Nurses care for everyone, but who cares for them? In this powerful episode of The Listen Then Speak Podcast, host Jahmaal Marshall shines a light on the hidden emotional load carried by nurses at every level. From long shifts and staffing shortages to the quiet expectation to “stay strong,” this conversation uncovers the real human cost of caregiving. You’ll learn how burnout shows up, what emotional fatigue does to the mind and body, and why so many nurses continue to suffer in silence. More importantly… we walk through practical, compassionate solutions through the Listen Then Speak framework; communication, boundaries, emotional safety, and the courage to ask for help. Whether you’re a nurse, a leader in healthcare, or someone who loves a nurse, this episode will help you understand, support, and protect the people who hold our healthcare system together.
In this episode, we cover:
Why nurse burnout is rising nationwide
The emotional weight behind compassion fatigue
Why stress in nursing is often ignored or minimized
The danger of “I’m fine” culture
How to create emotional and professional boundaries without guilt
Tools nurses can use to reconnect to purpose and protect their mental health
How the Listen Then Speak method restores communication and healing in healthcare teams
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