Give Yourself Some Leeway: Burnout Recovery for High Achievers

Are you tired of feeling like emotional and physical well-being is just out of reach? Do you crave alternative solutions that are easy, accessible, enjoyable, and won't break the bank? Deborah Charnes , one of the first bilingual certified yoga therapists, traveled the world to learn from a diverse group of gurus how to foster optimal well-being. Today, we uncover the most powerful practices t...

Today's episode is a special one. We're celebrating Give Yourself Some Leeway 's first anniversary, and I can't believe how quickly time has flown by. In this episode, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey of this past year and share some of the valuable lessons I've learned along the way. 1. Embrace the Learning Curve 2. Consistency is Key 3. Listen to Y...

Are you ready to break free from your comfort zone and unleash the untapped potential within you? Welcome to part of my summer series - The most impactful books on my Burnout Recovery journey - where we delve into the transformative book, "Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins. This captivating memoir takes us on a journey from a troubled past to unimaginable mental and physical strength....

What does it take to become a Bolder Leader? Colleen Slaughter of Authentic Leadership International uses her expertise to guide international leaders as they attain the clarity, courage and self-confidence necessary to realize higher levels of productivity and fulfillment in both their personal and professional lives. Included in today's conversation: - what balance means and why it's key...

Are you ready to unleash your inner Cleaner and break free from mediocrity? Welcome to part of my summer series - The most impactful books on my Burnout Recovery journey - where we delve into the transformative book "Relentless" by Tim S. Grover. Discover the mindset and strategies of the elusive "Cleaner" - those who stop at nothing to achieve greatness in their field. From tr...

Are you tired of feeling like you're constantly juggling between work and personal life? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by stress and struggling to find harmony in your daily routine? Tassos Kotzias , Founder of HEART© Coaching methodology, shares how to incorporate a healthy, sustainable Work Life Balance through holistic practices. Tassos seeks to empower women in the workplace, so that th...

Are you ready to break free from the chains of the past and future, and embrace the magic of the present moment? Welcome to part of my summer series - The most impactful books on my Burnout Recovery journey - where we delve into the transformative book, "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle. Unraveling the nature of the ego, the power of presence, and the art of embracing acceptance, Tolle's teachin...

Resentment—a feeling we often associate with negativity and toxicity. But what if I told you that resentment can be harnessed as a powerful force for positive change? In this podcast, Cait Donovan joins the show to share her personal experience with burnout, how Adverse Childhood Experiences correlate with burnout, and explore how Resentment can become a catalyst for self-improvement, motivation,...

Are you tired of searching for the elusive secret to success? Look no further. The answer lies here... in Continuous Improvement. I know, I know. Not the mysterious, sexy answer you were looking for. But does it work? Without a single doubt. In today's episode, discover the key takeaways from The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson. This is one of the most impactful books that I read on my journey to se...

Diann Wingert is a business strategist, mentor, coach, and former psychotherapist. Diann works with established female solopreneurs: coaches, consultants, creatives, and independent professionals who are ready to lean into what truly makes them different so they can stand out from the crowd and create a profitable, sought-after solopreneur business. In today's conversation, topics include: - L...

Tell me, What's Been Holding You Back? Holding you back from pursuing your passion. Holding you back from living with intention. Holding you back from taking purposeful action. "I just can't find the time" or "Life just gets in the way". If this is the case, all the positive encouragement in the world won't help you. It's time for a generous dose of tough love a...

Have you ever felt a strong desire to pursue your dreams, start a new project, or make a change in your life... Only to be held back by fear, self-doubt, or a lack of motivation? If so, you're not alone. When I get stuck in Analysis Paralysis, this is one of the tools that gets me unstuck and back on track. This summary of 'Just Start' shares valuable insights and practical advice to h...

Here's an add-on for those following the "What's Holding You Back?" episodes. Think of this as a beginner's guide to Neuroscience 🧠 By understanding how you process your thoughts, how your brain works, you can take control of your reality. Neuroplasticity and Neurogenesis offer profound insights into the brain's capacity to change and adapt. This gives you the ability to...

Peter Shankman is an author, entrepreneur, and renowned expert in harnessing the power of ADHD. He's the founder of companies like HARO (Help a Reporter Out) and ShankMinds, and his groundbreaking book, " Faster Than Normal , " has transformed the way we perceive neurodiversity and productivity. But what makes Peter truly remarkable is his ability to turn his ADHD into a superpower....

Our brains process over 70,000 thoughts every day, but that doesn't mean every thought we have is 100% truth. Are your thoughts, your beliefs, holding you back from success? Confirmation bias is our natural tendency to take new information and use it to confirm a belief system that we already have. Our brain works hard to make new information fit, so sometimes we’ll even twist or ignore parts...

Are you struggling with self-doubt, fear of failure, or a persistent feeling of not being "good enough"? The barrier to our growth and success quite often lies in the beliefs that have been ingrained in us from an early age. Today, we'll explore practical strategies and empowering mindset shifts to break free from the limitations imposed by conditioned thinking. Whether you're se...

Imagine for a moment, If you took a step back & realized that you've been living on autopilot Simply going through the motions of every day Mindlessly... without true purpose. How different would your life be if you could break through your limiting beliefs? Lucia Di Marco joins the show to discuss how our self doubts and beliefs are the limits we put on ourselves, and that we can be extra...

Keeping things short and snappy today! I was recently asked in a job interview the following question: "What are your top 3 key traits as a leader, and how would you demonstrate these in your role?" And it got me thinking. It really did. And now I'm curious - How would you answer the same question? I would love to hear from you! 👇 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ giveyourselfsomeleeway.com ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠...

This is an episode for all who write. Not just the authors, content creators or journalists. Writing is a life skill. Whether it is creative writing, report writing or communication. Yet - Why do so many struggle with putting a pen to paper? Angela Cairns - Author & Writing Skills Coach - describes her personal experience with burnout, techniques that helped her overcome mental blocks and powe...

I'm considering this another BONUS episode and couldn't wait to share this with you! Today I'm joined by Jules Su, host of Amazing on Autopilot & founder of Glimmerz Of Hope. Jules is a fellow entrepreneur that started her podcast journey about the same time that I started Give Yourself Some Leeway, and we catch up every few months to see where in the world this journey has taken us! Now, A LOT ha...

You want to make a change in your life, change your habits, get out of a rut... But don't know where to start? Today I'm joined by Mindset Coach Gary Clinton to discuss: - How to overcome feeling stuck in a rut - Putting yourself in positive environments - How to get started with a Bulletproof Mindset - Why you need to put in the reps Send Gary a DM @garycoachclinton Enjoy this episode? Le...

Mental health is often shrouded in stigma and silence, especially in the workplace. We believe that it's time to change the narrative. Tim McCarthy , Host of 20TIMinutes joins the show as we challenge the misconceptions, myths, and taboos surrounding mental well-being. And what better way to break the stigma than with a touch of humor, a sprinkle of positivity, and a whole lot of empathy? Let...

Change is an inevitable part of life, and in this episode, we explore why embracing change is crucial for personal growth and success. Join as we delve into the power of -stepping outside our comfort zones, -cultivating resilience, and -fostering a growth mindset. Discover practical strategies to actively embrace change and unlock your true potential. Tune in and learn why change is not to be fear...

Calculators at the ready! As a business owner, how much capital would you spend on technology and equipment? Now, how much would you spend maintaining that equipment? How about updating the technology? It all adds up fast. Now: How much capital would you spend on your employees? Training, empowering, nurturing? Today I am joined by Saniya Sharma - Lawyer and Founder of Peoplenovate - to discuss ho...

Why do you help others? Is it because it makes you feel better about yourself, gives you validation? Today, Gabriel Shaw of liberatedpractitioner.com shares his concept of Care-Giving vs. Care-Taking. This is particularly useful if you work in healthcare, and something to be self-aware about. Gabriel also talks about Burnout, Tai Chi, Qigong & being human. Enjoy this episode? Let me know what...