This conversation is one of the most raw, emotional, and transformational stories ever shared on the show.In today’s episode, I sit down with Ioni Papadakis — Greek-Canadian entrepreneur, founder of 9 Elephants Consulting, emotional intelligence mentor, and a woman whose story of survival will shake you in the best way possible.At just 17 years old, Ione left home, crossed an ocean, and entered a world where she had no community, no support, and no roadmap for survival. What followed was a hidden battle with cultural displacement, shame, depression, people-pleasing, financial collapse, and moments so dark she questioned whether her life was worth continuing.But then everything changed.Through self-leadership, emotional intelligence, and the courage to ask for help, Ione rebuilt her life from the ground up — going from isolated, hungry, and sleeping outside…to leading over 100 employees, paying off her debt, starting her consulting business, and becoming a Woman of Impact Award recipient.In this episode we cover:The hidden side of burnout most people overlookThe cultural pressure to “stay quiet” and how it destroys mental healthWhy awareness is the first step toward transformationThe power of community when shame tells you to stay silentHow young women (and men) fall into dangerous situations when hope fadesThe mindset shift that turns victims into victorsHow emotional intelligence saved her lifeWhat real leadership looks like — and why it’s nothing like culture portraysWhy men especially must learn to ask for helpHow faith intervened at the exact moment she needed itIf you’re struggling…If you feel unseen…If you think you’re the only one battling darkness…This conversation might be the moment things shift.This is more than a story.This is proof that resilience can be rebuilt — one courageous decision at a time.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ioni Papadakis https://www.9elephantsconsulting.comhttps://www.instagram.com/ioni.coach/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------More from Coach Boe:Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/resilient-colle...🌐 Learn more or work with Chris at:👉 https://www.chrisboecoaching.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos that hit hard, speak truth, and move you forward.🔔 Hit the bell so you never miss an update!🔗 Explore More + Get Started Today:📩 Contact Me for 1-on-1 Support: chris@coachboe.com🎧 Listen to my Podcast "The Resilient Life with Chris Boe": https://shorturl.at/WukBS

High achievers, CEOs, and driven professionals are praised for handling it all — but what happens when “being the rock” becomes the reason you're cracking?

In this powerful episode, Chris Boe exposes the hidden cost of over responsibility and how constantly carrying everyone else’s needs leads to exhaustion, resentment, and burnout. You'll learn why your identity might be tied to doing too much, how to recognize when you're carrying what was never yours, and actionable strategies to reclaim your peace without losing your edge.

If you’re always “on,” always needed, and always the one who shows up — this episode is your wake-up call.

➡️ Learn how to reset your boundaries➡️ Rebuild your energy from the inside out➡️ And step into a version of success that doesn’t cost your soul

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Keywords: over responsibility, burnout recovery, executive fatigue, wellness for high achievers, leadership stress, emotional overload, stress management for professionals, performance recovery, high performer burnout, work-life boundaries

Are you always "on"? High-achieving professionals, CEOs, and business owners often carry the hidden weight of performance pressure—never slowing down, never switching off. In this episode, Chris Boe breaks down the unseen toll of constant output on your mind, body, and soul. You’ll discover the invisible trap many leaders fall into, the identity myths keeping you stuck, and practical shifts to reclaim your energy, clarity, and peace. This is a must-listen for anyone who leads at a high level but feels quietly drained behind the scenes. If you would like to connect or see how we can work together, please reach out HERE.