What You're Carrying That Isn't Yours

Episode 18: What You're Carrying That Isn't Yours Many leaders are carrying more than their role actually requires—and over time, that weight becomes invisible. In this episode of The Leadership Break, Paula explores the difference between responsibility and over-responsibility, and how taking on too much can lead to burnout, blurred boundaries, and decreased effectiveness. If you've ever felt the pressure to hold everything together, absorb your team's stress, or take ownership of outcomes you can't fully control, this episode will help you step back and reassess. Because sustainable leadership isn't about carrying everything—it's about carrying what's yours, and releasing what isn't. In this episode, we explore: The difference between healthy responsibility and over-responsibility How emotional labor impacts leaders and teams Why high-performing leaders often carry too much Setting boundaries without losing care or connection Letting go of what you can't control Reflection question: What are you holding onto that you could begin to set down? * If this episode resonated, share it with someone who could use a little more support in their leadership. And remember… Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts.  Is there something you'd like Paula to discuss?  Send her an email at [email protected]. #Leadership #Mindset #ResilientLeadership #LeadingWithHeart Music by Chris Collins, https://indiemusicbox.com/