203 | Why Successful Women Struggle to Make Decisions and How to Trust Yourself Again

Why do so many smart, successful, and capable female entrepreneurs struggle to make decisions?In this episode, Erin explores the deeper truth behind indecision, overthinking, and the constant search for certainty. She shares why most female founders aren't actually afraid of making the wrong decision. Instead, they're afraid of what will happen if they do and how they'll treat themselves if things don't work out the way they envisioned.  Drawing from her experiences from advising entrepreneurs and leaders, Erin unpacks how perfectionism, self-worth, childhood conditioning, nervous system responses, and faith all influence our ability to trust ourselves and move forward. She challenges the belief that confidence comes before action and reveals why self-trust is built through making decisions, learning from the outcome, and continuing to move forward.This conversation explores why so many high achievers become trapped in decision paralysis, waiting for more information, more certainty, or the perfect answer before taking action, and how that waiting often creates more stress, resistance, and stagnation than the decision itself.In this episode, we cover:Why most female founders aren't afraid of making the wrong decision The hidden relationship between self-trust and decision-making How perfectionism keeps entrepreneurs stuck in indecision Why decisions are simply data, not a reflection of your worth The role of nervous system safety in taking action How childhood experiences can shape your relationship with risk and uncertainty Why confidence doesn't come from outcomes The connection between intuition, faith, and leadership The true cost of waiting and staying stuck in indecision Practical reflection questions to help you make decisions with more confidence and self-compassion If you've been second-guessing yourself, waiting for certainty, or feeling overwhelmed by a decision you're trying to make, this episode will remind you that leadership isn't about having all the answers.It's about trusting yourself enough to take the next step, even when you don't know exactly how it will turn out.Because self-trust isn't built by making perfect decisions.It's built by making decisions, learning from them, and knowing you'll be there for yourself no matter what happens next.If this episode resonated with you, be sure to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs this conversation.Ways to Connect with Me and Learn More:Apply to Work with MeGenerate a Life Well Lived WebsiteInstagramLinkedInYouTubeGrab your free Human Design chartFoundational Resources