You left burnout behind—only to find yourself trapped in another version of hustle: this time in the name of healing.
In this short solo riff, Carly explores the subtle but powerful shift where meditation, journaling, and “doing the work” can start to feel like just another set of rules. She unpacks the spiritual trap of turning personal growth into a performance—and reminds you that the point of all of it is freedom.
This episode is for the woman who’s done the ice baths, skipped the wine, meditated every damn morning… and still feels stuck. Maybe what you really need? Laughter, connection, dance floors, martinis, and a little less pressure to heal perfectly.
Topics inside:
- The dark side of over-spiritualizing your self-growth
- Why rest isn’t always the answer
- Signs you’re in a “healing prison”
- How to reconnect with what actually lights you up
- Why freedom, not perfection, is the point
This is your permission slip to stop doing what you think you should and start doing what makes you feel alive again.
As always, let me know what lands and be sure to tag me! @carlyschade
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