Embracing the Ebb and Flow: Hilary K. on Transforming Burnout into Breakthroughs

This episode is a fascinating conversation with burnout recovery coach Hilarie Kay. We explore how to avoid the hustle and grind culture by understanding your core fears and motivations that drive your behaviors. Hilarie shares insights from the Enneagram personality system and personal stories about her own journey through burnout.

Ever felt like you're charging at full speed towards burnout? You're certainly not alone, and this episode is your wake-up call. I've got the extraordinary Hilary K. joining me, a burnout recovery coach who doesn't pull punches when it comes to redefining work-life harmony. We're tossing the tired myth of perfect balance out the window and instead, we're jamming about dynamic equilibrium—how to ride the tides of professional drive and personal peace without capsizing your boat. It's a conversation that'll get you questioning the glorified grind and instead, embracing the ebb and flow of your own rhythm.

Hilary isn't just preaching practice; she's walked through the fire herself. From teetering on the edge of burnout as a young director to her rebirth as an insightful coach, her journey is nothing short of inspiring. We delve into the profound realizations sparked by the Enneagram and how it can be a game-changer for your business strategy. There's a raw discussion about the necessity of rest and the power of self-awareness tools that can redefine your path to success—her tale is a vivid illustration of turning a near-break into a groundbreaking breakthrough.

Wrapping it all up, we get down to the nitty-gritty of personal responsibility, decision-making styles, and the essence of empowerment. Whether you make decisions from the heart, head, or gut, understanding and owning your unique process is vital. Hilary serves up her philosophy on coaching, self-empowerment, and how tapping into your intuition can lead to profound self-growth. It's a hearty mix of hard-hitting advice, relatable anecdotes, and a touch of playfulness that will leave you feeling empowered to take the reins and kick ass in your own entrepreneurial journey.

Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:

I reveal the affirmation hack that actually works - spoiler alert, you have to get specific about what you're really afraid of, not just say generic positive statementsYou'll learn the one question to ask yourself when deciding if you should follow advice or a system from a "guru" - it's all about honoring how you're wiredHillarie drops a truth bomb about why your perception of a situation isn't always reality - I give a mind-bending example that will make you question everything.We get real about the difference between being motivated by fear vs living in alignment with your motivations. I share how making this shift created an effortless $10k+ sale.You'll hear the brilliant way Hillarie reframes "work-lif

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