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
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What if the reason last year didn’t go the way you hoped isn’t because you failed — but because no one ever taught you how to evaluate it properly? As a working woman, you’re juggling career, family, relationships, health, and endless expectations — and when a year doesn’t feel great, it’s easy to default to self-criticism. In this episode, Michelle shares a real, vulnerable look at her own year and walks you through a calm, compassionate way to reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and how to...
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What if the reason last year didn’t go the way you hoped isn’t because you failed — but because no one ever taught you how to evaluate it properly? As a working woman, you’re juggling career, family, relationships, health, and endless expectations — and when a year doesn’t feel great, it’s easy to default to self-criticism. In this episode, Michelle shares a real, vulnerable look at her own year and walks you through a calm, compassionate way to reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and how to...
What if the reason last year didn’t go the way you hoped isn’t because you failed — but because no one ever taught you how to evaluate it properly? As a working woman, you’re juggling career, family, relationships, health, and endless expectations — and when a year doesn’t feel great, it’s easy to default to self-criticism. In this episode, Michelle shares a real, vulnerable look at her own year and walks you through a calm, compassionate way to reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and how to...
What if you didn’t need to totally reinvent yourself this year to finally feel calm, focused, and in control? If you’re an overwhelmed working woman who feels pressure every January to fix everything at once, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. Instead of chasing unrealistic resolutions, Michelle invites you to a grounded, intentional way to plan your year—one that builds on what’s already working in your life without adding more stress. By signing up for Your Best Year 2026, y...
Do you ever hit big goals—but still feel like you’re failing? In this episode of Overwhelmed Working Woman, Michelle talks about The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. If you’re ambitious, growth-minded, and constantly pushing for more, this episode explains why success can feel so unsatisfying—and how a simple mindset shift can completely change the way you experience progress, motivation, and confidence. By listening, you’ll discover: How to stop feeling behind no matt...
Have you ever collapsed into bed at the end of the day wondering why you’re so exhausted—before the holidays even arrive? If the holidays feel overwhelming, it’s not because you’re doing something wrong—it’s because you’re carrying an enormous amount of invisible work. From tracking gifts and budgets to coordinating schedules and making everything feel “magical,” this episode speaks directly to the mental load working women quietly manage every holiday season. In this episode, you’ll discover...
Are you actually struggling with time management—or is perfectionism quietly keeping you stuck and overwhelmed? If you constantly feel busy but still struggle to finish things, second-guess your work, or delay putting yourself out there, this episode will help you understand why. Perfectionism often disguises itself as productivity, planning, or “high standards,” but underneath it is fear that keeps you from taking meaningful action. When you listen, you'll gain: A clear understanding o...
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed that you’re either completely frozen—or running at full speed with no relief in sight? If you’re juggling work, family, and responsibilities that never seem to end, this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar. My former client, Jenny Connors, is busy — she's a nonprofit founder, foster parent, and artist — and her life felt like total chaos until coaching helped her finally step out of survival mode. In this episode, you will: Learn how unrealistic self-exp...
Are you exhausted from trying to keep up with a life that looks good on the outside but feels overwhelming on the inside? So many women silently battle the pressure to achieve, overperform, and stay constantly available—yet still wonder why they feel disconnected, frantic, or numb. This episode unpacks the powerful lessons from Present Over Perfect by Shauna Niequist and shows how slowing down can restore presence, peace, and your true sense of self. In this episode, you’ll discover: Wh...
Feeling that holiday pressure building already—and wishing you could actually enjoy the season instead of just surviving it? If December always leaves you overwhelmed, overstretched, or quietly resentful, this episode breaks down exactly why the holidays feel so heavy—and how a few simple shifts can finally bring you the peace, calm, and breathing room you've been craving. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to prioritize what actually matters so your holiday season becomes lighter and m...
Is your workspace quietly adding to your overwhelm without you even realizing it? In a world where we work from dining tables, couches, bedrooms, or crowded offices, the lack of boundaries around where and how we work has become a major—and often overlooked—source of stress. This episode helps you understand why your environment may be working against you and how a few simple questions can dramatically reduce your overwhelm. Listeners will discover: • The real reasons your physical work...
Are you constantly pushing for perfection, yet feeling paralyzed, overwhelmed, or unable to access your creativity when it matters most? In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Mary Poffenroth as we explore why high performers—especially those raised to be “happy,” “successful,” and never difficult—often misinterpret fear, suppress emotions, and unknowingly shut down the very part of the brain required for innovation, clarity, and courageous decision-making. When you listen, you will: Learn Mary...
Are your holiday expectations secretly setting you up for stress, disappointment, and emotional overload? If you’ve ever walked into Thanksgiving hoping for perfect behavior, perfect food, and perfectly peaceful family interactions—only to end the day exhausted—you’re not alone. This episode shows you how unrealistic expectations quietly amplify stress and how a simple mindset shift can make your entire holiday calmer and easier. In this episode, you will: Learn the mindset tool that instantl...
Do you ever get to the end of a month and wonder why you’re still overwhelmed even though you’re working so hard toward your goals? This episode reveals the simple monthly review practice that helps overwhelmed working women stay aligned, make consistent progress, and avoid the cycle of overplanning, burnout, and forgotten goals—especially heading into the busiest month of the year. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to pause and reflect in a way that actually moves your goals forwar...
Welcome back to Book Club! Are you living a life that looks “perfect” on paper but secretly feels misaligned, heavy, or strangely empty? In this episode, Michelle discussed Finding Your Own North Star by Martha Beck. The book breaks down why high-achieving working women often feel overwhelmed even when everything looks successful from the outside—and how that inner discomfort is actually a powerful message from the parts of you that have gone quiet. Listeners will learn: The difference ...
Are you exhausted from trying to “do it all” and wondering why life still feels chaotic no matter how hard you work? In this episode, you’ll hear how my former client Amanda, a full-time realtor, mom of two, and former perfectionist, realized she didn’t need more hours, better organization, or 4 a.m. wake-ups—she just needed a new way to think about her time, boundaries, and emotional management. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or convinced that chaos is simply “how l...
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 ...
Overwhelmed Working Woman: Boost Productivity, Master Time Management, Overcome Overwhelm & Stop People Pleasing
What if the reason last year didn’t go the way you hoped isn’t because you failed — but because no one ever taught you how to evaluate it properly? As a working woman, you’re juggling career, family, relationships, health, and endless expectations — and when a year doesn’t feel great, it’s easy to default to self-criticism. In this episode, Michelle shares a real, vulnerable look at her own year and walks you through a calm, compassionate way to reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and how to...
