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May 13, 2025 14 min

EP 207 | Dear Future Me (A Letter Before the Pause)

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Have you ever felt the pressure to keep going when everything in your body is telling you to pause? You're not alone. In a letter to future herself, our host Lisa Tarkington, talks how she plans to prepare for maternity leave and a temporary podcast hiatus. This isn't a goodbye – it's a transformation in progress. Whether you're navigating parenthood, career transitions, or simply feeling burnout creeping in, this episode offers a gentle reminder that your identity isn't tied to what you produce. The letter unpacks how we can lead powerfully from the background, reconnect with playfulness, and stay grounded in core values during major life shifts. What pause might you need right now? How might stepping back actually propel your leadership forward? This episode might be the permission slip you've been waiting for. Chapters: 0:00: Introducing the podcast pause 2:09: A letter to future Lisa 6:29: Balancing motherhood and leadership 11:38: Final thoughts More than just a podcast: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Subscribe to our Newsletter Apply to be coached by Lisa and receive a free call

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Have you ever felt the pressure to keep going when everything in your body is telling you to pause? You're not alone. In a letter to future herself, our host Lisa Tarkington, talks how she plans to prepare for maternity leave and a temporary podcast hiatus. This isn't a goodbye – it's a transformation in progress. Whether you're navigating parenthood, career transitions, or simply feeling burnout creeping in, this episode offers a gentle reminder that your identity isn't tied to what you pro...

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EP 207 | Dear Future Me (A Letter Before the Pause)

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  1. 0:00 Introducing the podcast pause
  2. 2:09 A letter to future Lisa
  3. 6:29 Balancing motherhood and leadership
  4. 9:50 AG1 sponsorship message
  5. 11:38 Final thoughts and farewell message
  6. 13:18 Episode closing and stay connected

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