• Pep Talk: "You don’t have to be everything for everyone”
    2025/11/27
    Dear Boss Babe.. If you’ve been carrying everyone else’s world on your back while quietly ignoring your own needs… baby, this episode is your wake-up call. This is your reminder that being a high achiever does not mean running yourself into burnout, abandoning your boundaries, or shrinking your needs to keep the peace. This is your moment to breathe, reset, and learn how to finally break free from people pleasing. In today’s pep talk, I’m sitting down with the woman who says yes even when she’s exhausted… the woman who holds space for everyone but herself… the woman who has mistaken “being strong” for “never stopping.” Inside this bite-sized but powerful episode, we unpack: Why high achievers slip so easily into people pleasing mode The hidden fears that make you say yes when your body is screaming no How people pleasing slowly leads to emotional burnout The truth about abandoning yourself in the name of “being dependable” The simple, repeatable steps to start honoring your boundaries today How to choose self-care without guilt, shame, or second-guessing What it looks like to become the version of you who actually includes yourself in your own life This isn’t just motivation — it’s a reset button. A reminder that your peace, your energy, and your capacity matter just as much as anyone else’s. ✨ Not every request deserves your yes. ✨ Being reliable should not cost you your well-being. ✨ The discomfort of saying no is not guilt — it’s growth. ✨ You are allowed to evolve out of who you were trained to be. ✨ Every boundary you hold is a step toward the woman you’re becoming. You need to hear this week’s full episode, where we go even deeper into the psychology of people pleasing, how it drains your purpose, and the roadmap to reclaiming your voice, your calendar, and your energy. Come hang with me for daily pep talks, boundary reminders, and high-achiever healing: @theerickaniccole / @bossbabereset This podcast is produced by: @yourgirlmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 分
  • 127: Why People Pleasing Is Ruining Your Life (And Why It’s NOT Self-Care)
    2025/11/24
    If you’ve ever said yes so fast that your chest tightened before the words even finished leaving your mouth? This episode is the wake-up call your people pleasing, burnout prone, high achieving self didn’t even realize you needed. Because what if feeling overwhelmed isn’t a you problem at all? What if you’ve just been trained to put everyone else first? Today we’re unpacking the real reason people pleasing feels automatic — and why it hits ambitious women the hardest. You’ll learn how many high-achieving women were conditioned from childhood to be the helpful one, the agreeable one, the easy one… and how that conditioning secretly shapes your adult relationships, career, and self-worth. We talk about: chronic burnout resentment identity loss and how over-functioning keeps you stuck in cycles you didn’t choose Because being the strong friend might look admirable… but it’s quietly draining your energy, your confidence, and your peace. Ericka breaks down the subtle signs — like overexplaining, guilt resting, emotional shape-shifting, and taking responsibility for everyone’s feelings — that reveal whether self-abandonment has become your default mode. You’ll learn my signature tools, including: the 10-Second Pause the Soft No the Power of the Period first-30-minute protection calendar boundaries and the peace test These are simple, realistic self-care practices designed for ambitious women who want to honor their capacity without guilt. Because let’s be honest — some folks will not know what to do when the “yes girl” starts saying “no.” HUEL: Try Huel with 15% off at huel.com/bossbabe with code BOSSBABE. If you loved the episode, please leave a 5-star rating and review — it helps the show grow and helps more high achievers break free from burnout and people-pleasing. Come hang out with me on Instagram for daily self-care hacks, confidence boosts, boundary tips, and behind-the-scenes vibes: 👉 @theerickanicole / @bossbabereset This podcast is produced by @yourgirlmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 分
  • Pep Talk: “You are not confused. You are evolving”
    2025/11/20
    Dear Boss Babe.. we need to get real about the guilt women carry when they start evolving into a new version of themselves, especially when everyone around them expects them to stay the same. We need to break down why we feel guilty for wanting more, how identity shifts actually happen, and what stepping into your next chapter really looks like. We talk about: Why so many high-achieving women feel guilty for wanting more How hustle culture convinces us to stay inside roles we’ve outgrown The truth about burn out and identity fatigue What it looks like to evolve without apologizing How to catch the guilt, question it, and reframe it The one small step Ericka wants you to take today toward the woman you’re becoming If you’ve been navigating burn out, questioning your identity, or feeling the tension between who you are and who you’re becoming — this episode gives you the language, the permission, and the grounding you’ve been craving. This is your reminder that expanding is not selfish. It’s necessary. Follow Ericka on Instagram: @theerickanicole / @bossbabereset This podcast was produced by: @yourgirlmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 分
  • 126: Why So Many High Achievers Feel Lost in Their 20s and 30s (And How to Find Yourself Again)
    2025/11/17
    Have you ever looked around at your life and thought, “I did everything I was supposed to do. I hustled. I achieved. I built the life I wanted… so why do I feel so disconnected from myself?” If that hit a little too close, this episode is the one your soul’s been waiting for. Because today, we’re unpacking the silent identity crisis that so many high-achieving women face when hustle culture, adulthood, partnership, womanhood, and purpose all collide at the same time. And if you’ve been feeling stretched thin, burnt out, or unsure of who you are outside of the roles you fill-girl, you are not alone. Today we into the identity shifts that happen when your life evolves faster than your sense of self can keep up. Using insights sparked by Ayesha Curry’s recent conversation about losing herself in marriage and motherhood. We break down: Why high achievers struggle silently with identity loss How hustle culture and expectation force women into roles they never truly chose Why so many women feel guilty for wanting individuality outside of marriage or motherhood The emotional conflict between gratitude, ambition, and burnout The truth about evolving in your late 20s + early 30s How to rebuild yourself after transitions like marriage, motherhood, or career shifts Practical self-care tools to reconnect with the woman you’re becoming Why your identity isn’t disappearing—it’s EVOLVING This episode is the reminder every high-achieving woman needs:Evolution isn’t betrayal. It’s becoming. Low-key burnt out Stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming Guilty for wanting more than the roles you play Disconnected from your own dreams and identity Overwhelmed by being “the strong one,” “the dependable one,” “the glue” Then this conversation will feel like a deep exhale. Identity is not fixed—it's fluid. Women are conditioned to add roles, not identities. High achievers often shrink to avoid disappointing others. Gratitude and desire can coexist. Hustle culture adds pressure—but self-care is the antidote. You’re allowed to outgrow older versions of yourself. Rebuilding yourself requires quiet, intention, and honesty. Try these if you’re navigating an identity shift: Journal Prompts: “What part of me has been asking for attention?” “What would I choose if guilt wasn’t in the room?” “What version of me am I ready to return to?” This episode is sponsored by Huel — the go-to fuel source for the ambitious girlies who want to eat well, stay energized, and NOT burn out. Whether you’re sprinting between meetings, cramming a workout in, or trying not to lose your sanity in the morning rush: ✨ Huel’s Black Edition Ready-to-Drink gives you 35g of protein 27 essential vitamins + minerals 6g of fiber No added sugar And keeps you full, focused, and leveled-up And sis… the Daily Greens RTD in Blueberry?? A MUST. Try Huel with 15% off using code: BOSSBABE at huel.com/bossbabe. Fuel your best performance with Huel today. If this episode hit home, screenshot it, share it with a fellow boss babe, and tag @bossbaberest so we can hype you up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 分
  • Pep Talk: “ That Peace You're Craving is Not On Your Feed”
    2025/11/13
    Dear boss babe... if you’ve been running on fumes, convincing yourself that one more post, one more story, one more reel will finally “get you ahead”… this one’s for you. Because what if slowing down is the secret to your next big level? Today I am getting real about burnout, hustle culture, and the pressure to “show up” online 24/7. After taking a two-month social media break, she’s sharing what really happens when you log off — and how rest isn’t rebellion, it’s a strategy. You’ll hear her reflect on the fear of losing momentum, the courage it takes to disconnect, and the beautiful clarity that comes when you stop performing and start being present again. This episode is a love letter to every boss babe who’s ever felt like the algorithm was running her life. If you’ve been craving peace, presence, and purpose beyond the screen — this one’s your reminder to take your power (and your phone) off airplane mode. 💡 You’ll Learn: Why taking a social media break doesn’t make you irrelevant How hustle culture steals your creativity and peace The difference between being seen and being fulfilled Practical ways to create digital boundaries that protect your energy What really happens when you rest — and why your next-level self needs it My Challenge for You: Take one small digital boundary this week: → No social media before 10 AM → Delete one app for the weekend → Or spend one hour a day fully offline — no notifications, no noise. Because every time you choose presence over performance, you remind yourself: you run your life, not the algorithm. If you needed permission to log off, this is it. But when you’re ready to come back grounded, creative, and unstoppable — make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast for more pep talks like this. You can invest in SILKENN for less than a flight to Cancun! Ready to own a piece of the glow-up? We just opened Silkenn’s Community Investment Round—and this time, the gatekeepers are out and the girls are in. Join the movement at ⁠wefunder.com/Silkenn⁠, become part of the ⁠Silkenn ⁠story, and snag some exclusive investor-only perks (think yacht days, mastermind dinners, and behind-the-scenes access). Follow Ericka on Instagram → [⁠@theerickanicole⁠ / ⁠@bossbabereset⁠] This podcast was produced by: Your Girl Media Follow: @yourgirlmedia Listen to the full episode → Episode 125: The Social Media Reset You Didn’t Know You Needed Share this episode with a friend who’s been burning out trying to “do it all.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 分
  • 125: The Self Care Reset You’ve Been Avoiding: Do You Need a Social Media Break?
    2025/11/10
    Babe, maybe your mind isn’t tired and burnt outbecause you’re doing too much — but because you’re consuming too much. In this episode of Boss Babe Reset, I’m talking all about burnout, hustle culture, and the courage it takes to pause — not because you’ve fallen behind, but because you’re finally ready to catch up to yourself. What really causes burnout (spoiler: it’s not just overworking — it’s overstimulation) How to know when it’s time for a self care reset or social media break The science behind stillness and why your brain craves it Why silence is the ultimate strategy in a hustle culture that glorifies exhaustion A step-by-step plan to take a strategic social media break — without losing momentum You know I’m all about protecting your peace and your energy — and that includes how you fuel your body. Because when you’re trying to avoid burnout, nourishing your body is just as important as logging off your phone. You don’t lose momentum by resting — you lose it by burning out. The algorithm isn’t your boss — you are. Social media is a tool, not your identity. Stillness is the new self care — and silence is the strategy. If this episode reminded you to slow down and breathe, share it with your favorite boss babe who might be running on empty. 👉 Follow me on Instagram @theerickanicole / @bossbabereset for more self care inspo and behind-the-scenes of my journey building Silkenn — skincare for your soul and your glow. Try Huel today and get 15% off your first order at huel.com/bossbabe using code: bossbabe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 分
  • Pep Talk: “Fundraising money is a strategy, NOT your identity.”
    2025/11/06
    Dear boss babe — we need to talk. ... Because no one warns you how chasing funding can quietly drain the very energy you need to build your dream. If you’ve ever refreshed your inbox waiting for an investor’s “yes” or felt your worth tied to a dollar amount, this episode is your reset button. Today I get real about the emotional side of fundraising — the burnout, the rejection loops, and the quiet self-doubt that creeps in between investor calls. I open up about her own journey raising money for Silkenn and how I have learned that capital isn’t the only thing worth chasing. You’ll hear my powerful framework for protecting your energy while still playing big — what she calls your “Energetic ROI.” Because when the process feels heavy, it’s not about giving up; it’s about learning to align. This isn’t just a fundraising strategy session — it’s a reminder that protecting your peace is leadership, and rest is part of the work, too. Key Takeaways: How to spot burnout early when you’re in fundraising mode Why your value doesn’t fluctuate with the size of the check What it means to measure success by alignment, not approval How to turn rejections into redirection Ericka’s go-to mindset practices for staying grounded while pitching 🎧 Listen if you’re: A founder, creative, or entrepreneur chasing capital and clarity Feeling drained from the “always-on” startup hustle Ready to redefine what success means beyond funding rounds key points: female founders, startup mindset, entrepreneur motivation, fundraising tips, burnout recovery, founder mental health, boss babe podcast, startup funding advice, women in business, pitch mindset 💌 Stay Connected: Follow Ericka on Instagram [@theerickanicole / @silkennco ] for more weekly pep talks and behind-the-scenes founder moments. Check out my company and what I am building: Silkenn Skincare ✨ Your vision is still valid. Your timing is divine. Your peace is non-negotiable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 分
  • 124: What Fundraising as a Female Founder in 2025 Has Taught Me About Burnout, Peace and Purpose
    2025/11/03
    Have you ever chased your dream so hard that it started chasing your peace? In this episode, I get brutally honest about what it really takes to raise capital as a female founder—beyond the pitch decks and champagne toasts. If you’ve ever felt the pressure of hustle culture while trying to fund your vision, this one’s for you. Whether you’re bootstrapping, courting venture capital, or navigating rejection after rejection, I break down the emotional and strategic side of fundraising in today’s shifting market—especially for women of color. You’ll walk away knowing how to protect your energy, stay aligned with your purpose, and build your business without burning out. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to know whether your business is truly venture-backable or better built for sustainable cash flow. The mindset shifts that help female founders navigate rejection and redefine success beyond investor validation. Why community fundraising and platforms like Wefunder are reshaping access to capital—and how you can turn your supporters into shareholders. Ready to own a piece of the glow-up? We just opened Silkenn’s Community Investment Round—and this time, the gatekeepers are out and the girls are in. Join the movement at wefunder.com/Silkenn, become part of the Silkenn story, and snag some exclusive investor-only perks (think yacht days, mastermind dinners, and behind-the-scenes access). Try Huel Black Edition or the new Daily Greens RTD—now at Target stores nationwide! Grab 15% off your first order at Huel.com/BossBabe with code: boss babe key points: raising capital, fundraising, venture capital, hustle culture, female founders, community investment, women entrepreneurs, Wefunder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 分