Work it, Live it, Own it!

Are you exhausted from optimizing your rest? Discover why high-achieving women struggle to truly rest and how to reclaim genuine restoration without guilt. Rest is not a reward for exhaustion. It is a requirement for brilliance. If you are treating rest like a metric to conquer, or a luxury you have to earn by completely emptying your tank first, you are not resting. You are recovering from burnou...

If you listened to our main episode, "The Hidden Cost of Being the Strong One," you know that functioning while depleted is a survival strategy. But here is the hardest part about taking off that mask: when you have spent years making it look easy, your sudden need for help can feel to the people around you like an accusation. In this bonus mini-episode, SaCola Lehr tackles the delicate dynamic of...

Are you the go-to person at work, the anchor for your family, and the sounding board for your friends? Being the "strong one" is often praised as a personality trait, but in reality, it is a survival strategy. In this episode of Work it, Live it, Own it!, work-life harmony strategist SaCola Lehr explores the hidden emotional toll of constant output and resilience. If you know how to succeed but ar...

Caring about someone and being entitled to their life plan are two entirely different things. In this bonus episode of Work it, Live it, Own it!, we are taking the concept of society's timeline out of the abstract and into the real world—specifically, the family dinners and school pickup lines where you are asked the same personal questions over and over again. Building on our main episode, You Ar...

You are not behind. You are on someone else's timeline. And those are two very different problems. In this episode of Work it, Live it, Own it!, we are dismantling the invisible schedule that tells you when you should be promoted, when you should have children, when you should have it all figured out — and what it actually looks like to delete it. Using the Empowerment element of the PRONE to Powe...

Have you ever felt like you're speaking a completely different language from your partner? You're going through this huge internal shift, realizing that the successful life you've built together feels... empty. But when you try to share this vulnerable feeling, you're met with a blank stare, confusion, or even defensiveness. Suddenly, you feel lonelier than ever, right inside your own home. In thi...

In this episode of "Work It, Live It, Own It," SaCola Lehr discusses the concept of the success paradox, where individuals may feel empty despite achieving societal-defined success. She explains that this paradox occurs when people have followed a prescribed script for success but now need to create their own path. She emphasizes the importance of aligning one's priorities with authentic desires r...

If you feel like your hard work is only rewarded with more work, and you're tired of feeling drained and resentful, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to reclaim your time and energy. You'll learn how to break free from the cycle of overdelivering and start building a career and life that truly sustains you. Are you caught in the overdelivering trap? It’s that exhausting cycle where...

SaCola sits down with Dr. JaNee' Mobley, a wife, mother, coach, and strategist, who rebuilt her life after homelessness, repossession, financial collapse, and public assistance. With vulnerability and strength, Dr. JaNee' Mobley shares how she turned her lowest moment into a launching pad by reshaping her mindset, taking aligned action, and stepping boldly into purpose. She introduces her transfor...

In this final episode of the Suck it Up, Go-it-Alone series, SaCola Lehr addresses the hidden dangers and immense challenges of excessive self-reliance and the habit of 'sucking it up' alone. She revisits three key energy drainers: fear of confrontation, misguided optimism, and persistent availability, and highlights how these combine to create a cycle of burnout and disconnection from what truly...

The Myth of Constant Availability: Why Being "Always On" is Burning You Out In this powerful fourth installment of the "Suck It Up, Go It Alone" series, Work-Life Harmony Strategist SaCola Lehr dives deep into a subtle, yet deeply damaging habit: persistent availability . We live in a world of endless pings, emails, Slack messages, group texts, and notifications that never stop. This episode unpac...

In this episode of Work it, Live it, Own it! we explore the hidden trap of misguided optimism, that well-meaning belief that if you just try harder, others will notice, help, or finally step up. Spoiler alert: that pattern drains your energy and feeds burnout. Host SaCola Lehr breaks down how childhood experiences and trauma often shape our over-functioning habits, why optimism itself isn’t the pr...

Have you ever walked away from a conversation wishing you’d spoken up — but instead, you stayed silent to avoid conflict? You’re not alone. For so many sandwich generation women , the fear of confrontation quietly drains energy at work, at home, and in caregiving roles. In this episode of Work it, Live it, Own it! , we’re unpacking how avoiding hard conversations becomes a pressure cooker effect :...

In this episode of "Work It, Live It, Own It," host SaCola Lehr delves into the hidden costs of the 'suck it up' mentality. Discover how this mindset, often mistaken for strength, leads to burnout, resentment, and silence. SaCola shares personal insights and practical strategies to break free from survival mode and embrace a life rooted in honesty and sustainable strength. Tune in to learn how to...

The Nutrition Reset: Boost Energy, Beat Burnout: Simple Food Shifts for Women Ready to Feel Like Themselves Again Tired of feeling exhausted, foggy, and stressed—even after a full night’s sleep? The solution might be closer than you think… on your plate. In this episode of Work it, Live it, Own it! , holistic nutritionist and naturopath Alana Bonnemann joins me to share how simple food choices can...

If you’ve been chasing work-life balance and feeling like you’re failing, you’re not alone. Here’s the truth: balance is a myth. And the more you chase it, the more stressed and guilty you’ll feel. In this episode of Work it, Live it, Own it! , SaCola Lehr is breaking down why balance doesn’t work—and what you should focus on instead: harmony. What you’ll learn: ✔ Why balance sets you up for burno...

Do you ever feel like you’re giving your all—and it still isn’t enough? You’re showing up, working hard, doing everything “right,” and yet you feel like you’re falling short. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In this episode of Work It, Live It, Own It! , we’re getting real about those moments when your best doesn’t feel like enough and what to do about it. You’ll discover: Why doing more...

Are the people in your life lifting you up — or quietly weighing you down? In this episode of Work It, Live It, Own It , we’re diving deep into the power of true friendship and what it really means to build a supportive, purpose-aligned community. Whether you’re navigating workplace drama, feeling stuck in one-sided friendships, or craving deeper connection, this conversation will help you recogni...

Are you reaching for a drink to relax… or to escape? In this powerful episode of Work It, Live It, Own It! , we dive deep into the emotional triggers behind alcohol use with special guest Gina Kunadian —a TEDx speaker and women’s alcohol-free sobriety coach. If you’re a high-functioning woman juggling work, caregiving, and endless responsibilities, it’s easy to fall into the pattern of drinking to...

Are you standing at the edge of a new chapter, torn between who you were and who you’re becoming? This episode of Work it. Live it. Own it. explores the raw emotional journey of change—what it means to lead yourself through evolution when it’s uncomfortable, lonely, and misunderstood by others. SaCola Lehr talks about the real cost of growth, how to stop shrinking for others, and why emotional res...

Have you ever felt stuck between where you started and where you're trying to go? That space—full of uncertainty, discomfort, and growth—is what today’s guest, Sabine Gedeon, calls the “messy middle.” In this empowering episode, we explore what it really takes to navigate the in-between moments of transformation, whether in life, career, or business. Sabine Gedeon is a leadership strategist, trans...

Are you a woman constantly pouring into others—whether you're raising kids, caring for aging parents, or supporting extended family—and finding yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally drained? In this powerful episode of Work it, Live it, Own it , we explore the hidden cost of caregiving, especially for women in the “sandwich generation.” SaCola Lehr opens a compassionate, no-fluff conversa...

Do you ever feel guilty when you take time for yourself? You're not alone. In this episode of Work it, Live it, Own it , we dive into why women often struggle with guilt when they prioritize themselves—and how to finally break free from that cycle. You’ll learn where the guilt really comes from, why it hits women especially hard, and five powerful mindset shifts to help you put yourself first with...

Ever feel like your mind is juggling a thousand things and you’re still forgetting something? That’s the invisible mental load — and it’s draining your energy more than you realize. In this episode of Work it, Live it, Own it! , we’ll dive deep into what the invisible load really is, why decision fatigue is holding you back, and how you can free up mental space to thrive both at work and at home....

Do you feel like your job or business is running you instead of the other way around? You’re constantly checking emails, working late, and putting everything else on hold just to keep up. But here’s the truth—your career is not your baby, and treating it like one is leading you straight to burnout. In this episode, we’re breaking down how to prioritize your work without letting it consume your lif...