Lessons from a Quitter

This discussion dives into the pressures of perfectionism and how chasing unattainable goals leads to burnout. Instead of striving to be the best, finding joy in mediocrity is celebrated as a path to less stress. The host highlights the liberating idea that life balances between highs and lows, urging acceptance of being average. Emphasizing the importance of prioritizing meaningful experiences over perfection, listeners are encouraged to choose happiness over excellence and consider how 'good enough' can lead to a more fulfilling life.

In this discussion, high-achievers confront the challenge of finding joy outside of their accomplishments. It explores how societal programming ties self-worth to productivity and how ignoring bodily needs diminishes joy. Listeners are encouraged to rediscover curiosity, engage in low-stakes dabbling, and reconnect with their inner voice. Practical suggestions include scheduling time for curiosity and recognizing patterns in personal interests. The episode emphasizes that a rich life comes from varied interests beyond job titles.

In this final episode of the Burnout Breakthrough series, we wrap up six weeks of transformation by shifting from hard work to joyful living. After tackling boundaries, delegation, and saying no, this week focuses on the fun part—learning to live your dream life now. Goli challenges listeners to stop postponing happiness and start creating daily joy through simple exercises like crafting a "dream day" and building a "bliss list." You'll learn how to bring intention, fun, and presence back into your routine—because life isn't something to endure until it gets better. It's happening right now.

This discussion uncovers how letting go of emotional 'manuals' can liberate you from burnout. Discover the energy wasted on trying to control others and the refreshing power of setting healthy boundaries. Learn practical tips for managing workplace interactions and recalibrating friendships without resentment. Explore how people-pleasing ties into this struggle and why shifting your focus to your own actions brings calm. Finish with actionable steps to release expectations and confront discomfort in relationships.

In this episode of Lessons from a Quitter, we dive into the often-overlooked emotional side of career change—grief. When we outgrow an identity, a job, or a dream, it's not just a pivot; it's a loss. I'm joined by grief coach Laverne McKinnon to unpack how letting go of who we thought we'd be can open the door to who we're becoming. We explore why it's essential to honor our grief rather than rush past it, how to rebuild self-trust, and how embracing the messy middle can lead to a more authentic, fulfilling next chapter in your life and career.

In this week's episode of Lessons from a Quitter, I share Week 3 of my Burnout Breakthrough Accelerator. This session focuses on one of the biggest obstacles to rest and balance: guilt. We explore how guilt—often rooted in cultural, societal, or workplace expectations—keeps us trapped in burnout, pushing us to overwork, people-please, and ignore our own needs. I walk through how guilt feeds into shame, why it's used as a tool of control, and how to separate cultural norms from your own values. You'll learn practical strategies to redefine your beliefs and finally let go of unnecessary guilt.

This discussion dives into the unrealistic standards we impose on ourselves, from workplace expectations to personal perfection. Listeners are prompted to reflect on what success means to them and how shifting these goals can combat burnout. A compelling client story illustrates the struggles faced by a doctor overwhelmed by impossible expectations. Practical tips include setting achievable weekly projects and adjusting standards to reduce stress, reminding us that we often do enough, even without chasing perfection.

In this week's episode of Lessons from a Quitter, I'm kicking off a special six-week series called the Burnout Breakthrough Accelerator. After years of coaching professionals through overwhelm, I've distilled the key steps to help you move from constant exhaustion to more clarity, space, and joy. In Week 1, we start with an honest self-audit—writing down every "should" that weighs on us in work, home, health, and relationships. This eye-opening purge reveals just how much pressure we pile on ourselves and sets the stage for reclaiming time, energy, and control from burnout.

In this week's episode of Lessons from a Quitter, I share a personal experiment I've started in my own business: taking Mondays and Fridays off to create a three-day workweek. While it sounds dreamy on the surface, the reality has been much messier—and that's exactly why I wanted to bring it to you. We dive into how hustle culture and perfectionism make rest feel uncomfortable, why our brains resist slowing down, and how important it is to give ourselves permission to experiment. This conversation is about challenging old rules, embracing imperfection, and creating more space for what you truly want.

In this episode of Lessons from a Quitter, we dive into the root causes of burnout and why so many of us struggle to rest. Drawing from years of coaching, I break down how capitalism, schooling, religion, and cultural expectations tie our self-worth to constant productivity. We explore why slowing down feels uncomfortable, why rest is often judged as laziness, and how these beliefs keep us stuck in cycles of exhaustion. This episode challenges you to rethink worthiness, confront the discomfort of rest, and begin building a life defined by joy and ease—not endless busyness.