hour shifts, see things most people will never understand, and still come home to questions and expectations from everyone else. If you’ve ever felt like nobody in your life really “gets it,” this episode is for you. I’m sharing how burnout and unspoken expectations almost wrecked my closest relationship and what finally helped me feel supported, even when no one really understood what it’s like to work in healthcare. I’ll walk you through how to actually ask for what you need, set

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12:11

The Invisible Achiever: When Doing It All Still Isn’t...

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2025/07/02

You show up early, stay late, teach the newbies, crush every shift… and still feel completely invisible. If you're the one everyone depends on but no one acknowledges, you’re not crazy, and you’re not alone. You're likely an Invisible Achiever, and this episode is your wake-up call. We’re diving into: The trap of tying your worth to your work ethic Why burnout can look like over-functioning without praise How to stop waiting for recognition and start celebrating yourself Blunt (but loving)

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11:48

The Checked Out Queen: Going Through The Motions On...

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2025/07/02

Feeling like you're just a body in scrubs going through the motions? You might be the Checked Out Queen: one of the four burnout types no one talks about but way too many of us are living. If you dread your alarm, completely tune out on shift, and wonder when you stopped giving a damn… this one’s for you. In this episode of Shift Happens, we dive into: The telltale signs you’re deep in burnout (and not just tired) What actually causes you to check out emotionally How to close the stress cycle

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11:20

The Silent Struggler: When “I’m Fine” Is Hiding...

Shift Happens: The Health Podcast for Healthcare Workers ·

2025/07/02

You’ve got polished scrubs, a forced smile, and your “I’m fine” game is strong. But inside? You’re running on fumes and hiding it from everyone. This episode is for my Silent Strugglers, the healthcare women who hold it all together on the outside while falling apart on the inside. In this raw and honest conversation, we’re uncovering: Why your high-functioning burnout is easy to miss (even by you) How perfectionism is keeping you stuck in silence What to do when asking for help feels like

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12:22

Are You the Hospital’s Do-It-All Girl? Burnout Type:...

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2025/07/02

You’re the one they always call when someone calls out. The first to answer the call light. The one picking up extra shifts like it's your side hustle. And now? You're one more “team player” compliment away from snapping. Welcome to the world of the Over Giver. One of the most common (and most exhausting) burnout types in healthcare. In this episode of Shift Happens, I’m unpacking exactly how this burnout shows up, why it’s not your fault, and how to finally set some boundaries without feeling

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20:46

The Real Reason You're Burnt Out (And No, It’s Not...

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2025/07/02

Still blaming the pandemic for your burnout? Let’s cut the crap. In this episode of Shift Happens, I’m pulling back the curtain on the real causes of burnout in healthcare—and spoiler alert: it’s not a virus, it’s the system. From skipped lunches and cold coffee to pizza party “solutions” and Press Ganey meetings from hell, we’re calling out the bullsh*t and talking about how to actually feel better again. If you’ve been running on fumes, rage-scrolling job boards, or crying in the breakroom (no

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22:39

Welcome To Shift Happens: The Health Podcast For...

Shift Happens: The Health Podcast for Healthcare Workers ·

2025/07/02

Burnout didn't start in 2020. Nnd no, you're not crazy for feeling like healthcare has chewed you up. In this episode, I’m calling out the real reasons healthcare workers are so exhausted, why patient-first culture is a lie, and how to actually start healing from burnout. 📚Take the quiz to find your burnout type here! 👯‍♀️Come be friends on IG → @marykathrynfitness

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