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The Gritty Nurse

The Gritty Nurse is back, and NO TOPIC is off-limits! Launching in September 2025 with host Amie Archibald Varley, this podcast is dedicated to amplifying the voices of nurses and others who work in healthcare to explore the most pressing issues they face. Join Amie as she continues to take a deep dive into powerful and often uncomfortable topics. Though shared experriences, storytelling and the discussions surrounding the intersection of power, we will navigate the challenges facing healthcare nationally and internationally--as of course--challenge the status quo. The show's core belief remains unwavering: that compassion is the through understanding diverse narratives and perspectives is KEY. Amie will continue to explore hot-button issues like mental health, social justice, women's health, and the daily challenges within the nursing profession. The Gritty Nurse is more than just a podcast—it's a community where nurses and healthcare workers can feel heard, empowered, and recognized as the community leaders they truly are. Change is HERE.
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Embracing Change in Nursing: The Gritty Nurse is Back

Sep 4, 2025

In this episode of The Gritty Nurse podcast, host Amie Archibald-Varley (The Gritty Nurse) and Matt Shepherd, RN discuss the importance of embracing change and personal growth in the nursing profession. They emphasize the need for self-compassion among healthcare professionals, particularly in light of the challenges they face, including burnout and violence in the workplace. The conversation highlights the significance of addressing these issues openly and honestly, while also celebrating the positive changes and opportunities that lie ahead. The podcast serves as a platform for real talk about the realities of nursing and the grit required to navigate the profession.

Keywords

nursing, self-compassion, healthcare, burnout, personal growth, podcast, violence in nursing, grit, change, mental health

Takeaways

We need to be gentle with ourselves in healthcare.
It's okay to celebrate change and new beginnings.
Nurses often forget to give themselves grace.
Burnout and violence in nursing are real issues.
Racism and bullying in nursing need to be addressed.
The Gritty Nurse podcast offers real talk about nursing.
Self-compassion is crucial for healthcare professionals.
Change is a part of life, and we should embrace it.
Nurses play various roles in advocacy and community work.
The podcast aims to provide supplemental education for nurses.

Chapters

00:00 Embracing Change and Personal Growth
03:01 The Importance of Self-Compassion in Healthcare
05:54 Addressing Challenges in Nursing
08:56 The Gritty Nurse Podcast: A Platform for Real Talk

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