Nick McGowan kept pushing through the pressure until a severe rash covered his body and took him out of work for a month. He saw 15 dermatologists and still had no clear answer about what to avoid. Nick came to believe the stress had reached his skin and forced him to stop.(Does your full calendar leave you tired and short with the people you care about? Start building a healthier life around the demands you carry at www.thecalltorise.com)Nick hosts the Mindset and Self-Mastery Show. He joins Coach Brian to talk about burnout in men over 40 and the warning signs that come before the body shuts down. They discuss self-awareness and rest. They also look at health habits and the pressure that comes with leading a business.You will learn how to notice when work pressure is affecting your body and your family.You will also hear how small changes can help you get your energy and direction back.Chapters:- [00:01] Why being present gets harder when your mind is always ahead- [06:09] Self-awareness comes before changing your habits- [11:51] Feeling tired after meaningful work and knowing when to rest- [18:58] Seeing an old reaction while it is still happening- [37:20] When low energy may need a medical check- [40:49] The full-body warning that forced Nick to stopKey Takeaways:- Irritability at home may begin with pressure at work and the feeling that your family is getting what is left of you.- A short pause can help you tell the difference between physical fatigue, mental pressure and a problem that needs outside help.- Small actions are easier to keep when they fit your schedule and the way you think.Resources Mentioned:- Nick McGowan: nickmcgowan.com- The Mindset and Self-Mastery Show: mindsetandselfmastery.comCommon questions from this episode:- Why do busy men burn out after 40?Work, family and health can compete for the same time and energy. Nick explains that burnout often gets worse when a man keeps adding pressure without stopping to name what feels wrong.- How can you tell when work stress is affecting your family?Notice when a small moment at home gets a much bigger reaction than it deserves. Nick says the cause may be pressure from work and guilt about having too little time for your family.- Can stress affect how your body feels?Nick describes a severe rash that appeared during a period of heavy pressure. He believes his body forced him to stop. His story is a reason to pay attention and seek qualified medical care when symptoms appear.- What can you do when you feel out of alignment?Pause long enough to name what feels wrong. Write down what is pulling at your attention. Then choose one small action that fits your life today.Guest Bio:Nick McGowan hosts the Mindset and Self-Mastery Show. He helps thought leaders use podcasting to speak cle

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