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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026 · 42 MIN

Burnout, Anxiety & Starting Over: What Really Matters in Life | Darlena Swan

from Women Like Me Stories & Business · host Julie Fairhurst

Send us Fan MailEver feel like you’re doing everything “right”… but something still feels off?In this powerful conversation, educator, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker Darlena Swan shares what happens when you stop chasing success and start asking a better question: what actually matters to me?We dive into burnout, anxiety, and the pressure women feel to be everything to everyone. You’ll hear how stress shows up in the body, why your mind won’t shut off at night, and what real wellness looks like when you include your mind, body, and soul.This episode also explores: The truth behind the “superwoman” myth  How to set boundaries without guilt  Why self-kindness is a strength, not a weakness  Turning hard seasons into growth instead of self-blame  Starting over, even when you feel behind Darlena shares her journey from customer service to education and purpose-driven work, proving that every step—even the messy ones—builds the life you’re meant to live.If you’re feeling stuck, exhausted, or questioning your direction, this conversation will help you reconnect with yourself and move forward with clarity.REACH OUT TO DARLENA HERE:  https://bossladyenterprise.org/👉 Subscribe for more real conversations 👉 Share this with a woman who needs a reset 👉 Comment: What question will you start asking yourself today?If this conversation stirred something in you… good. That’s where change begins.Make sure you’re subscribed, share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place.I’m Julie Fairhurst, and this is where stories turn into power.Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's PodcastJulie's Website

Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like you’re doing everything “right”… but something still feels off? In this powerful conversation, educator, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker Darlena Swan shares what happens when you stop chasing success and start asking a better question: what actually matters to me? We dive into burnout, anxiety, and the pressure women feel to be everything to everyone. You’ll hear how stress shows up in the body, why your mind won’t shut off at night, and what real wellne...

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