Ep 143: How All-or-Nothing Thinking Fuels Burnout (And How to Break the Cycle)
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This episode explores how all-or-nothing thinking and perfectionism contribute to burnout, particularly for women in midlife, and offers practical strategies to overcome these patterns.
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever had a “Magic Monday” where you’re fully committed to getting your life together… only to feel like you’ve blown it by Tuesday afternoon? If so, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not lazy. In this episode, we’re unpacking all-or-nothing thinking and how perfectionism can quietly fuel burnout, especially for women navigating the demands of midlife. I share why our brains default to extremes, how self-judgment keeps us stuck, and practical ways to shift toward...
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