Welcome to the very first episode of the Choosing to Heal podcast! In today’s episode, I want to share a personal story from the very beginning of my healing journey. It is about being at the height of my career, yet feeling overwhelmed, burnt out and scared to let other people down.By learning how to overcome burnout and being a chronic people pleaser, I learned the importance of setting boundaries and where I drew my identity and worth from.In this episode, I hope to empower you to say no, to not burn the candle at both ends, and to prioritize what truly matters.Make sure to listen to Episode 2 for Part 2 of my story: Choosing To Heal from Betrayal Trauma.In this episode we cover:My personal journey from burnout and being a chronic people pleaser to learning the importance of setting boundariesHow at the height of my career success, I was at my lowestWhere the desire to people please stems and originates fromThe negative consequences of seeking external validation and having poor boundariesThe importance of maintaining work-life balance, setting healthy boundaries, and putting family firstThe power of vulnerability, and how opening up about personal struggles can lead to greater connection and influence with othersHow difficult seasons can be bittersweet, as they can lead to valuable life lessons and personal growthIt is possible to go from burnout to boundaries by learning the skills to manage the urge to people please and control everything. It’s about accepting what we can control and letting go of what we cannot. Join me on this incredible journey of personal growth, resilience, and self-discovery as we explore the power of choosing to heal. Resources and links mentioned in this episodeGet my FREE “How To Say NO” Boundary Guide HERE. FULL SHOW NOTES Connect with Monica:Follow Monica on Instagram , Facebook and TikTok.To learn more about Monica, dive further into topics mentioned, or to submit a topic/guest request, visit her website at www.monicaleighblog.comFollow the podcast on Instagram and FacebookJoin Monica’s email list to become an exclusive insiderThank you for listening to the Choosing To Heal podcast!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe & leave a review to help support the show and keep future content coming!