Stop Trying So Hard: Why Hustle Isn’t Helping and What to Do Instead with Carla Ondrasik

What if the real reason you feel stuck, scattered, or burned out isn’t because you’re not trying hard enough, but because you’re stuck in the cycle of trying? In this powerful and deeply refreshing conversation, I sit down with Carla Ondrasik, creative mentor, former music publishing exec, and author of the soon-to-be-released book Stop Trying - The Life-Transforming Power of Trying Less and Doing More. On this episode we are talking about why we’ve been lied to about what it takes to succeed, and how to finally step off the hamster wheel of hustle. Carla spent years developing some of the biggest names in music (Barbra Streisand, Mariah Carey, Cher, Christina Aguilera), and now she’s teaching us how to ditch perfectionism, stop performing, and start living from a place of real, grounded power. We explore: Why “trying harder” often makes things worse, not better How to shift into action when your brain is stuck in overwhelm The neuroscience of habit, procrastination, and self-sabotage What it actually means to do less, but achieve more How to reclaim your time, your energy, and your life This one is for every soul who’s exhausted from performing and is ready to get back to truth, trust, and aligned doing. Ready to feel lighter and more aligned? Hit play, and let this be the conversation that gives you permission to stop trying, and start living. Stay Connected and Take Your Self-Care Journey to the Next Level ✨ Hey there! I'm so glad you’re here spending time with me on the Soul Aligned Self Care Podcast. If you're ready to bring more self-care, calm, and empowerment into your life, here are some ways we can stay connected: 🌟 Join the SASC Podcast Insider Ultimate Self-Care Community on Patreon Get exclusive podcast content and behind-the-scenes updates by joining the Soul Aligned Self Care Podcast Insider community on Patreon! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/Tinastinson 📬 Stay Updated with Weekly Tips & Workshops Get updates on self-care practices, workshops, and masterclasses delivered right to your inbox. 👉 https://www.tinastinson.com/hbl-blog-sign-up 🎁 Grab These Freebies to Kickstart Your Self-Care Journey Grab Your Ultimate Self-Healing Toolkit This is what you get: Stress-Less Meditation: Rooted in Calm, Burnout Recovery Checklist, Soulful Reflections: A Year of Journaling Workbook, & the Somatic Healing Toolkit Workbook. Grab it here: https://www.tinastinson.com/signup You Can Find Us On: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/Tinastinson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SASCTinaStinson Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Tinastinsoncoach/ Connect with Carla: Website: https://www.carlaondrasik.com/ Instagram: @carlaondrasik TikTok: @carlaondrasik 💫 Thank You for Tuning In! If anything resonated with you today, be sure to: ✅ Subscribe to the podcast ✅ Share it with someone who needs more self-care and self-love ✅ Leave a 5-star review—it helps the show reach more amazing people like you! Remember, deep-level self-care isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. Add a little love and care to your life every single day. Lots of love and care, Xo, T 🌟