Here is part one of the Birchington Community Magazine in audio format from June 2025.

This includes: -

Update from new Parish Council Chairman Nick Blankley.

Update from Birchington North District Councillors.

KCC Warden Report.

Birchington Man Shed.

Probus Club of Birchington and District.

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What is your inner critic that causes burnout?

In this episode of Peace Unplugged, Martin Dickerson explores the challenges posed by our inner critic and the phenomenon of burnout. He discusses how self-compassion can transform our relationship with negative self-talk and offers practical strategies for managing burnout through energy management and self-care. The conversation emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and adopting a proactive approach to mental health and personal growth.

• The inner critic magnifies our flaws and can lead to imposter syndrome.
• Self-compassion is a gentler approach than self-esteem building.
• Self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness are core components of self-compassion.
• Burnout is recognized by the World Health Organization as an occupational phenomenon.
• Burnout recovery requires changing habits and environments, not just taking time off.
• Setting boundaries is crucial for energy management.
• Self-care is a discipline that addresses physical, emotional, and mental needs.
• Proactive prevention of burnout involves scheduling self-care activities.
• Small, consistent actions lead to lasting personal growth.
• Practicing self-compassion can fundamentally change our relationship with struggles.

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Three essential keys to improving mental health: gratitude, inspiration, and curiosity. He emphasizes the importance of these practices in transforming our mindset and enhancing our well-being. By actively engaging with gratitude, seeking inspiration, and nurturing curiosity, listeners can unlock new perspectives and foster a healthier relationship with themselves and the world around them.

Takeaways

Improving mental health can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be complicated. Gratitude is an active practice that helps rewire the brain for happiness. Specificity in gratitude practices enhances their effectiveness. Inspiration is something to actively seek and cultivate, not passively wait for. Curating your social media feeds can significantly impact your inspiration levels. Curiosity is the emotional opposite of anxiety and fosters a sense of exploration. Asking better questions can shift your mindset from fear to discovery. Engaging in awe walks can enhance your sense of wonder and connection to the world. Learning something new for fun can reignite your passion and creativity. Small, intentional practices can lead to significant shifts in mental well-being.

"Three small, beautiful keys." "Gratitude rewires your brain for happiness." "Be kind to yourself, take care of yourself."

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