In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Gauthier—life coach, podcast host, and former corporate leader—who has made it her mission to help busy women like us reclaim peace, purpose, and balance. Michelle shares her own story of moving from corporate burnout and overcommitment to building a life filled with intention, spaciousness, and joy.

We dive into:

How to recognize the signs of burnout and overwhelm in your own life
The hidden costs of people-pleasing and perfectionism (and how I’ve struggled with them too)
Creating and sticking to a “to-don’t” list that actually frees up your time
Real strategies for saying no and setting boundaries, even when it feels uncomfortable
The power of making decisions from your future self, not just your present circumstances
Tools and mindsets I use (and Michelle teaches) for managing stress and building resilience
Michelle’s “Love and Fit Test” for managing your calendar and commitments
Inspiring client stories and actionable tips you can use right away

Michelle also offers a free “Overwhelm Audit” quiz to help you pinpoint the root cause of your stress, plus resources to help you start your journey toward a more balanced, fulfilling life. If you’re ready to break the cycle of overcommitment and step into a life of ease, this conversation is for you. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

Connect with Michelle

Visit her website and take the free quiz: michellegauthier.com
Listen to her podcast: Overwhelmed Working Woman

Links & resources:

Stuck Assessment: https://www.plangoalplan.com/stuck
Plan Goal Plan Planners! Join Here
Website: PlanGoalPlan.com
LinkedIn: (I post most here!) www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-🗓️-b673334

From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Life Coach Michelle Gauthier on Beating Burnout, People-Pleasing, and Creating Work-Life Balance | Ep. 266