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August 28, 2025 17 mins

Are you the one who’s always reliable, the steady hub for your family, workplace, and friends? If you find yourself exhausted, disconnected, or feeling invisible, this episode, "The Risks You Take When You Fail To Be Present For Yourself," is for you. I dive into how chronic self-neglect isn’t just about a busy schedule, but a deeper, slow-burning risk to your mental health, relationships, and sense of self.

I discuss openly the habit of self-abandonment, shoving your needs, desires, and joy to the bottom of the list. We explore how this pattern leads to anxiety, depression, midlife burnout, strained relationships, and even impacts your physical health.

You’ll hear why it’s so common for women (especially in midlife or those balancing caregiving roles) to feel lost not just in their responsibilities, but in their own identity. Most importantly, I’ll guide you through actionable steps to reclaim your self-worth, create healthy boundaries, and develop life-changing self-care routines. It’s time to rediscover what genuine presence means and why it’s essential for your well-being.

What You’ll Learn:

  1. Why “The Risks You Take When You Fail To Be Present For Yourself” are bigger than just being busy or helpful, they’re about micro-moments of self-abandonment.
  2. How ignoring your own needs and feelings leads to classic signs of burnout: anxiety, fatigue, sleep issues, and loss of meaning.
  3. The connection between self-neglect, relationship strain, and a creeping sense of loneliness even surrounded by loved ones.
  4. The physical toll of chronic stress, and why women in midlife (especially during perimenopause or menopause) are especially vulnerable.
  5. Step-by-step strategies to rebuild presence in your life with healthy boundaries, self-discovery, and micro-doses of joy.

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✨ Tune in now for real examples, science-backed advice, and practical tips to help you show up for yourself. If this resonates with you, don’t forget to subscribe and let me know in the comments whether you’re feeling burned out or craving true connection. 

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