Big Meaningful Life

In this episode of Big Meaningful Life , I sit down with Michelle Strydom to explore a transition many high-performing professionals quietly experience but rarely talk about: what happens when a successful career suddenly changes. For many ambitious professionals, work is more than a job. It becomes a source of identity, confidence, and stability. So when a role shifts unexpectedly—through layoffs...

In this episode of Big Meaningful Life, I sit down with Wendy Chin , a global HR leader and executive coach, to talk about what happens after you reach senior levels — when the title is there, performance is strong, yet something starts to stall. We explore why so many high performers feel overlooked, stretched, or quietly disengaged once they reach director level and beyond. Wendy shares what she...

In this episode, I talk about something very real — and deeply personal. Something many high-achieving, caring parents experience, but rarely say out loud. I share a moment with my daughter that shook me and forced me to look honestly at exhaustion, boundaries, and the invisible cost of pushing through when the body is already saying no. Not to justify what happened, and not to drown in guilt — bu...

In this episode of Big Meaningful Life , I sit down with Lina Sha , a dear friend and an executive coach with a rare integrative background spanning big tech, coaching, and clinical naturopathy. Our conversation explores what happens when performance, leadership, and wellbeing are treated as separate topics — and why that separation is no longer sustainable. We talk about psychosomatic leadership,...

In this episode, I wanted to start the year gently. Not with pressure to fix yourself or push harder — but with a deeper, more compassionate look at anxiety and worry . At the beginning of my pregnancy, and in many coaching conversations, I noticed how loud anxiety can become when life feels uncertain. New beginnings don’t always bring clarity. Often, they bring questions, responsibility, and a qu...

In this episode of Big Meaningful Life , I sit down with Shawn Brumfield to explore mental fitness and positive intelligence — and what it really means to perform, grow, and stay aligned without burning out. We talk about the quiet emptiness many high achievers feel even when everything looks “right” on the outside, how small shifts in thinking can unlock motivation and resilience, and why mental...

In this episode, I sit down with Billy Keels — someone I deeply admire for the way he has built a life rooted in ambition and family. Our conversation moves through the many chapters of his story: growing up with limited resources, rising through corporate leadership, building multiple businesses, facing personal and professional challenges, and ultimately choosing a life designed around freedom,...

In this episode of Big Meaningful Life , I open up a conversation most of us avoid: jealousy — the emotion we’re taught to hide, suppress, and feel ashamed of. I share why this emotion matters, what it reveals about our deepest desires, and how we can transform it into clarity and direction instead of silence and self-judgment. This conversation comes from real coaching sessions and my own lived e...

In this episode, I share what burnout can quietly do to our relationships — how emotional exhaustion affects our capacity to connect, communicate, and stay present. I talk about the moment I realized I could no longer show up the way I always had, and what healing taught me about boundaries, friendship, and the difference between relationships that grow with us and ones that fall away. This is a c...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier to explore a question many of us are quietly asking: How can we stay emotionally resilient in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence? We talk about the intersection of resilience , emotional intelligence , and AI , and what it really means to stay human as technology becomes more present in our personal and professional li...

In this episode, I dive into a topic that affects so many of us: burnout. I explore what burnout really is, how it shows up in our brains and bodies, and why recognizing it early is so important. I also share practical, evidence-based strategies to prevent burnout and recover—tools that focus on self-awareness, emotional regulation, and self-compassion. Whether you’re feeling exhausted, overworked...

In this episode of Big Meaningful Life , I open up about those seasons when motivation feels out of reach—when even the simplest tasks feel heavy. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why can’t I just push through like I used to?” , this conversation is for you. I share my own experiences of navigating low-energy days as a sensitive, high-achieving person, and what I’ve learned about listening t...

In this episode of Big Meaningful Life , I share a deeply personal conversation recorded during a season of transition in my own life. We dive into what it really means to navigate change, hold space for sensitivity, and redefine balance when life feels both beautiful and heavy. For years, I thought balance meant keeping everything “in check.” But I’ve learned it’s less about holding still and mor...

A year ago, I joined Denise Eckert on her Calm Your Daily Stress podcast to have a deeply honest conversation about what it really takes to protect our mental and emotional well-being in a world that rarely slows down. We spoke about my transition from a high-stress career in the tech industry to becoming an emotional intelligence coach—a change that wasn’t just a career pivot, but a personal nece...

In this episode of Big Meaningful Life , I had the pleasure of sitting down with the insightful and deeply grounded Natalie Siston —author, coach, and founder of Small Town Leadership . We explored what it really takes to pursue your dreams without burning everything down first. Natalie shared how one pivotal lunch conversation changed the trajectory of her career, and we talked candidly about wha...

In this episode, I had the honor of joining Maurice Philogene on Try Life On to share my journey from the polished corridors of Google and Microsoft to the meaningful, soul-aligned work I now do as an emotional intelligence coach. We unpacked what it really feels like to be “successful” on paper and completely misaligned on the inside—and the quiet, persistent gut nudges that eventually became too...

In this solo episode of Big Meaningful Life , I open up about something that used to quietly haunt me—feeling guilty when I rested. As a high-achieving, emotionally sensitive person, I learned to associate rest with laziness or failure. Maybe you’ve felt that too—the inner tension of needing to stop, but feeling like you’re letting someone down. Like rest is something you should earn, not somethin...

In this episode of Big Meaningful Life , I open up about something that’s often overlooked—what it feels like to be a highly sensitive person (HSP) during the summer months. While the world celebrates long days, nonstop social events, and the buzz of activity, many of us quietly struggle with sensory overload, emotional fatigue, and the guilt of needing space to recharge. I share personal reflecti...

In this episode, I sit down with the insightful Natalie Roitman for a powerful conversation about emotional intelligence—what it means today and why it’s more important than ever in our AI-driven world. We explore Natalie’s personal journey in the field of emotional intelligence and reflect on how the concept has evolved alongside rapid technological advancement. Together, we unpack some of the mo...

In this second part of my conversation with Doug Thorpe, we dive even deeper into the emotional and psychological landscape of burnout—not just from overwork, but from under-stimulation and misalignment. Together, we explore the intersection of mental wellness, identity, and the tools that help us reconnect with what truly matters. We also touch on the nuances of the so-called “midlife crisis,” wh...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Doug Thorpe to share my personal journey through the high-performance worlds of Microsoft and Google—and the tipping point that forced me to pause. What began as love for the work slowly evolved into chronic fatigue, misalignment, and eventually, burnout. We explore the unspoken cost of constantly pushing ourselves beyond capacity, the unique experience of...

This episode is Part 2 of my guest appearance on All Things In The Name Of Love , where I continue sharing my journey from burnout to reconnecting with my life’s purpose. We go deeper into the practices that supported my healing—like mindfulness, self-reflection, and emotional awareness—and how these tools helped me navigate life’s messiness with more compassion and clarity. I open up about the ro...

In this episode, I had the honor of being a guest on All Things In The Name Of Love , where we dive deep into a heartfelt conversation about emotional intelligence, burnout, and the journey of self-discovery. We explored how tuning into our intuition, embracing mindfulness, and making space for all of our emotions—especially the uncomfortable ones—can unlock healing and clarity. Together, we unpac...

In part 2 of this powerful episode, I sit down with my emotional intelligence coach, Rupali, to explore how life’s challenges can spark deep personal growth. We talk about the weight of guilt—especially for highly sensitive people—and the importance of setting boundaries, building resilience, and developing sustainable mindsets for lasting well-being. Key Takeaways: Unexpected life challenges serv...

In this conversation, I sit down with my emotional intelligence coach, Rupali Ssaahhai, we explore the transformative power of coaching and emotional intelligence. We discuss the journey of becoming a coach, the societal stigma surrounding seeking help, and the importance of navigating life's unexpected challenges with a positive mindset. Rupali shares insights on reframing challenges as opportuni...