Do you ever feel trapped between going all-in (the constant go, go, go, go), or needing to check out (the I've earned it, I've put in my time, I'm just I'm done.)
You are NOT alone.
The secret that no one tells us – there IS another option.
Society teaches us to push, push, push — in business, in relationships, in life — which works for awhile. Then we crash and burn, and all too often, that frustration turns inward. Well, there’s good news, in today’s episode, Stephanie and Maren share an alternative path. They unpack one of the most overlooked leadership skills: the difference between presence and pressure.
- Why does our culture reward relentless doing while quietly starving the roots that sustain us?
- What does it actually look like to slow down without checking out?
Stephanie and Maren tackle these questions, and more, through real stories, honest reflection, and a few unexpected analogies (think: scuba diving, lawnmowers, and Will Smith). The “go-go-go then crash” cycle is real and this conversation will give you tools to not end up as just another statistic.
Tangible, actionable practices will help you shift out of the all-or-nothing loop, reconnect you to what you love and help you find actual fulfillment in your life.
If you've ever felt like you're running on empty yet can't seem to stop, this episode is for you.—
Resources & References Mentioned
17:14 – Collateral Beauty (2016) — starring Will Smith, Kate Winslet, Helen Mirren
22:10 – Rumi — “Meet it at the doorway” reference
21:06 & 27:00 – Saint Francis of Assisi — the practice of giving inward first, then to a stranger
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