#97 | Solo Episode - Superwoman Syndrome & How to Finally Let Her Go (2/4)

In this second episode of our Redefining 'Having It All' series, we’re naming something you might be carrying silently: Superwoman Syndrome—the unrealistic pressure to be perfect in every role you play. From crushing it at work to being the emotional glue at home, women are juggling so many identities that we forget to just be ourselves. This episode unpacks where this pressure comes from, how it shows up in our lives, and how to begin letting it go without guilt. Packed with real stories, cultural insight, and research-backed data, Darine guides you through a mindset shift that can help you reclaim your time, energy, and peace.

 

Key Topics Discussed:

• The origin and psychology behind Superwoman Syndrome
  

• The hidden costs of constantly over-functioning
  

• The intersection of ambition, guilt, and identity for women 30+
  

• How to break the cycle and embrace enoughness
  

• The myth of multitasking and its effect on cognitive function

 

Key Takeaways

• Superwoman Syndrome is a societal construct—not a reflection of your worth or capability
  

• Constant over-functioning leads to emotional burnout and loss of identity
  

• Saying no and letting go are powerful acts of leadership and self-trust
•  Your value is not tied to how much you do for others

 

Actionable Steps:

1. Identify Your Superwoman Triggers: Journal about what situations or expectations make you feel the need to "do it all."
2.  Create a “Drop List”: Instead of a to-do list, write down 3 things you’re choosing not to do this week.
3.  Affirm Your Enoughness: Practice the mantra: “I am not here to prove, I am here to be.”

 

Connect with Darine:

- On Instagram

- On LinkedIn

- Visit her website

 

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