83: Why Trying Harder Isn’t Working (Misguided Optimism)
from Work it, Live it, Own it!
In this episode of Work it, Live it, Own it! we explore the hidden trap of misguided optimism, that well-meaning belief that if you just try harder, others will notice, help, or finally step up. Spoiler alert: that pattern drains your energy and feeds burnout. Host SaCola Lehr breaks down how childhood experiences and trauma often shape our over-functioning habits, why optimism itself isn’t the problem, and how to tell the difference between healthy hope and exhausting over-effort. You’ll learn: The difference between healthy and misguided optimism How childhood and past trauma influence your drive to “fix” others Why trying harder isn’t creating the results you want How to focus on what you can control without burning out Mentioned in this episode: PRONE to Power Worksheet — A free guide to help you Prioritize, Rejuvenate, Organize, Navigate Boundaries, and Empower. You can grab it now at https://bit.ly/PRONEtoPowerwksht Connect with SaCola: sacolalehr.com Book a virtual coffee chat: sacolalehr.com/letschat/ Follow the podcast: Work it, Live it, Own it! Follow SaCola on Instagram: https://instagram.com/workitliveitownit Email for business inquiries: [email protected]
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