Nadia Ellsworth

Nadia Ellsworth

Nadia Ellsworth is a writer and former therapist specializing in stress, emotional regulation, and women's mental health. Her work explores the psychological dimensions of rest—why so many women struggle to give themselves permission to pause, and how chronic stress quietly undermines sleep and recovery. Nadia's approach is gentle and exploratory; she invites readers to examine their relationship with rest without judgment. Her writing bridges mental health awareness and practical self-care, always emphasizing self-compassion over self-optimization.

Overcoming Toxic Productivity in Burnout Recovery

This edition marks the conclusion of our August series dedicated entirely to the essential themes of rest and recovery in the context of burnout prevention and management. Throughout this series, we have explored key aspects including: The foundational principles of…

Mastering Rest in Early Burnout Recovery Stages

Rest serves as a cornerstone during the initial phase of your burnout recovery process, and mishandling it can create significant hurdles for every subsequent step in your healing journey. Numerous individuals experiencing burnout struggle to embrace the necessity of true…

ADHD and Burnout Risk: Key Insights for Women

In this edition, we delve into one of the most common inquiries I receive: the connection between ADHD and burnout, including why women seem especially vulnerable to this issue when living with ADHD. Each Thursday, I explore in-depth a specific…

NHS Poncho Fiasco: Gratitude That Misses the Mark

Throughout my career in the National Health Service (NHS), I have encountered numerous misguided efforts by hospital administrations to express appreciation for their dedicated employees. These attempts often fall disappointingly flat, exacerbating frustrations rather than alleviating them. For example, one…

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