ABOUT JOANNE
Joanne Heath is a Wellbeing Educator and Senior Yoga Teacher with more than 20 years international experience. In 2001, Jo left a career in marketing to move into the wellness industry after yoga, meditation and lifestyle changes helped her overcome stress-related illness.
Jo went on to live in India for 4 years, and work at some of the world’s leading health retreats with the goal of learning as much as she could about age-old wellbeing practices to combat burnout.
With lived experience in the effective management of stress-related illness naturally, Jo has a deep appreciation for the importance of integrating embodiment and mindfulness practices in daily life to rest, rejuvenate and heal.
Over the last 22 years Jo has touched the lives of thousands of people by sharing the lifestyle changes and mindfulness practices she applied in her own life to be healthier and happier.
Today, Jo is Manager at The Byron Bathhouse, and continues to share her wellness wisdom through community workshops and corporate programs at the bathhouse, and the annual Wisdom of India Tour to support others in taking control of their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
Joanne has worked in senior management roles across the wellness, not-for-profit, finance and media sectors including Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat, Gaia Retreat & Spa, Global March Against Child Labour, The Australian Women’s Weekly, BBC World News and Goldman Sachs.
In her early 30’s Jo transitioned from corporate to the wellness sector based on the profound impact of yoga, meditation and lifestyle changes in her life. Jo has spent extensive periods on retreat in Australia, India, Nepal and Italy, lived in India for 4 years, co-founded projects in aid of vulnerable children in African and India and worked at the world’s leading health retreats.
Jo holds a Certificate IV in Yoga Teacher Training from YogaArts, Diploma in Yoga and Post Graduate Diploma in Indian Philosophy from BHU University in India and is a Registered Level 3 Senior Yoga Teacher with Yoga Australia.
For more than 20 years, Jo has been making a positive difference in the lives of others through her informed and inspiring facilitation on the topics of yoga, meditation and wellbeing in a range of contexts including health retreats, corporate workshops and private luxury rehab .
The experience Jo offers today sets her apart as a unique and valuable asset to the businesses and private clients she works with. Dedicated to creating a truly memorable experience every time, Jo continues to share her knowledge through teaching, writing and public speaking to make the benefits of both ancient and contemporary teachings accessible to all.
JOANNE’S BIO
ABOUT BURNOUT
For many, life these days is very busy and increasingly challenging. Young people and adults alike today are required to process more information, live at a faster pace, filter constant distraction and remain positive in the face of a barrage of negative news. Add to this overstimulation of the mind due to too much time on digital devices, the increased cost of living and level of adaptation required in a fast changing world, it’s no wonder an increasing number of people are facing challenges when it comes to their mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
According to the World Health Organisation, stress has been classified as the health epidemic of the 21st Century. The trend index report published in September 2022 revealed that 62% of Australian workers reported being burned out, compared to the global average of 48% of employees.
Having worked in health retreats for many years, I have met hundreds of people at breaking point. The primary causes of burnout is excessive work pressure and negative interpersonal interactions that have accumulated over time, leaving people unable to handle daily life well, and resulting in chronic emotional stress. Without a burnout mitigation strategy disengagement from work and strained relationships can become an issue. If left unaddressed, prolonged stress and burnout can lead to serious health issues, or be fatal.
Burnout Symptoms:
Emotional exhaustion: loss of energy, fatigue, mood swings, cynicism, inefficacy
Depersonalisation: sense of alienation from others and feelings of indifference
Low self-esteem: feelings of inadequacy, negativity, lack of motivation
Signs of Burnout:
Irregular sleep patterns
Weight gain or loss
Muscle pain
Decreased immunity
Excessive stress
Risk of addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Heart disease
High blood pressure
Type 2 Diabetes
Risk of illness
Joanne’s wellbeing offerings are based on the following overarching goals:
Improving concentration
Cultivating a positive mindset
Optimising performance
Providing a suite of take-home stress-management practices
Getting deep rest
Enhancing wellbeing and resilience
Improving sleep quality
Quietening mental chatter
Increasing energy
Boosting mood
Inspiring a healthier lifestyle