What if being “so busy” isn’t proof that you’re doing life right—but a pink flag that something deeper needs your attention?

Many women have learned to equate packed calendars with worth, productivity, and success—yet still feel exhausted, guilty when resting, or uneasy when things slow down. This episode explores why busyness feels validating, how culture rewards hustle, and how staying busy can quietly keep you from facing what you really need.

By listening to this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to recognize when busyness is masking a need for validation or worth
• Why feeling important isn’t the same as feeling good—and how to tell the difference
• How to spot “pink flag” behaviors that signal overwhelm without shame or judgment

Press play to uncover why busyness may be draining you—and how noticing the pink flags can help you start feeling calmer, clearer, and more grounded right away.

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

Have you ever said, “I don’t even know what I’m feeling right now”—and felt completely stuck because of it?

If you’re a busy, overwhelmed woman trying to manage stress, emotions, relationships, and responsibilities all at once, Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart can help. This episode breaks down why understanding your emotions—not ignoring them—is the key to feeling calmer, more connected, and more in control.

By listening to this episode, you’ll:

• Understand the critical difference between stress and true overwhelm—and why it matters
• Learn how naming your emotions lowers emotional intensity and helps regulate your nervous system
• Discover why sitting with emotions (yours or someone else’s) creates deeper connection and healing

Press play to gain practical insights from Atlas of the Heart that will help you feel less overwhelmed and more emotionally grounded—starting today.

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

Have you ever reached a level of success and thought, “I don’t want the next promotion… but I don’t know what I want instead”? My guest this week, author and coach (and former aerospace engineer!) Cassie Leonard lived it.

High-achieving women — especially in demanding fields like STEM — are burning out not because they’re failing, but because they’re succeeding inside a system that was never designed to support their full lives. This episode explores why burnout isn’t about working harder, how the “ideal worker” myth keeps women overwhelmed, and what it really means to redefine success on your own terms.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why burnout is often a clarity problem — not a workload problem
• How to break free from external definitions of success without leaving your career
• A simple but powerful “Top 10” tool to identify what you truly need in your next role or season of life

If you’re questioning your career path, feeling exhausted by success, or craving a new definition of fulfillment, press play and start building a version of success that actually works for you.

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Wondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my "why am I overwhelmed" quiz to find out the source of your overwhelm, and what to do about it.

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...