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• Burnout doesn't make you a bad friend… it means your capacity is depleted

• Self-connection is the foundation for rebuilding emotional and relational capacity

• When you learn to meet your own needs, authentic connection with others becomes possible again

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In this episode, I sit down with Carly Bolin to talk about what it's really like to live in fight or flight without realizing it. 2025 became the hardest year of her life after her stepson's cancer diagnosis, and it forced her to see how long she'd been operating on empty, both at work and at home. Together, we unpack the quiet signs of burnout, the urge to control everything, and the moment tiny shifts (like finally making the bed again) showed her nervous system was healing. Carly shares how she learned to slow down, ask for help, receive support, and rebuild a life where she can be present with her family and still thrive professionally.

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• Burnout often shows up in subtle habits long before you realize you're in survival mode.
• Healing your nervous system starts with small shifts in capacity, not big dramatic changes.
• Asking for help and letting others support you is a nervous system skill…not a weakness.
  
  
  

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• Self-regulation is the most important skill for staying grounded and effective in an AI-driven world.

• Your ability to stay present and connected is the real competitive advantage that technology cannot replace.

• A regulated nervous system makes you clearer, more resilient, and more capable of navigating stress and uncertainty.
  
  

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In this episode, I walk you through the exact year-end exercise I recently did with my clients to help them stop spiraling into Q4 chaos and actually land the year feeling grounded. I talk about why so many high performers wait until December to "deal with" their inner world, only to get swallowed by work targets, holiday demands, and family expectations and how that usually ends with you being the one left behind.

By the end, you'll have a simple, doable framework to regulate before and after hard tasks, protect your inner peace, and close out 2025 in alignment instead of burnout.

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• When you don't consciously plan your inner year-end, work targets and holidays take overand you get left behind.
• The root cause of your chaos is rarely the external situation; it's usually patterns like people pleasing, poor prioritization, or loose boundaries.
• Regulating your nervous system before and after hard tasks teaches your body it's safe to do brave things without burning you out.
  
  

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• Your environment mirrors your nervous system, so chaos feels comfortable when you're dysregulated.
• Simplifying your life is not laziness; it's nervous system regulation in action.
• As you heal, your body will naturally crave stillness, slowness, and less stimulation.
  
  
  

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Fulfillment isn't a gold star you earn from the outside…it's a felt sense that comes from alignment.

In this solo episode of the Higher Alignment Podcast, I unpack why early "wins" (titles, pay bumps, praise) can masquerade as fulfillment when what we're actually chasing is approval. I share how self-abandonment—answering emails at 10pm, skipping meals, powering through vacations—creates the wedge that leads to burnout, resentment, and that "is this it?" feeling. You'll learn a simple reset: meet your basic needs first, rebuild self-trust, then ask better questions about work, direction, and desire. Fulfillment can include loving what you do, but it cannot survive if it costs your wellbeing.

This episode is your reminder to choose alignment daily so your success is sustainable and actually feels good.

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• Accomplishment ≠ fulfillment: external validation can mimic fulfillment but won't sustain it.
• Self-abandonment fuels burnout; honoring basic needs rebuilds self-trust and clarity.
• Alignment first, strategy second: meet your needs, then decide what's next from grounded confidence.
  
  
  

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Episode Highlights: work-life balance, presence, high performers, nervous system, burnout, mindfulness, mental health, corporate wellness, personal development, self-care

Summary:

What if "work-life balance" isn't about splitting your time evenly—but about how present you actually feel?

In this episode, Minh-Thu Lam dives into why balance has less to do with hours on a clock and more to do with the state of your nervous system. She shares how small, intentional moments of presence can shift everything—from how you show up at work to how connected you feel at home.

If you've ever felt like you're doing everything "right" but still can't find peace, this conversation will help you see balance in a whole new way.

Takeaways:

Work-life balance is a myth; it's about presence.
High achievers often struggle with being present.
Presence is linked to the state of the nervous system.
Micro moments of presence can help regulate stress.
You can't think your way out of negativity; feel your way in.
Time feels faster when you're not present.
Finding balance is a personal journey, not a formula.
Work-life harmony is a more realistic goal.
Inner peace is essential for true fulfillment.
You can design a life that is both successful and nourishing.

Chapters

00:00 Rethinking Work-Life Balance
12:13 The Path to Presence and Peace

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The REAL Reason You're Burnt Out (video)- https://higheralignmentconsulting.com/the-real-reason-youre-burnt-out/

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Episode Highlights: finding inner peace, inner child work, hustle culture, setting boundaries, healing, self-love, mental health, personal growth, nervous system, emotional healing, mindfulness, relationships, self-care

Summary:

Ever wonder why it's so hard to stay calm, even when life looks good on paper?

In this episode, Minh-Thu Lam opens up about how healing from a breakup led her down an unexpected path—one that revealed just how much her "inner child" was still running the show.

She breaks down what inner child work really means (beyond the buzzword) and how it impacts your stress, your relationships, and your ability to actually feel at peace. You'll hear how your nervous system holds onto old stories from childhood—and what it takes to finally rewrite them.

Minh-Thu also shares practical ways to reconnect with your inner child so you can stop overfunctioning, start feeling safe in your body again, and build the kind of self-trust that creates lasting inner peace

Takeaways:

Inner child work is pivotal in managing stress and healing.
Nurturing your inner child can improve relationships.
Your nervous system holds imprints from childhood experiences.
Adult responses can be influenced by childhood triggers.
Self-love is essential for personal growth and healing.
Building a relationship with your inner child is crucial.
Listening to your inner child's needs can transform your life.
Prioritizing self-care leads to better mental health.
You can rewire your responses through inner child work.
Healing the inner child fosters self-trust and confidence.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Inner Child Work
03:10 The Importance of Inner Child Healing
05:57 Personal Journey: Healing Through Breakup
08:47 Understanding the Nervous System and Inner Child
12:08 Reactions and Triggers: The Role of Childhood Imprints
14:55 Nurturing the Inner Child: Practical Steps
17:48 Building a Relationship with Your Inner Child
21:11 The Impact of Self-Nurturing on Relationships
24:05 Conclusion: Embracing Your Inner Child

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Links mentioned in this episode:

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The REAL Reason You're Burnt Out (video)- https://higheralignmentconsulting.com/the-real-reason-youre-burnt-out/

Click Here to take the Quiz- Is my Burnout Fixable? https://higheralignmentconsulting.scoreapp.com

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