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With Gen - Between business, people and feelings

WithGen is the podcast where we talk business, people, and all the messy middles in between. I’m Geneviève, an entrepreneur building communities in The Netherlands, Canada and beyond. Here I share the highs, the lows, and everything nobody puts in the glossy founder stories: the pivots, the burnout, the breakthroughs, and the lessons learned along the way. From breakups in business to scaling your dreams, grab your coffee and join the conversations every ambitious person secretly needs to hear.Join me on insta @withgenevieve

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  1. 26

    What Happens After You Decide To Stay with David Chametzky

    What happens after you decide to stay?In this deeply honest conversation, Gen sits down with author, speaker, and Peace, Love and Bring a Bat host David Chametzky to talk about mental health, resilience, self-love, and the messy reality of healing.Together, they explore coping mechanisms, therapy, forgiveness, nervous system regulation, and the small choices that help us keep moving forward when life gets hard. They also open up about their own experiences with suicidality, the moments they didn’t think they’d make it this far, and how those experiences shaped the work they do today.This episode is a reminder that healing isn’t linear, that grace matters more than perfection, and that you can be a work in progress while still building a beautiful life.Whether you’re navigating a difficult season, supporting someone you love, or simply trying to become a little gentler with yourself, this conversation is for you.In this episode, we discuss:Therapy and finding the right support systemCoping mechanisms and where they come fromSelf-love, forgiveness, and giving yourself graceMental wellness check-ins and everyday practicesThe power of community and honest conversationsWhat happens after survival modeIf this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who might need to hear it.You can find Gen at @withgenevieve on social media, where she shares conversations around mental health, mindset, personal growth, and meaningful connection. You can also learn more about her online networking events and the upcoming Great Minds Project through her channels.Find David on Instagram by clicking hereBecause surviving was never meant to be the end of the story.

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    Being Needed Feels Safer Than Being Loved

    For a long time, I thought being a caring person meant taking responsibility for everyone around me. And I know you feel like this too.Their feelings. Their happiness. Their healing. Their mistakes.If someone was struggling, I wanted to help. If someone was hurting, I wanted to fix it. If someone was pulling away, I wanted to understand why and somehow make it better.The problem? Somewhere along the way, caring turned into carrying.In this episode, we’re talking about the difference between supporting people and taking ownership of things that were never ours to carry in the first place. We explore why so many of us become emotional project managers, where that pattern comes from, and what it costs us when we spend so much time managing everyone else’s experience that we stop fully experiencing our own.We’ll talk about people-pleasing, hypervigilance, being “the responsible one,” and why being needed can sometimes feel safer than simply being loved.If you’ve ever felt exhausted from holding everything together, this episode is your reminder that you can care deeply about people without becoming responsible for their entire journey.You are allowed to love. You are allowed to support. You are allowed to stay. But you don’t have to carry it all.Follow Genevieve on socials:Instagram | Threads | TikTok | FREE facebook community | Medium | Substack | Bluesky

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    You WILL Abandon Yourself (And You’ll Survive It)

    Sometimes self-abandonment doesn’t look dramatic at all.Sometimes it looks like becoming hyper-logical to avoid conflict. Laughing things away while something is actually hurting you. Over-explaining yourself so nobody misunderstands you. Staying “understanding” long after your body already knows something feels off.In this deeply personal episode, Gen talks about the psychology behind self-abandonment, nervous systems, adaptation, attachment patterns, grief, emotional burnout and what it actually means to return to yourself without becoming emotionally cold in the process.From taking a job that didn’t feel aligned to realizing how many emotionally intelligent people are secretly exhausted from constantly adapting, this conversation explores the quieter side of survival that often gets rewarded by the outside world.This episode is for the people who became who everyone else needed before they ever learned how to fully hear themselves.And maybe most importantly:for the people who are slowly trying to come back.♡ Share the episode with someone who needs it.♡ Tag @withgenevieve on socials if you’re listening.Biggest of hugs, GenP.S. Be on the lookout for The Great Minds Project, where we will all make this a lot easier for you!

  4. 23

    You Had One Productive Day And Thought You Were Healed...

    In this episode, we’re talking about a very specific entrepreneur & ambitious people's experience:You answer a few emails.Drink water once.Clean your kitchen.And suddenly you’re convinced your entire life has changed...💀 BS hahaWe’re diving into:the psychology behind “fresh start energy”why ambitious people keep reinventing themselvesdopamine, notebooks & nervous systemsemotional overwhelm disguised as self-improvementand why entrepreneurs are basically one productive Tuesday away from moving to PortugalThis episode is funny, slightly confronting, very Team Hot Mess, and also genuinely important if you constantly feel like you need to become a “better version” of yourself to finally feel okay.Also:we need to discuss why buying a beige notebook feels spiritually significant.Enjoy, you emotionally layered little entrepreneur. 🖤Follow Gen around:Instagram | Threads | Medium | Substack | Youtube | FREE COMMUNITYDiscover more about Vendaux:Website (sign up for free!) | Instagram | TikTok | Threads

  5. 22

    Let's PMS The Right Way with Amy Dave - RERUN & personal updates

    Hey Team Hot Mess, this one matters!If PMS messes with your mood, focus, anxiety or energy, this episode is for you.⁠Gen⁠ is joined by ⁠Amy Dave⁠, a physician assistant with 24 years of experience and founder of The Wealth of Wellness (New York). During COVID, Amy discovered cycle syncing and resolved her own PMS symptoms within four months. Now she helps women work with their hormones instead of fighting them.Together, we break down cycle syncing in a realistic, doable way. Covering food, workouts, fasting, mental health and even how to plan your work around your cycle.No pushing through. No perfect routines. Actual tools.Why PMS can feel neurological (anxiety, panic, brain fog)What a healthy cycle looks likeFood & cravings during PMS and bleed weekHow to adjust workouts across the monthPlanning work, creativity & meetings around your cycleIntermittent fasting for women — and when not to do 16:8What to do if you’re on hormonal birth controlAmy Dave, PA-CFounder of The Wealth of Wellness🌐 Free guide + website:⁠👉 https://thewealthofwellness.com⁠📱 Instagram / Facebook / Threads / YouTube:👉 @thewealthofwellnessllcWithGen Business Club, community & accountability⁠👉 Get here through the link in my bio⁠Vendaux, curated resale & unique finds⁠👉 Click here for fairer and inclusive shopping⁠Team Hot Mess reminder:PMS isn’t a flaw. It’s feedback.

  6. 21

    Nobody Talks Honestly About Caregiving (But I Do)

    Some exhaustion comes from being needed all the time. Don't you feel that too?In this deeply personal episode, I talk honestly about what the past two years of caring for my grandpa have taught me about stress, emotional overload, anticipatory grief, burnout, guilt, softness, and love.Not as an expert. Just as a human being trying to build a life while also watching someone she loves become more fragile.We talk about:the emotional multitasking of caregivingfeeling “on” all the timewhat happens when your body starts carrying stress physicallylearning to ask for helpwhy success started meaning something different to meand how the smallest moments can suddenly become everythingIf you’ve ever cared for someone…or if you’re the kind of person who keeps showing up for everyone else while quietly falling apart yourself…this episode is for you.And if someone comes to mind while listening:send this episode to them.Especially the quiet caretakers.You can keep an eye on my socials and website for the upcoming Great Minds Project as well. ❤️Follow Gen around:Instagram | Website | Threads | Bluesky | Tiktok | FREE COMMUNITY | Youtube

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    You Know It's Time - What Happens When You Finally Listen to Yourself

    You know it’s time.There’s something you’ve been thinking about for a while now.A decision. A shift. A move.And if you’re honest… you already know what it is.In this episode, I’m joined by Laura, host of The Gutsy Podcast, and we go deep into what actually keeps people stuck in the messy middle.We talk about:why you’re not stuck (you’re avoiding a decision)the difference between fear and intuitionhow self-sabotage shows up in subtle wayswhy asking the wrong people keeps you smalland how to start moving without needing a perfect planThis isn’t about blowing up your life overnight. It’s about making one honest move… and building from there.If you’ve been waiting for clarity, confidence, or permission —this might be the episode that shifts something for you.🎧 Listen now.And if it hits? Send it to someone who needs this too.Get in touch with Gen:Instagram | Threads | Medium | Substack | LinkedIn | Website | YoutubeGet in touch with Laura:Instagram | Threads | Website | Youtube

  8. 19

    Are You Becoming Who You Want To Be, Or Just Who You End Up Being?

    Are you actually becoming who you want to be… or just who you end up being?In this episode, Gen takes you through a powerful (and slightly confronting) self-check-in, not just to listen, but to actively think along.Because let’s be honest: most of us aren’t consciously building our lives.We’re reacting. To work, expectations, opportunities, and whatever feels urgent in the moment.And before you know it… you’re busy, productive even... but not necessarily aligned.In this episode, you’ll: reflect on what you’re really buildinguncover whether your current path is chosen or accidentaland make one small, aligned decision that can shift everythingThis isn’t about blowing up your life. It’s about adjusting your direction, consciously.A must-listen if you’ve been feeling:a little disconnected from your own pathstuck in “doing” without clarityor like something needs to change… but you don’t know whatYour action after this episode:Make one decision that future-you will thank you for.If this episode hit you… send it to someone who’s building on autopilot right now.And DM Gen your one decision this week, she’d love to hear it.You can find Gen on:Instagram | Threads | Medium | Substack | Youtube | Bluesky | Tiktok | The official WG community

  9. 18

    Passion, Pivoting and the Power of Showing Up - with Chris Pomay

    Some conversations just remind you that you’re allowed to grow.In this episode, Chris and I talk about reinvention, building something from nothing, and what it really looks like to keep showing up - even when things feel uncertain.We explore:finding your voice through podcastingnavigating mindset and mental healthbuilding a path that actually fits youand the power of consistency over timeIf you’re somewhere between who you were and who you’re becoming… this one’s for you.🎧 Follow With Genevieve for more honest conversations on growth, connection, and becoming.Follow Chris Pomay right here to see everything about his gorgeous journey!

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    The "If This... Then..." Trap, And How It Makes You Stuck In Life

    We’ve all thought it:“When this happens… everything will change.”In this solo episode, I break down the “if this, then that” mindset, and why it keeps you stuck in a cycle of waiting instead of living.Through personal stories and psychology, we explore:why you adapt so quickly to successwhy you overestimate how happy goals will make youand why your brain is wired to chase the next thingThis episode is for entrepreneurs and creatives who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or constantly chasing the next milestone.It’s not about giving up on your goals it’s about stopping the habit of postponing your life.Connect with Gen on socials:Instagram | LinkedIn | FREE community | Substack | Threads | BlueSkyAnd check out the website for amazing deals about mindset, health and business:www.withgenevieve.comMore about Vendaux, your fav' next marketplace:https://www.instagram.com/vendaux_marketplace/And https://vendaux.com

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    Stop Self-Gaslighting (And a Few Tips How To)

    You’re not confused.You’re just not listening to yourself.In this episode, we break down self-gaslighting, the subtle way you override your own thoughts, feelings, and intuition… even when they’re right.If you’ve been overthinking, stuck in indecision, or constantly doubting yourself, this might be why.We talk about:What self-gaslighting looks like in daily lifeWhy you struggle with self-trust and decision makingThe difference between what is true… and what is hard5 ways to rebuild self-trust and start listening to yourself againBecause you don’t need more clarity.You need more self-trust.Connect with me on socials:Instagram | FREE Facebook community | Substack | Medium | Threads | LinkedIn | Bluesky

  12. 15

    Your Brain on Friendship: What Safe Connection Really Does to You

    We’ve been taught to prioritize romantic love…but your brain doesn’t.Your brain asks one simple question:“Am I safe with someone?”And more often than we realize, friendship answers that.In this episode, I take you into a dinner that shifted something in my body, and break down the psychology behind friendship:Why your brain treats connection as a survival needHow safe people regulate your nervous systemWhy some friendships feel like home and others feel like effortWhy friendship breakups can hit so hardHow the people around you shape who you becomeThis isn’t just about having friends.It’s about feeling safe, seen, and understood.If someone came to mind while listening, send this to them.Because sometimes… you’re just one dinner away from your people.Special thanks to my friends for inspiring me to do this episode. I love you guys so so much! Connect with Gen on socials:Insta | Threads | Substack | Medium | YouTube | Join the FREE community

  13. 14

    The Truth About Outgrowing Yourself (It's Not What You Think)

    Lately… have you been catching yourself reacting in ways that don’t feel like you anymore?Like you’ve grown… but parts of you haven’t caught up yet.You’re not who you were, but you don’t fully recognize who you’re becoming either.That uncomfortable in-between space?That’s what it feels like when your identity starts shifting.In this solo episode, I’m getting real about what it actually feels like to outgrow yourself—not just the growth part, but the grief, the confusion, and the moment where your old self stops fitting.We’re talking about:why you keep getting pulled back into familiar patterns (even when you know they don’t fit anymore)what it means to be in the “death phase” of your old identityand how to start choosing who you’re becoming… instead of waiting to feel readyThis isn’t an “I figured it all out” conversation. It’s an honest walk through the process while I’m still in it, while I'm trying to make it easier for you.Expect:journal prompts, real talk, and the kind of questions that make you pause for a second.Because letting go doesn’t just feel uncomfortable... it can feel like losing yourself.(And yeah… in a way, you are.)Topics covered:• Why your old patterns still show up (even when you’ve outgrown them)The “in-between” phase of identity changeWhy your brain prefers familiar discomfort over real changeHow to shift identity (not just behavior)Practical prompts to step into your next self🎁 Bonus: Free worksheet included to go deeper with everything in this episode. To get this, send me a DM on my socials!If you’ve been feeling off lately…this will probably explain why.Connect with me on socials:Instagram | Youtube | Threads | Medium | Substack | Bluesky | LinkedIn | FREE Facebook community

  14. 13

    You're Not Overthinking - You're Under-Processing

    If your mind feels full, loud, and all over the place… this episode is for you.In this episode, I break down why thinking more doesn’t bring clarity, and how journaling helps you move from emotional chaos to real understanding. Backed by science and research.We talk about the difference between thinking and processing, what reading actually does to your brain, and why a balance between fiction and non-fiction matters more than you think.I also share my personal journaling process (the messy, real kind) and the night ritual that helps me go to bed feeling processed instead of overwhelmed.You'll learn:Why your brain is not built to hold everythingThe difference between overthinking and under-processingHow journaling helps regulate your emotionsWhy writing creates clarity and thinking creates loopsThe power of balancing fiction and non-fictionHow to create your own simple journaling + reading ritual💛 If this resonates, send it to one person who might need this too.Connect with me on socials:Medium | Instagram | Substack | Bluesky | Threads | LinkedIn | TikTok | Facebook communitySome papers researched for this:Klein, K., & Boals, A. (2001) — Expressive writing and working memoryPennebaker, J. W., & Chung, C. K. (2011) — Expressive writing: Connections to physical and mental healthBerns, G. S. et al. (2013) — Short- and long-term effects of reading on brain connectivity

  15. 12

    The Loneliness Of Vision

    What happens when you see something others can’t yet see?In this solo episode, Gen explores the loneliness of vision - that quiet, often painful phase where you believe in an idea, a path, or a life that the people around you don’t fully understand yet.Why do builders, creators, and entrepreneurs so often feel alone before things start working?And how do you keep trusting your vision when validation is still far away?In this episode you’ll hear:why being early often feels isolatingthe psychology behind why people resist new ideashow Gen navigated the early days of building her first communitythree mental tools to stay grounded when doubt creeps inIf you’ve ever wondered whether you’re too ambitious, unrealistic, or simply ahead of the curve; this conversation is for you.Because sometimes feeling alone doesn’t mean you’re wrong.It simply means you’re early.Connect with Gen:Insta | Medium | Threads | BlueSky | TikTok | Substack

  16. 11

    Your Yes Is Expensive - Clarity, Boundaries & Systems That Actually Work with Coach Lee

    Your Yes Is ExpensiveBoundaries, Burnout & Better Productivity - with Coach LeeWhat if the reason you feel overwhelmed isn’t a lack of discipline… but a lack of systems?In this episode of the WithGen Podcast, Gen sits down with Coach Lee (criminal defense attorney and productivity & accountability coach) to talk about sustainable productivity, burnout prevention, and why so many high-performing people are quietly running themselves into the ground.Coach Lee’s philosophy is simple but powerful: systems over hustle.Instead of trying to do more, push harder, or optimize every minute of the day, the real solution is building systems that work with your life and energy, not against them.Together, Gen and Coach Lee unpack practical tools to help you regain clarity, reduce overwhelm, and protect your time and energy.In this conversation, we explore:Why keeping everything in your head is one of the fastest paths to overwhelmThe simple “Must, Need, Like-To-Do” system for prioritizing your workloadHow working with your natural energy rhythms improves productivityWhy every yes you give is a no to something elseHow to set boundaries without guiltEarly warning signs that burnout may be approachingWhy productivity systems should support your life, not control itThis episode is for anyone juggling work, life, ambition, and responsibilities while trying to stay sane in the process.Because productivity isn’t about doing more.It’s about doing what actually matters, and protecting the energy you need to live your life.If this conversation resonates with you, share the episode with someone who might need it too.Connect with Coach Lee:Website: https://www.legallee.me/Socials: @legallee.meFollow Gen for updates, networking events, and personal & business development opportunities:Instagram | Threads | Medium | Substack and anywhere else @withgenevieveOr on www.withgenevieve.com

  17. 10

    It's Not Ambition, It's Addiction

    You’re not burned out because you’re ambitious.You’re burned out because you keep abandoning yourself to prove you are.In this episode, we unpack the hidden link between high performance, burnout, nervous system dysregulation, and achievement addiction.If you’re a high achiever, founder, corporate professional, or “strong independent woman” who secretly feels exhausted, this conversation will hit.We talk about:Why hustle culture rewards self-abandonmentThe psychology behind performance-based validationHow attachment wounds can fuel overworkThe nervous system science of chronic stress and burnoutThe difference between aligned ambition and addictive achievementWhy high-functioning women often confuse survival with driveBecause there’s a big difference between:“I want this.”and“I need this to prove I matter.”Aligned ambition stretches you.Addictive ambition hollows you out.If your success costs your nervous system, your softness, or your integrity… it’s too expensive.This episode is for the leader who can handle a lot, but is tired of pretending she’s not exhausted.🎧 Listen now.And if it resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear it.Build ambition.Just don’t abandon yourself in the process.Want to know more about Gen? Click here for her insta! You'll get intel about all the stuff, including events and becoming a PREMIUM member.

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    The Future Of Leadership Starts Here - with Felix Schorre

    The Future of Leadership Starts HereLeadership looks glamorous, until it isn’t.In this episode, I sit down with leadership consultant and multipreneur Felix Schorre to unpack what leadership actually means in 2026.We talk about:Why ego-driven leadership is holding us backThe moment leadership stops being status and becomes responsibilityPresence as the most underrated leadership skillTaking hard decisions without becoming harshFemale energy, emotional intelligence & balance in powerWhy real change starts in your microcosm, and not at DavosThis is a grounded, honest conversation about self-leadership, power, and responsibility in a world that feels increasingly loud and reactive.Because leadership starts with you, while it’s not about you.🔗 Connect with Felix SchorreLeadership consulting & conscious leadership developmentInstagram & LinkedIn: just search Felix Schorre🔗 Connect with meFind me everywhere at @withgenevieveInstagram | LinkedIn | Threads | YouTube | Substack✨ Curious about the creative side of what I build?Take a look at Vendaux, my curated space for intentional brands and entrepreneurs.If this episode resonates, share it with a leader who needs to hear it.

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    Borrowed Bravery: How an Alter-Ego Can Help You Feel Safer Showing Up

    We talk a lot about confidence, especially when it comes to leadership, visibility, and showing up in your work or life.But what if confidence isn’t the issue?In this solo episode, Geneviève explores a different lens: safety.Why so many of us don’t struggle because we lack confidence, but because our nervous system doesn’t feel safe in certain rooms.This episode is an honest reflection on:why “just be yourself” isn’t always helpfulhow alter-egos can function as protection, not performancethe difference between hiding and consciously choosing how you show upwhy this matters even more if you’re sensitive, gifted, or neurodivergentand how to borrow courage from a future version of yourself without losing integrityThis isn’t about putting on a mask or becoming someone else.It’s about energy, consent, and self-leadership.A soft but grounded invitation to stop forcing confidence, and start choosing safety instead.Listen when you’re navigating visibility, leadership, or moments where showing up feels exposing.And also feel free to follow Gen on Substack, you won't be sorry!

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    You're Not Inconsistent, You're Exhausted

    If you’ve been telling yourself you’re inconsistent, lazy, or behind...this episode is for you.In this solo episode, Geneviève talks honestly about unlearning the belief that consistency means showing up the same way every day, no matter the cost. She shares how fear-driven discipline slowly turned into self-abandonment, how her body pushed back, and why learning to work with cycles changed everything.This isn’t a motivational episode.It’s a permission slip.In this episode, we talk about:why forcing consistency often leads to burnouthow your body keeps score when you ignore itwhat “productive rest” actually looks likeredefining compassion as regulated careand why showing up softly can still countIf you’re tired but still care deeply,press play and take a breath.Links & mentions:🎧 Conversation on PMS & cycles with Amy Dave → Click here 🌿 Stay in touch with Gen → Find her on insta 🖤 Explore Vendaux → https://vendaux.com👉 If this episode resonated, consider sending it to someone who might need a little permission too.

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    Let's PMS The Right Way

    Hey Team Hot Mess, this one matters!If PMS messes with your mood, focus, anxiety or energy, this episode is for you.Gen is joined by Amy Dave, a physician assistant with 24 years of experience and founder of The Wealth of Wellness (New York). During COVID, Amy discovered cycle syncing and resolved her own PMS symptoms within four months. Now she helps women work with their hormones instead of fighting them.Together, we break down cycle syncing in a realistic, doable way. Covering food, workouts, fasting, mental health and even how to plan your work around your cycle.No pushing through. No perfect routines. Actual tools.Why PMS can feel neurological (anxiety, panic, brain fog)What a healthy cycle looks likeFood & cravings during PMS and bleed weekHow to adjust workouts across the monthPlanning work, creativity & meetings around your cycleIntermittent fasting for women — and when not to do 16:8What to do if you’re on hormonal birth controlAmy Dave, PA-CFounder of The Wealth of Wellness🌐 Free guide + website:👉 https://thewealthofwellness.com📱 Instagram / Facebook / Threads / YouTube:👉 @thewealthofwellnessllcWithGen Business Club, community & accountability👉 Get here through the link in my bioVendaux, curated resale & unique finds👉 Click here for fairer and inclusive shoppingTeam Hot Mess reminder:PMS isn’t a flaw. It’s feedback.

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    How to end the year with gratitude (not the toxic kind)

    How to End the Year with Gratitude (Not the Toxic Kind)This episode is for the ones who grew this year… and felt it in their nervous system.For the ones who built something, lost something, started again, or held themselves through a chapter they weren’t prepared for.Inside, we explore gratitude that isn’t aesthetic or performative, but lived.Gratitude that makes space for:Growth that came with weight, not just winsEndings that cost something to walk away fromNew beginnings that arrived quietly, without fireworksBeing held in transition (yes, including Toronto)People who met you where you were, not where they wanted you to beThis is gratitude without bypassing.Without “just be positive.”Without forcing a silver lining before you’re ready.It’s a gentle, guided way to close the year that honours the truth of it:You didn’t do this alone, even if it felt like it sometimes.Take a breath.Bring a notebook if you want.Let’s end the year honestly, together.Geneviève <- click for insta

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    How to NOT be a traintrack-flower

    Someone once told me I was like a flower on train tracks. Always getting hit, but always bouncing back. Cute, right? Until you realize… maybe it’s time to get off the damn tracks.In this episode, I’m diving into what it really means to stop living in survival mode — in life, love, and business.Because resilience is great… but not when it turns into self-destruction with a motivational quote slapped on it.We talk about:- The end of the “train-track flower” era — and the beginning of the rosebush- What burnout, overgiving & people-pleasing really do to entrepreneurs- How to grow boundaries (aka thorns) without losing softness- Why humor is actually nervous-system regulation- How to build a business from peace, not panicIt’s mental health meets business mindset. With laughter, honesty, and a few well-placed f-bombs.If you’ve ever been the strong one, the fixer, the one who always “bounces back”…this episode will remind you that you don’t have to be hit to grow.💬 Let’s talk:Comment below: what’s one “train” you’re ready to walk away from?

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    The one-day-per-month-off concept

    Welcome to Team Hot Mess! I’m Gen, your biggest fan and honorary chairwoman of figuring-it-out-as-we-go. 🚀Today’s episode is all about why you NEED to take a real day off every month. No excuses, no guilt. I’m diving deep into the science and psychology of rest, sharing research-backed reasons (yes, with studies and links!), and showing you exactly how I schedule my own sacred time off, even as an entrepreneur juggling business, life, and a little chaos.In this pod you’ll learn:The proven benefits of regular days off for your creativity, mental health, and business growthWhy guilt and hustle culture keep us exhausted (and how to break free)My favorite day-off rituals (from lazy pajama days to museum inspiration trips)How to actually make this a habit, no matter where you live or how busy you areFeatured research & sources:Harvard Business Review: Productivity & BreaksUniversity of Illinois: Mental Downtime StudyWHO: Burnout SyndromeStanford: Work Hours & ProductivityUCSF: Breaks & MoodGretchen Rubin: Consistency & ResilienceLet’s build a culture where rest is productive and being human comes first.What about you?How would you spend your ideal day off? Comment below or tag me on Instagram @withgenevieve ; let’s keep each other accountable!If you’re already taking regular breaks, tell us your best story or idea breakthrough. I’ll be your hype squad.👀 Subscribe for more real talk on business, creativity, mental health, and life’s messiest moments. New episodes every 6 days!Let’s get better, together.Connect with me:Instagram | LinkedIn | Medium | TikTok

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    Let's Get Personal: My Sunday Rituals

    Hi team hot mess!Ever thought about diving deeper into who you are and setting your intentions for a better week ahead?I've been journaling for a while now and added a little extra zhuzh to my journaling. Every Sunday I dive into what I need for the upcoming week: 1 intention to hold onto and 5 questions to empower my thinking.And this week I'm taking you on that adventure with me! Especially as a marketing exec, business-owner, going through all the tough dealios of life, I need to tune in with myself.But let me tell you this: it'd be great if you would do that more often too!Want to know more about my cards? Follow me around on the gram on @WithGenevieve and I'll give you the downlow on it all!Now let's sharpen our toolbox with some compassion ánd critical thinking. You got this!XOXO Gen

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    My Break-up and Business

    So... Going through a break-up is tough enough. Especially after many years of being together. But tied to a whole business, plans for moving abroad and house-search? Oh man!In this episode I'll be taking you on a ride about how I handled it in the first 9 weeks. Mind you, the break-up is now a bit longer ago, and I might've changed my mind about some tiny things. The gist is still the same.Let's walk through a journey of crying, healing, hope, journaling, trying to run a business, going to work and hiring a kick-ass therapist to make sure you don't get drowned!Curious about all the other amazeballs things I offer in the business-club? Check my instagram page here! Make sure you hop onto the new pilot of the Success Circle, networking events and the PREMIUM membership.Big kisses,Gen

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    WithGen intro: Starting in a messy middle

    Welcome to Team Hot Mess, you! YES YOU! I’m so glad we found each other.This podcast is your space as much as it is mine: a place for ambitious, curious, sometimes overwhelmed, always human people who are figuring it out as they go. Here we’ll talk business, people, and the messy middles in between, because none of us have it all together (no matter what Instagram says).You’ll hear real stories, honest lessons, ánd see your own journey reflected back at you. Grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and let’s do this together.Want to see more personal stuff and hop in on all the awesome stuff we do? Follow https://www.instagram.com/withgenevieve/ on insta! Yours truly, Chairwoman Team Hot mess - Gen

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WithGen is the podcast where we talk business, people, and all the messy middles in between. I’m Geneviève, an entrepreneur building communities in The Netherlands, Canada and beyond. Here I share the highs, the lows, and everything nobody puts in the glossy founder stories: the pivots, the burnout, the breakthroughs, and the lessons learned along the way. From breakups in business to scaling your dreams, grab your coffee and join the conversations every ambitious person secretly needs to hear.Join me on insta @withgenevieve

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With Gen - Between business, people and feelings currently has 27 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is With Gen - Between business, people and feelings about?

WithGen is the podcast where we talk business, people, and all the messy middles in between. I’m Geneviève, an entrepreneur building communities in The Netherlands, Canada and beyond. Here I share the highs, the lows, and everything nobody puts in the glossy founder stories: the pivots, the...

How often does With Gen - Between business, people and feelings release new episodes?

With Gen - Between business, people and feelings has 27 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

Where can I listen to With Gen - Between business, people and feelings?

You can listen to With Gen - Between business, people and feelings on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.

Who hosts With Gen - Between business, people and feelings?

With Gen - Between business, people and feelings is created and hosted by WithGenevieve.
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