The Hardest Thing I Ever Did: Saying No and Slowing Down | Risha Yorke

In this episode of our Behind the Village podcast, we sit down with Risha Yorke from Yorke Motivational Consulting to explore her powerful journey from burnout to balance. After juggling a demanding IT career and running a theatre company, Risha made the bold decision to quit her job and focus on what truly matters: health, wellness, and living life on her own terms.She shares candid insights on the importance of saying no, setting boundaries, and prioritizing lifestyle over work. You’ll hear about how she learned to slow down, embrace relaxation, and find joy in everyday moments. Even when it felt impossible.Yorke Motivational ConsultingWebsite: https://www.yorkemotivational.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YorkeMotivational/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yorkemotivational/LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/risha-yorke-b6825711Behind The Village PodcastWebsite: https://villagermagazine.ca/podcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheVillagerCommunityNews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevillagermagazine/Newsletter: https://villagermagazine.ca/subscribe/Chapters01:38 - Burnout and the negative effects on health04:20 - Shifting your mindset from being a workaholic08:17 - Rest as an act of rebellion10:35 - Learning how to relax16:06 - Longevity and the importance of connections16:53 - Losing happiness17:40 - The power to say no19:03 - Feminist theory and setting healthy boundaries22:46 - Can someone actually achieve work life balance?27:44 - Mental Health, Mindfulness and Meditation