You The Boss Podcast

Tuned In, Burned Out: The Mental Cost of Media Overload In this episode, we explore how digital overconsumption—from nonstop scrolling to doom-filled news cycles—impacts your mental health. Learn how constant media use is linked to anxiety, sleep disruption, low self-esteem, and the inability to stay present. We’ll break down: How negative news triggers chronic stress The connection between social media, FoMO, and mental fatigue Why your phone might be wrecking your sleep How to reclaim stillness and protect your peace 6 practical steps to manage media overload and reset your mind 🔗 Resources & Studies Mentioned: Nieman Lab: Social media now #1 news source → For the first time, social media overtakes TV as Americans’ top news source APA: Stress & digital media → Social media and the internet Mindfulness & social media addiction (Oberst et al.) →The effect of mindfulness on social media addiction among Chinese college students: A serial mediation model Smartphone use & poor sleep (Carter et al.) → The Association Between Smartphone Addiction and Sleep   Follow us on instagram: @youthebosspod  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@youthebossofficial

This week we are speaking with Rebecca Pilger.   Rebecca is a keynote speaker, divine feminine guide, and host of the SOUL DESIRE podcast, a powerful voice for those ready to rise from survival mode and come home to their truth. After navigating deep trauma, burnout, and the crushing weight of not-enoughness, Rebecca turned her pain into purpose and now leads others through the same alchemy. Her work is rooted in nervous system healing, divine feminine embodiment, and soul-led manifestation. She helps spiritual seekers, empaths, and high-achievers soften their grip, reconnect with their intuition, and remember who they were before the world told them who to be. Her message is clear: You don’t have to hustle to be worthy. You were born powerful, magnetic, and whole. Whether she’s speaking on stage, guiding sacred masterminds, or whispering truths through your headphones, Rebecca’s presence is a catalyst — an invitation to slow down, surrender, and finally start living from your soul. The epsiode mentioned: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2392247/episodes/17352025-how-to-calm-your-nervous-system-my-go-to-sos-tools-for-when-everything-feels-like-too-much-with-rebecca-pilger   Follow us on instagram: @youthebosspod  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@youthebossofficial    

What if playing it safe is actually the most dangerous decision you can make? In this episode, we’re flipping the idea of “security” on its head and calling out the comfort zone for what it really is—a cage disguised as protection. You’ll hear why avoiding risk is often the biggest gamble on your potential and how staying small can cost you more than failure ever could. I’ll walk you through 5 powerful steps to break out of the safe zone and start building a life that actually stretches you. If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to take the leap—this is your wake-up call. Book Mentioned: "How to Stop Worrying and Start Living" by Dale Carnegie—a timeless guide to letting go of fear and taking bold, grounded action.   Follow us on instagram: @youthebosspod  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@youthebossofficial

They’ll call it delusional—until it works. In this episode, we explore why every breakthrough starts with a belief that doesn’t quite make sense yet. You’ll learn how to tap into your boldest vision, even when reality hasn’t caught up. If you’re waiting for proof before you move, this one’s for you.   Episode is sponsored by @kaajcreations on instagram; check her out! Book mentioned: Playing Big by Tara Mohr   Follow us on instagram: @youthebosspod  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@youthebossofficial

In this episode, we dive deep into the version of you that exists beneath the fear—the one who isn’t led by doubt, people-pleasing, or judgment. What would life look like if fear wasn’t in charge? Tune in for a powerful reflection, practical steps to reclaim your courage, and a fresh perspective that might just change everything.     Follow us on instagram: @youthebosspod  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@youthebossofficial

Waiting to feel “ready”? That moment might never come, and that’s not a flaw, it’s a trap. In this punchy episode, we’re calling out the myth of readiness and exposing how it keeps you stuck, small, and stalled. I’m sharing real-life examples (including my own), plus giving you clear, no-BS steps to start messy, start scared, but just start. Because clarity comes after action, not before. We’ll talk fear, perfectionism, and how to rewire your mindset so you stop waiting for permission and start moving with power. Book rec: Daring Greatly by Brené Brown because courage starts with showing up.     Follow us on instagram: @youthebosspod  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@youthebossofficial

Feeling stuck even though you’re doing everything “right”? This episode is your reminder that real growth often happens in silence—without recognition, without results (yet), and without applause. We dive into how to stay consistent when no one’s clapping, how to measure progress beyond outcomes, and why this messy middle is actually where the magic happens. If you’re tired, discouraged, or doubting yourself—press play. Mentioned in this episode: The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins.   Follow us on instagram: @youthebosspod  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@youthebossofficial

Burnout doesn’t mean you’re broken — it means it’s time to realign. In this episode, we dive into what it truly takes to rebuild after burnout, not just recover. Learn how to reconnect with your values, redefine success, and create a life that supports your well-being instead of draining it. If you’re ready to rise from the burnout fog with clarity and purpose, this one’s for you.   Book mentioned: Atomic Habits by James Clear   Follow us on instagram: @youthebosspod  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@youthebossofficial  

What happens when the goals that once lit you up now feel like a burden? In this episode, we explore vision fatigue that quiet burnout that creeps in when you're chasing a dream that no longer feels aligned. If you’ve been doing “all the right things” but feel disconnected, exhausted, or uninspired, this one’s for you. We’ll unpack why vision fatigue happens, how to know if you’re experiencing it, and what to do when your growth starts to feel more like performance than purpose. You’ll also get practical reflection prompts to help you reset, realign, and reconnect with a version of your vision that feels alive again. This isn’t about giving up. It’s about giving yourself permission to evolve.   Follow us on instagram: @youthebosspod  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@youthebossofficial  

Still waiting for the right time to chase what you really want? Here's your wake-up call: no one’s coming to save you. In this episode, we break down why you need to start now, how to crush fear, and 5 things you can do today to get moving. Stop waiting. Start building. Let’s go.   Jersey Media mentioned in this episode available on all platforms Jennifer Morilla: Featured in epsidoe 34 Gary Vee Mentioned in this episode Follow us on instagram: @youthebosspod  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@youthebossofficial