Overwhelmed Working Woman: Boost Productivity, Master Time Management, Overcome Overwhelm & Stop People Pleasing
Michelle Gauthier | Inspired by Mel Robbins, Jen Sincero, Brene Brown, Glennon Doyle, Emily Ley, Shauna Niequist
205 episodes
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Do your mornings leave you feeling frazzled before the day even begins? You’re not alone—most working women start their days already behind. In this episode, Michelle breaks down the hidden habits that make mornings chaotic—from reaching for your phone too soon to making dozens of tiny decisions before 8 A.M. She shows you how a few small shifts can completely transform how your day begins, without adding more to your plate. In this episode, you will learn: Learn the three most common mistake...
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Do your mornings leave you feeling frazzled before the day even begins? You’re not alone—most working women start their days already behind. In this episode, Michelle breaks down the hidden habits that make mornings chaotic—from reaching for your phone too soon to making dozens of tiny decisions before 8 A.M. She shows you how a few small shifts can completely transform how your day begins, without adding more to your plate. In this episode, you will learn: Learn the three most common mistake...
Do your mornings leave you feeling frazzled before the day even begins? You’re not alone—most working women start their days already behind. In this episode, Michelle breaks down the hidden habits that make mornings chaotic—from reaching for your phone too soon to making dozens of tiny decisions before 8 A.M. She shows you how a few small shifts can completely transform how your day begins, without adding more to your plate. In this episode, you will learn: Learn the three most common mistake...
What would happen if you suddenly had to manage all your finances alone tomorrow — would you be ready? In this powerful conversation, financial expert and author Steph Wagner opens up about losing her financial autonomy after leaving her high-powered finance career to raise her family — and how she had to rebuild her confidence, her career, and her wealth from scratch after an unexpected divorce. This episode tackles why so many capable women still feel intimidated by money and how to stop ab...
Are you constantly doing more but still feeling like it’s never enough? What if the real reason for your overwhelm isn’t your workload—but an unanswered internal need? In this episode of Overwhelmed Working Woman, Michelle introduces The Seven Primal Questions by Mike Foster—a powerful framework that uncovers the core emotional question driving your stress. Whether you’re asking yourself “Am I loved?” or “Am I successful?”, understanding your primal question helps explain why you over-give, p...
Do you ever find yourself instantly frustrated or hurt by someone else’s behavior—at work, at home, or even over text? In this episode, Michelle breaks down the life-changing mindset of using the Most Generous Interpretation—a way to separate someone’s behavior from who they are, so you can stop spiraling into stress and take back control of your emotions. In this episode, you will: Learn how to give others the benefit of the doubt without ignoring boundariesDiscover how to replace judgment w...
Do you feel a wave of guilt every time you say “no”? What if the real reason you’re overwhelmed isn’t your schedule—but your inability to protect your energy? When you listen, you’ll discover how your upbringing, cultural expectations, and fear of disappointing others may be quietly draining your time and peace—and how to finally stop it. In this episode, you will: Learn three distinct types of “no” and exactly when to use each one.Get nine word-for-word phrases you can use right away to set ...
Do you catch yourself saying yes when every part of you wants to say no—just to avoid disappointing someone? If you’re constantly drained, resentful, or overwhelmed because you’re always putting others first, this episode is your permission slip to stop. Michelle Gauthier breaks down why people pleasing isn’t kindness—it’s self-betrayal, and how three simple mindset shifts can help you say no without guilt. In this episode, you will: Discover why “no” is not unkind—it’s actually honest.Learn ...
Do you ever catch yourself saying things like “I should have this figured out by now” or “I’m just terrible at this”? What if those thoughts are the real reason you’re feeling so drained and overwhelmed? In this episode, Michelle reveals how negative self-talk quietly magnifies stress for working women and keeps them trapped in a cycle of exhaustion and guilt. You’ll discover what self-compassion actually means—and why it’s not indulgent or lazy, but the foundation of real emotional resilienc...
Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “Once I make more money, I’ll finally feel less stressed”—only to find that the overwhelm never goes away? In this episode, host Michelle Gauthier and Money Mindset and Personal Finance Coach Madison Aldini unpack the illusion that money alone fixes your problems. Madison shares how she climbed from $70,000 in debt to six figures, yet still felt trapped by scarcity, hustle, and self-doubt—and how uncovering her subconscious money beliefs finally broke the ...
Do you ever feel like you were doing great—until you saw someone else doing “better”? In this episode, Michelle shares two real-life stories—one from a spin class and another from a business mastermind—that reveal how comparison can quietly steal our joy and distort our sense of success. If you’ve ever felt less-than because of someone else’s numbers, lifestyle, or achievements, this conversation will hit home. Listeners will learn: How comparison tricks your brain into thinking you’re failin...
Ever look around and think, “Everyone else seems to be doing this right — why am I the only one struggling?” If you’ve ever felt behind, like you’re missing some secret everyone else knows, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone — and that comparison might be the silent source of your stress, self-doubt, and overwhelm. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why your brain is hardwired to compare and how to stop it from running your life.How comparison feeds imposter syndrome and keeps...
Ever looked at your calendar and thought, “It’s not even that full—so why do I feel so overwhelmed?” In this episode, Michelle uncovers a hidden reason most people feel stressed and short on time: what’s on your calendar doesn’t actually represent how much energy and attention your commitments really take. From orthodontist appointments to dinner parties, she breaks down the unseen “time tax” that drains your focus and fuels burnout. Listeners will learn: How to uncover the invisible hours hi...
Ever hit a huge career milestone and feel… nothing? If your hard-earned success still leaves you flat, this episode will completely shift how you think about achievement, planning, and presence. So many ambitious women feel overwhelmed by “productivity hacks” that just add more pressure. Danielle McGeough, PhD and creator of the RISE Ritual Method, shares how she escaped burnout by transforming her approach from control to connection — replacing rigid time management with meaningful rituals t...
Do you ever feel like you can’t stop saying yes—even when you’re exhausted and know it’s not serving you? If you’ve been praised your whole life for being agreeable, or you believe saying “no” is selfish, it’s no wonder people pleasing feels impossible to break. This episode unpacks why your brain defaults to “yes,” even when you’re craving peace, balance, and boundaries. By listening, you’ll discover: Why praise and approval reinforced your people-pleasing patterns.How black-and-white thinki...
Do you ever feel like the harder you push, the less actually gets done? If you’ve been caught in the cycle of clenching, controlling, and forcing outcomes—whether at work, at home, or with your kids—you’re not alone. In this episode, Michelle unpacks why tension drains your energy and how real productivity thrives when you create space to breathe, soften, and receive. By listening, you’ll discover: Why clenched-fist energy keeps you stuck and exhausted.How to recognize when to soften versus w...
Ever hear that little voice whisper “Who do you think you are?” when you take on something new? That voice is imposter syndrome—and instead of being proof that you’re unqualified, it might actually be a signal that you’re growing. If you’ve ever felt stuck or paralyzed by self-doubt, this episode flips the script to help you see imposter syndrome in a whole new way. In this conversation, you’ll discover: Why simply noticing imposter syndrome is the first win toward confidenceHow to reframe do...
Do you ever feel like no matter how much you earn, there’s never enough money — or that guilt and people-pleasing are keeping you from building real wealth? In this episode, financial expert and TEDx speaker Hilary Hendershott shares her raw story of going from a BMW she couldn’t afford and $570,000 in debt, to creating a thriving wealth management firm designed by women, for women. If money overwhelm, hidden beliefs, or cultural conditioning have ever held you back, this conversation will fe...
Have you ever wondered why your decluttering efforts don’t seem to stick, leaving you right back where you started? This episode wraps up our 5-day declutter challenge by shifting the focus from “doing” to “celebrating.” Instead of powering through another closet or inbox, you’ll reflect on your biggest wins, what you learned about yourself, and how to protect the calm you’ve created so it lasts long after the challenge ends. By listening, you will: Discover how small, consistent actions lead...
Does your calendar feel heavier than your closet—packed with things you don’t actually want to do? So many working women are stuck in endless commitments, from unnecessary meetings to social obligations that drain energy. In this episode, Michelle shows you how to spot the time clutter that doesn’t show up on your calendar but still weighs you down—and how to start removing it today. By listening, you’ll discover: How to quickly identify hidden time drains that never make it onto your schedul...
Is your phone, inbox, or computer silently adding stress to your day? Digital clutter is the invisible mess most working women overlook—but it’s stealing focus, energy, and calm every single time you open your devices. Imagine the relief of cutting through that chaos in just one short session. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to choose the one digital space that’s causing you the most stress.A simple method to declutter your inbox, photos, or apps without overwhelm.The surprising mental ...
Does your office, car, or even bathroom make you feel heavy and drained every time you walk in? Clutter isn’t just about stuff—it’s about the weight it puts on your energy and focus. For Day 2 of the Declutter Challenge, Michelle guides you through how to pick the one space that feels the heaviest and break it down into a manageable 30-minute win. When you listen, you’ll discover: The 3-pile method to clear any space without overwhelm.How to tackle even the most chaotic rooms by breaking them...
Overwhelmed Working Woman: Boost Productivity, Master Time Management, Overcome Overwhelm & Stop People Pleasing
Do your mornings leave you feeling frazzled before the day even begins? You’re not alone—most working women start their days already behind. In this episode, Michelle breaks down the hidden habits that make mornings chaotic—from reaching for your phone too soon to making dozens of tiny decisions before 8 A.M. She shows you how a few small shifts can completely transform how your day begins, without adding more to your plate. In this episode, you will learn: Learn the three most common mistake...
