117. What if Success Didn’t Require Self-Sacrifice?

Welcome back to The Alchemy Lab, formerly known as From Overwhelmed to Under Control! In today’s episode, I’m diving deep into a topic that has been on my mind for quite a while — why success doesn’t have to require self-sacrifice. As women, especially as moms juggling all the things, we’re often taught that to be “successful” we have to do everything ourselves. But what if we could redefine success without the burnout? In this episode, I’m going to share why it’s time to start embracing self-compassion, setting boundaries, and focusing on our own definition of success — because real strength comes from knowing when to ask for help and when to rest.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why doing it all isn’t the flex you think it is — I share my own experience of trying to solo-parent, run my business, and manage everything while feeling like I was “supposed” to be strong and self-sufficient.

• How self-sacrifice leads to burnout — We talk about the risks of tying your worth to how much you do and why it can leave you exhausted, unfulfilled, and questioning your purpose.

• 4 actionable tips to embrace self-compassion and shift your definition of success:

  • Set boundaries: Learn to say no and protect your time and energy.

  • Prioritize yourself: Make time for what you need, guilt-free.

  • Get comfortable with rest: Rest is not a luxury; it’s essential.

  • Align your actions with your values: Ensure what you’re doing supports the life you want.

• How to start living your own version of success — It’s time to stop living by someone else’s standards and start designing a life that aligns with what truly matters to you.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling too much and not getting anywhere, this episode is your permission slip to take a step back, redefine success, and embrace your main character energy.

Want to take this a step further?
Check out the waitlist for The Alchemy Lab, my upcoming group coaching program designed to help high-achieving women redefine their worth, embrace self-compassion, and create success without burnout.

• The Alchemy Lab (opens in June) – A six-month coaching experience for women ready to leave behind the “do it all” mentality and embrace a softer, more aligned version of success. [DM me on Instagram @Chelseyncoaching to hold your spot.]

• Join the Email List: Learn more about The Alchemy Lab

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or like you have to constantly prove your worth, The Alchemy Lab might be exactly what you need. Subscribe to the podcast, share this episode with a friend, and join my email list for more details on the upcoming program launching in June.

Let’s create lives that work for us, not against us.

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