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What happens when you've done everything right, achieved everything you worked for, and still feel like something is missing? Dr. Jae Grymes-Young is here and we're chatting about the pressure of being a high-achieving woman, the courage it takes to walk away from something you've worked your whole life for, and why success doesn't always equal fulfillment. Dr. Jae is a board-certified pediatric dentist who invested years of her life and $300,000 into her education. But despite her impressive career, she started questioning whether the path she'd worked so hard to build was still the one she wanted. We're getting into perfectionism, career pivots, trusting God when the next step isn't clear, and learning to prioritize peace over achievement. Plus, we're talking about what it looks like to build a marriage where two ambitious people can thrive without either one having to shrink. ✨ We Chat About: Why achieving everything you wanted can still leave you feeling unfulfilledThe hidden pressure of being a high-achieving, perfectionist womanHow to recognize when it's time to walk away from a successful careerWhy rest, boundaries, and protecting your peace are essential to successBuilding a marriage where both partners can pursue big ambitionsGiving yourself permission to redefine success and choose a different pathFriend, remember that just because you made a decision about your life years ago doesn't mean you have to keep making that same decision today. You're allowed to grow, change, and want something different. Connect with Dr. Jae: Her website: https://www.thedoctorjae.com/ On Substack: https://itiswell.substack.com/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoctorjae/ Connect with Nicole: Work with Nicole: https://nicolewalters.com/work-with-meConnect with Nicole on Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters Episode Sponsors: Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Explore viral bestsellers and products of healthier hair of ALL types from Bask and Lather. Go to baskandlatherco.com and use code NICOLE for 20% off. Visit forhers.com/nicole to access personalized, affordable care for weight loss, hair, menopause, and more. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if the failure you’re experiencing right now isn’t a sign to quit… but a sign that you need to do things differently? My father-in-law, Arthur, is back, and if you loved our first chat, get ready because we’re going even deeper into the experiences that shaped the man, husband, father, and successful attorney he is today. Long before building a 45-year career, Arthur failed the bar exam. Twice. Instead of walking away, he changed his approach completely, put in the work, and learned one of the most important lessons of his life: there’s a difference between knowing something and truly owning it. We’re talking about what failure can teach us, why resilience is built through the hard seasons, and what Arthur means when he says entrepreneurs need to “be a chef, not a cook.” But this conversation is about more than business success. We also get into the relationship that supported Arthur through those early failures, the work ethic he passed down to his son Alex, and what it takes to build a career, marriage, and family that can withstand the ups and downs of life. And yes, Alex joins us to share what it was actually like growing up watching his dad live out these lessons long before he had words for them. ✨ We Chat About: How Arthur kept going after failing the bar exam twiceWhy failure can be feedback that it’s time to change your approachThe difference between knowing something and truly mastering itThe role Arthur’s marriage and family played in his successWhat Alex learned from watching his dad build a business and a lifeWhy lasting success is about so much more than making money If you’re navigating failure, starting over, building something new, or wondering whether you have what it takes to keep going, this chat is a reminder that the hardest parts of your story may end up teaching you the most. Episode Sponsors: Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. This episode is brought to you by the Breast Cancer Research Foudnation. Help 1 in 8 become none in 8. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Okay, I know how this is going to sound, but friends… we need to talk about doomsday prepping. Before you picture me building a bunker in my backyard, hear me out. This isn’t about living in fear or convincing yourself the world is ending. It’s about being prepared enough that when the power goes out, a major storm hits, supplies are harder to get, or life throws us another 2020-sized curveball, you don’t have to panic. In this chat, I’m sharing exactly how I think about emergency preparedness, from the simple things you can start doing today to what a realistic two week stockpile can actually look like. We’re talking food, water, generators, power outages, emergency supplies, and how to prepare in a way that makes sense for your home, your family, and your budget. I’m also sharing how I prepared my family before the pandemic, why I think there’s a difference between being anxious and being ready, and the question I ask myself any time I’m worried that I might be “doing too much.” Because the goal isn’t to prepare for every possible disaster. It’s to make sure you have what you need to stay safe and comfortable when something unexpected happens. ✨ We Chat About: What practical emergency preparedness actually looks likeThe difference between a three day and two week stockpileThe food, water, electricity, and emergency supplies I prioritizeWhy I invested in a generator and backup water optionsHow to start prepping even if you don’t have a huge budget or extra spaceWhat preparing for the pandemic taught me about trusting my instinctsHow to prepare without letting fear and anxiety take over The storms will come, and they’ll pass. The goal is simple: stay ready so you don’t have to get ready.   ✨Tell Me More: Connect with Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolewaltersConnect with Nicole on Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/ Episode Sponsors: Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Visit MyAlloy.com and use the code NICOLE to get 20 percent off your first order.  Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are my best days behind me? Whew. Even saying that out loud is hard. Let's have an honest chat about the last two years of my life... having a baby at 40, navigating postpartum anxiety, stepping into perimenopause, worrying about money and my career, and trying to process everything happening in the world at the same time. For a while, I didn’t realize how much I was struggling because I was still functioning. I was working. I was taking care of my family. I was showing up. But underneath all of that, anxiety was getting louder, and I reached a point where I barely recognized the way I was thinking. Now, almost two years later, I finally feel like I’m finding my way back to myself. And one of the biggest things helping me isn’t another system, routine, or productivity hack. It’s stillness.  ✨ We Chat About: What postpartum anxiety actually looked like for meNavigating postpartum, perimenopause, career changes, and uncertainty all at onceWhy being high-functioning doesn’t mean you aren’t strugglingThe negative thoughts that made me wonder if my best days were behind meHow faith and stillness are helping me quiet anxiety and find peaceLearning to recognize a thought without letting it dictate your decisionsWhy slowing down has completely changed the way I move through my day If anxiety has been sneaking into your life lately... whether it’s because of postpartum, perimenopause, money, your career, or just the uncertainty of the world around us... this chat is for you. Maybe your best days aren’t behind you. Maybe you just need enough stillness to remember how much you still have ahead of you. ✨ Tell Me More: National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMAConnect with Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolewaltersConnect with Nicole on Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/ ✨ Episode Sponsors: Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Visit Luxetribes.com and use code NICOLE at checkout for $100 off eligible group trips.  Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you know when God is asking you to hold on… and when He’s asking you to let go? Pastor and coach Anita Albert-Watson is here to chat about faith, spiritual abuse, discernment, and what it looks like to trust God when something just doesn’t feel right. After watching Death of a Pastor’s Wife, Anita and I unpack what we saw through her perspective as both an ordained pastor and a pastor’s wife. From the red flags of unhealthy church leadership to what happens when scripture and spiritual authority are used to manipulate instead of guide, Anita has a lot to share. But this chat goes far beyond one documentary...   We’re talking about the moments when you know something needs to change but you’re afraid that letting go means you’re giving up. Anita shares her own experience of stepping away from ministry, finding a new assignment, and learning that leaving one season behind doesn’t necessarily mean leaving your calling behind.  We’re chatting about: How to recognize spiritual abuse and unhealthy church leadershipWhy spiritual authority should always come with accountabilityThe difference between trusting a pastor and knowing scripture for yourselfHow to strengthen your discernment when something feels wrongKnowing when God may be releasing you from one assignment and leading you toward anotherHow to hear God when you’re in a season of transition and don’t know what comes next If you’ve experienced church hurt, questioned whether you can trust your own discernment, or found yourself wondering whether God is asking you to stay, leave, or simply take the next step, this chat is for you.    Tell Me More: Connect with Anita on Substack: https://substack.com/@anitaalbertwatsonConnect with Nicole on Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.comFind The Bible Project at https://www.youtube.com/@bibleproject Episode Sponsors: Go to http://bioptimizers.com/nicole and use code NICOLE for 15% off your entire order, plus a free travel size bottle of Masszymes - BiOptimizers' best-selling digestive enzyme — added to your order automatically. Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"The message that you will only see proper and consistent success if you have a crazy number of eyes on you is one of the biggest lies you've ever been told." If you’re building a business right now and wondering why the strategies that used to work suddenly aren’t working anymore, you’re not imagining it. The game has changed but that doesn’t mean it’s over. In this chat, I’m breaking down one of the biggest lies entrepreneurs have been sold: that you need more followers, more views, more content, and more visibility to make more money. You don’t. Social media can absolutely help grow your business, but it should be a way, not the way. Instead of chasing algorithms and constantly trying to get in front of more people, I’m sharing why your focus needs to shift back to the fundamentals that build sustainable businesses. Yes, we're talking sales, relationships, repeat customers, and knowing exactly how much money you actually need to make.  Don't Miss This Chat On: Why more followers don't automatically mean more moneyHow to grow a business without relying on social mediaWhy sales skills matter more than learning the latest algorithmThe 1,000 True Fans strategy and what it means for your businessHow to calculate your true income goal and reverse engineer your salesWhy going deep with the audience you already have can beat constantly chasing more visibilityHow real relationships create a more sustainable business You do not need to go viral to build a business that works. You need the right people, a product you believe in, and the willingness to actually ask for the sale. It’s not over yet. If you understand the game, you can stay in it. Connect with Nicole: Work with NicoleOn Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/On Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersOn YouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The girlboss era is officially dead. But did we swing too far in the other direction? For years, we were told to hustle harder, optimize ourselves, build the business, chase the dream, and wear burnout like a badge of honor. Then came the backlash... the soft life, quiet ambition, anti-work, and the idea that maybe we should just give it all up and move to Bali. But y’all… where is the middle? Today, I’m talking about what girlboss culture got right, what we were sold that was completely wrong, and why I don’t think the answer to hustle culture is giving up on ambition altogether.  We Chat About: Why girlboss culture and hustle culture ultimately led so many women to burnoutHow the soft life and performative rest became the backlash to constant hustlingThe difference between optimizing yourself and building better systems around your goalsWhy social media gives us such an unrealistic picture of both success and restWhat entrepreneurship actually looks like behind the scenes right nowHow to define ambition, success, work, and rest on your own terms If you’re tired of feeling like you have to choose between being the girlboss who works herself into the ground or giving it all up for the soft life… if business feels harder right now and you’re wondering if you’re doing something wrong… if you’re trying to figure out what ambition looks like in this next chapter… this chat is for you. Connect with Nicole: On Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/On Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersOn YouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Explore viral bestsellers and products for healthier hair of ALL types at baskandlatherco.com. Go to http://bioptimizers.com/nicole and use code NICOLE to get 15% off your entire order and a free travel size bottle of Masszymes - BiOptimizers' best-selling digestive enzyme — added to your order. This is a limited time offer and while supplies last. Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Being a content creator looks like the dream job right now. Share your life. Build an audience. Make money online. Maybe even turn your platform into an entire career. But after being on social media since the VERY early days of Facebook, I have some thoughts about what this career actually looks like… and what I wish more people understood before jumping in... We Chat About: How social media has changed since the early days of FacebookWhy becoming a content creator isn't as glamorous as it looksThe criticism, judgment, and expectations creators face onlineWhy you need an intention AND an exit strategy before building your career on social mediaWhat Miss Rachel gets right about building a platform around a bigger missionWhy more followers and visibility don't necessarily equal more impactHow to build something meaningful without becoming beholden to an algorithm If you're building a business online, dreaming about becoming a creator, or wondering why social media just doesn't feel the way it used to, this chat is for you. Because if there's one thing I've learned after all these years online, it's this: the algorithm will change, the attention will change, the money will change, and eventually, this chapter will too.   Connect with Nicole: On Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/On Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersOn YouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Visit MyAlloy.com and use the code NICOLE to get $20 off your first order. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are two kinds of people in this world... people who think it's totally normal to let a toddler roam a public park while "the village" watches them AND people like me  This week, Alex joins me for one of my favorite kinds of episodes as we unpack the wildest conversations happening over on Threads. From parenting debates and relationship hot takes to why checking your partner's phone is absolutely not the flex some people think it is, we're saying exactly what we think. We also get into the great garlic powder crisis, Mercury retrograde, and why "Threads Nicole" might just be be Alex's favorite version of me. If you've ever read something online and thought, "Wait... am I the crazy one?" this chat is for you. Come laugh with us, disagree with us, and maybe send me a Thread afterward. I want to hear where you land. We Chat About: The parenting debate that had everyone on Threads asking who should really be watching the kidsWhether "the village" actually exists when you're raising children todayThe difference between trust, intuition, and control in a healthy marriageThe internet's funniest (and most unhinged) hot takes on ThreadsThe surprisingly serious conversation about childcare, parenting, and modern family life   Connect with Nicole: Read Context is Everything: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersYouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: Alloy is the only menopause platform with a scalp-to-lash hair care solution. Visit myalloy.com and use code NICOLE for $20 off your first order! Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you're an entrepreneur you've probably heard that you need the perfect marketing strategy, a bigger audience, and the latest social media hack to build a successful business. But what if the real marketing secret is... your reputation? This week, I'm sitting down with someone who's had a front row seat to that truth for more than 40 years... my father-in-law, Arthur Csillag. He's spent decades building a thriving law practice without chasing followers, algorithms, or personal branding. Instead, he built something even more valuable: trust. And honestly? This chat reminded me that some of the best business advice doesn't come from the internet. It comes from people who've quietly been doing the work for decades.  We Chat About: Why your reputation is still your greatest marketing strategyHow Arthur built a successful business one client at a timeThe surprising role anger played in pushing him to become an entrepreneurHow to know which clients to say yes to (and which ones to walk away from)Why passion has to come before the paycheck if you want to build something that lasts We also talk about the role his wife, Margaret, played at home AND at work and why the work you do when nobody's watching is often what determines your long-term success. If you've been questioning whether all the hustle, algorithms, and constant pressure to market yourself are really the only way to build a business... this chat may be the reminder you needed! Connect with Nicole: Read Context is Everything: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersYouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsor: Visit Luxetribes.com and use code NICOLE at checkout for $100 off eligible group trips.  Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There's a quiet frustration a lot of us are carrying right now. Somehow politics has become more about picking a team than solving problems and many of us are looking for a way OUT. Maybe you're tired of the culture wars. Maybe you're exhausted by the constant outrage. Maybe you're looking around wondering why nobody seems to be talking about the things that actually impact your daily life… like childcare, the cost of living, and whether your family can afford the future you want for your kids. If that's you, this chat is going to hit home. I sit down with Tennessee gubernatorial candidate, Dr. Lauren Pinkston, for a chat about independent politics, the childcare crisis, and why so many Americans feel politically homeless right now. Because whether you're deeply involved in politics or you've completely checked out, this chat is really about something much bigger: what happens when ordinary people start looking for practical solutions instead of partisan talking points.  We Chat About: Why more Americans are identifying as independent votersThe childcare crisis and its impact on working familiesWhy women belong in positions of political leadershipHow political polarization is leaving many voters feeling unheardWhy focusing on issues instead of culture wars could change the future of governmentWhat it actually means to run as an independent candidate Because no matter where you land politically, I think all of us are looking for the same thing… a little more hope and a lot more honesty. Connect with Lauren: Learn More About Her Campaign: https://pinkstonfortn.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinkstonfortn Connect with Nicole: Work with Nicole: https://nicolewalters.com/work-with-me/Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersYouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why is it that in so many cases, the moment a woman starts thriving, her partner becomes uncomfortable with her success? I know we can agree that neither partner in a relationship should have to make themselves smaller to keep the relationship working. Today, Alex is back on the podcast and we're chatting through what so many women are quietly experiencing but rarely talk about openly: what happens when a woman starts stepping into her full potential and the people around her struggle to keep up. We're talking about ambition, marriage, success, insecurity, and why so many high-achieving women are told to dim their light in order to make other people comfortable.  We Chat About: Why some men feel threatened by a woman's successThe difference between a supportive partner and a competitive oneHow insecurity can quietly sabotage relationships and marriagesThe truth about being a high-achieving woman in today's dating and marriage landscape Alex shares his take on navigating marriage, building your individual dreams while growing together, and what it actually looks like to support your partner without losing yourself in the process. And whew… there were a few moments in this chat that had both of us saying, "Why aren't we talking about this more?" If you've ever questioned whether your ambition makes you "too much"… if you've ever been told to play small, dim your light, or lower your standards… if you're trying to build relationships that can grow alongside your success instead of being threatened by it… this episode is for you. Connect with Alex: Website: https://alexcsillag.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex_csillag  Connect with Nicole: Work with Nicole: https://nicolewalters.com/work-with-me/Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersWATCH the Tell Me More podcast: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Y’all… can we be honest for a second? The internet has some of us convinced that nobody is hiring, every job posting is fake, AI is taking over, and the only path forward is to quit your job and become an entrepreneur. But what if that’s not actually true? In this chat I sit down with career strategist and executive coach, Rayla Bailey for a conversation about layoffs, career transitions, salary negotiation, networking, LinkedIn, and what it really takes to get hired in today’s job market. Because whether you're feeling stuck in your current role, wondering if you're underpaid, navigating a layoff, or quietly dreaming about your next chapter, this chat is packed with practical advice and a healthy dose of hope. ✨ We Chat About: Why Rayla tells job seekers to stay off the internet after a layoffThe biggest mistake professionals make when they start looking for a new jobHow networking actually works in today's hiring marketWhether LinkedIn is still worth your timeWhat career coaches recommend doing before you ever need a new job If you've ever told yourself: "Nobody is hiring." "I'll update my resume when I need it." "It's too hard to get a new job." Friend... this chat is for you. Connect with Rayla Bailey: Website: https://rayla.co/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raylabailey/Connect with Nicole: Read Context is Everything: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersWATCH the Tell Me More podcast: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: If you're ready to finally sleep great and feel like yourself again, head to bioptimizers.com/nicole and use my exclusive code NICOLE to get 15% off any order. Try Gusto today at gusto.com/NICOLE, and get three months free when you run your first payroll.  Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever built a life that looks amazing on paper... and still found yourself wondering, "Why doesn't this feel the way I thought it would?" Friend, this conversation hit me right in the chest. Today I'm sitting down with my real life friend, Yasmine Cheyenne, to talk about her new book, The Comeback Era, but this is NOT a typical book interview. This is a chat about what happens when you've done everything "right" and still find yourself burned out, exhausted, disconnected, or questioning the life you've worked so hard to build.  We Chat About: What to do when you've checked all the boxes but still feel stuckThe difference between being full and being fulfilledHow to stop living in fix-it mode and learn to trust yourself through uncertaintyThe power of using "and" instead of blame to take ownership of your next chapterWhat it really means to enter your comeback era and create a life that feels aligned, not just impressive Yasmine shares her own journey through burnout, identity shifts, perfectionism, fear of failure, and learning how to stop proving her worth through productivity. We talk about marriage, career changes, self-trust, vulnerability, and the uncomfortable truth that sometimes the biggest thing standing between us and the life we want is our willingness to tell ourselves the truth. And whew... there were several moments in this conversation where I felt personally attacked in the best possible way. If you've ever found yourself wondering whether you're actually happy... if you're tired of performing, pushing, and proving... if you're standing at the edge of a major life transition and wondering what's next... this chat is for you.   Connect with Yasmine: Grab the new book, The Comeback Era: https://yasminecheyenne.com/booksFollow Yasmine on IG at https://www.instagram.com/yasminecheyenne Grab Deesha Dyer's book here: https://www.deeshadyer.com/undiplomatic-the-book Connect with Nicole: On her *new* Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/On Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersWATCH Tell Me More: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsors: Explore viral bestsellers and products of healthier hair of ALL types from Bask and Lather. Go to baskandlatherco.com and use code NICOLE for 20% off. Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when you stop and ask yourself, "Who is this all for?" Friend this one is a THERAPY SESSION with Dr. Phebe Brako, a licensed therapist supporting immigrants and individuals of the Global Majority to heal, grow, and build homes away from home.  We Chat About: The difference between stress, burnout, and actual traumaWhy so many high-achieving women feel unsafe slowing downHow immigrant and first-generation women learn to over-perform for survivalParenting differently than you were parented and the emotions that come with itThe guilt many women feel around rest, pleasure, and spending money on themselves We also get into the emotional reality of being “the strong one,” the accidental breadwinner, the high performer everyone depends on… while secretly feeling exhausted, anxious, and terrified of slowing down. And honestly? This chat challenged me personally in ways I WASN'T expecting. If you’ve ever felt like you had to earn your place in every room you walk into… If resting makes you uncomfortable… If success still somehow doesn’t feel like enough… ... This chat is going to hit hard in the best possible way.   Connect with Dr. Phebe: Watch Dr. Phebe's new podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@phebebrakolmftLearn more about how you can work with Dr. Phebe: https://www.phebebrakolmft.com/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drphebebrako/Connect with Nicole: On her *new* Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/On Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersWATCH Tell Me More: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube Episode Sponsor: Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.