EP 78: How to Create a Balanced Life on Your Terms [Dr. Jihane Farrell - Part 2]

Do you ever feel like you're constantly battling BURNOUT while trying to maintain your identity as both a mom and a driven professional? In today's episode, I continue my powerful conversation with Dr. Jihane Farrell, host of The 40s Fitness Reset podcast, as we explore creating work-life balance that truly aligns with your core values. This episode is about transformation and how mindfulness and values-based decision making can help you create a balanced life on your own terms. Dr. Jihane shares her step-by-step process for rebuilding her life from burnt out academic research to an intentional life that includes embracing her roles as a driven solopreneur and a mindful mama. You'll discover practical strategies for reconnecting with your core values, mastering your emotions, and approaching motherhood as a meaningful mission rather than a burden. What You'll Learn in This Episode: 🔋 How tapping into your core values allows you to "come back to yourself" after feeling lost 🔋 Why raising a child is one of the most meaningful ways to have a positive impact in the world 🔋 Practical mindfulness techniques that helped Jihane regain emotional mastery during her burnout recovery 🔋 The powerful shift that happens when you stop blaming external circumstances and take personal responsibility 🔋How to recognize your unique "stress signature" before burnout takes hold 🔋 Actionable strategies for creating priorities that reflect your values rather than others' expectations If you're ready to stop living in misalignment and create a life that honors who you truly are, hit play so you can achieve your ambitious mom life! >>> Want to create a life where purpose and productivity actually coexist? Create your life plan: https://solveformom.com/balanced-mom-sales-page Episode Highlights (0:00): Teaser (1:15): How Dr. Jihane's burnout experience prepared her for motherhood (3:40): The importance of mindfulness meditation for emotional mastery (6:20): Finding meaning versus seeking happiness (8:30): Discovering core values through difficult experiences (11:45): Approaching motherhood as a high calling 👍🏽 Tap +Follow and never miss an episode. Leave me a 🤩 rating & review—your support helps other moms find the show! Links Mentioned in Episode: ⏮️ EP 77: From Burnout to Balance: One Mom's Journey From Academia to Entrepreneurship [Dr. Jihane Farrell - Part 1] 🎧 Podcast: The 40s Fitness Reset podcast Web: www.drjihanefarrell.com ➡️ Continue the conversation on LinkedIn or by tagging @solveformom - https://www.linkedin.com/company/solve-for-mom/ Let's Connect! ❓Questions? Leave me a message 📫 E-mail [email protected] 💌 Become an SFM Insider for FREE weekly tips, tools, and exclusives 🌐 Visit solveformom.com for more information // Life Planning Tools for Moms Who Want to Make a Difference ay Home & Work //