Are you tired of trying to “balance” work and life — and still feeling exhausted?In this episode, Renee Frey breaks down the work-life balance myth and shows you a better, healthier approach called work-life integration. If you’ve ever felt guilty for working late, stressed about missing family time, or burned out from trying to do it all, this episode will change how you think about your career and your life.You’ll learn:✔ Why work-life balance doesn’t actually work✔ The difference between balance and integration✔ How to design a career that supports your real life✔ How to set boundaries without guilt✔ How to create alignment instead of burnoutRenee shares real stories from her corporate career, leadership lessons, and practical steps you can start using immediately to feel more fulfilled, energized, and in control of your time.If you’re a high-achiever, working professional, parent, or leader who wants more peace, purpose, and flexibility — this episode is for you.🎯 Your challenge: Identify your top 5 values and choose one way to live them more boldly this week.👇 Drop a comment: Which value are you ready to integrate into your work life?✅ Subscribe for weekly career growth and mindset episodes ✅ Visit www.reneefrey.com for free training and career resourcesChapters:00:00 Why Work-Life Balance Is a Myth00:33 What Work-Life Integration Really Means00:55 Meet Renee Frey – Career Strategist & Mindset Coach01:34 The Origin of Work-Life Balance (And Why It Fails)02:18 Corporate Burnout Story: Target, Hustle & Breaking Point03:28 The 4 Work-Life Balance Myths Holding You Back04:32 The Guilt Trap: Why You Always Feel Behind05:35 Passion Isn’t the Problem — Misalignment Is06:04 Life Seasons: You Can’t Balance Everything at Once07:08 Real-Life Work-Life Integration Examples08:32 How to Create Work-Life Integration (Step by Step)09:01 Layoffs, Alignment & Starting TalentQ10:03 How to Set Flexible Boundaries at Work10:35 Stop Measuring Success by Money Alone11:09 How to Do a Career Values Audit12:13 Asking for Flexibility Without Fear or Guilt12:59 How to Realign Before You Burn Out13:46 Why People Stay in Jobs That Drain Them14:50 Your Weekly Career Alignment Challenge15:16 Subscribe, Comment & Take Action🎙️Click Here To Check Out The Conscious Professional Podcast: https:/reneefrey.com/podcast🌟Click Here To View Renee's Mindset & Career Coaching Programs: https://reneefrey.com/programs🚀Click Here To Get Coached By Renee 1 on 1: https://reneefrey.com/services📝Click Here For Your Talent Acquisition Needs: https://www.TalentQ.net/📌Click Here To Access All Free Downloads Mentioned On The Podcast: https://reneefrey.com/podcast👋Thanks for being here, tune into this episode for content that could change the trajectory of your future! Check out Renee's book, I Hate Mondays - A Guide To Landing A Job That Makes You Want To Jump Out Of Bed In The Morning: https://amzn.to/3AkDZH4 Make sure you're connected below 👇 🔴Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reneefreyofficial/ 🔴TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee_frey?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc 🔴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/renee.frey/ 🔴LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneefrey/ Cheers, Renee Frey TALENTQ