Breaking Free from the #Girlboss Era - Healing from Hustle Culture & People Pleasing

Welcome to today’s episode, where we’re diving deep into a conversation that so many of us can relate to, breaking free from the toxic hustle culture, the #girlboss era that had us tying our worth to productivity, and the cycle of people-pleasing that kept us stuck.

If you’re a burnt-out Gen X-er or millennial, a recovering workaholic, or someone who has spent years prioritizing everyone else over yourself, this episode is for you. We’ll explore:

• How the girlboss era tricked us into believing we had to do more, be more, and achieve more to be worthy.

• The deeper connection between hustle culture and people-pleasing, and why so many of us felt compelled to prove ourselves.

• The impact on our mental, emotional, and physical health, from anxiety and chronic stress to burnout and resentment.

• How to break free and redefine success in a way that aligns with your values, energy, and well-being.

We’re also asking the big question: Did our parents really have it just as hard, or are we actually doing more now than ever before?

This episode is all about shifting perspectives, letting go of the pressure to be constantly “on,” and reclaiming balance in a way that actually feels good.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ How hustle culture made us feel like rest was lazy and success had to come through burnout.

✔️ Why people-pleasing and the need for validation kept us stuck in overworking.

✔️ The toll this mindset has taken on our nervous system, relationships, and happiness.

✔️ Why working smarter, not harder is the key to long-term fulfillment.

✔️ Practical steps to redefine success, embrace rest, and heal from burnout.

If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear from you!

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