Quieting Burnout: The Science-Backed Power of Creative Self-Care with Alexandra Reid

“The BIG success is getting your time back to yourself to choose how you want to spend it.” —Alexandra Reid Burnout recovery doesn't start with quitting your job — it can start with a doodle during a Zoom call. Former research scientist Alexandra Reid shares how a pandemic-era ventilator project pushed her into burnout, and how five-minute, judgment-free drawing exercises helped her rebuild self-trust and set boundaries. She breaks down her "batteries" exercise for spotting energy drains and explains why creative wellness coaching stays forward-focused instead of dwelling on the past. Subscribe for more real conversations on purpose, resilience, and taking action. Connect with Jim: Website: https://jimpricebooks.education/ Instagram:   / childbookauthor   Facebook:   / jim.price.9822   X: https://x.com/JimmyPr74639009 YouTube:    / @adventuresofharold   Resources: Get Jim’s Books 📖 The Adventures of Harold from the Hood Book Series 🚙A Trip to the Park 🤝🏽Friends Like Different Things 🍟 Fun Time Lunch Time 😤 When I Feel So Annoyed Chapters: 02:01 Meet Alexandra Reid: From Bench Science to Burnout 03:21 The Ventilator Project That Triggered Her Burnout 07:55 Recognizing Burnout: Invisible Labor and Bad Habits 09:33 Reclaiming Time Through Self-Awareness 11:22 Inside the Creative Reset: Batteries and Boundary Work 16:01 The First Step: Change Your Scenery to Reset Your Mind 18:39 Where to Find Alexandra Reid's Wellness Program 19:15 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts Meet Alexandra: Alexandra (Lexi) Reid is a creative wellness coach, business owner, and former research scientist who helps high-achieving women in STEM overcome burnout, rebuild purpose, and strengthen resilience through creativity, mindfulness, and reflection. Drawing on her background in quality and regulatory affairs and her own experience of pandemic burnout while leading emergency ventilator projects, Alexandra developed The Creative Reset, a 12-week, science-informed program that uses simple, pressure-free drawing and visual journaling to help women reclaim their time, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect with joy. Through 1:1 coaching, group programs, and online resources at Mind Art Wellness (mindartwellness.com), she supports women at every stage—from grad school to mid-career pivots and beyond—in building sustainable habits, deep self-leadership, and a more creative, aligned life. Website: https://mindartwellness.com/ LinkedIn:   / alexandra-j-reid   Instagram:   / lexireidstudio   Facebook:   / 100068320624242   YouTube:    / @mindartwellness   Pinterest:   / _saved