Expansion

Success is often accomplished with grit, resilience, and action. Still, many of us women are bogged down by countless pressures each and every day. Who has time to work toward goals when the obstacles in the way somehow feel both mundane yet unconquerable? You can face steep odds and still find happiness, and that's because every woman has wells of resilience within to help get us through. Today I speak with career and leadership coach Jennifer Pestikas about making the choice to take up space; she also offers the nuts and bolts behind boldly expanding.   Here's a preview: [3:45] What should be in your resiliency toolbox (and how to build yours) [7:30] Thoughts on managing the pressures associated with being the first, the only, or different [15:00] Breaking down reasons why women sometimes make themselves small/diminish their accomplishments [24:00] What to do when you find yourself at the intersection of defeat and reinvention   Resources mentioned: The Nine Enneagram Descriptions (via the Enneagram Institute) Gallup Strength Finder Good On You app Brave Women At Work: Stories Of Resilience   -- * Join our (free!) community here. * Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube. * Email me and say hello! [email protected].  -- Thank you to our sponsors!  Thrive Market: head to thrivemarket.com/sustainable for 30% off your order and a free gift. Helix Sleep: Get $400 off and 2 free pillows at https://birchliving.com/sustainable. Our Sponsors:* Thank you to LifeStraw! https://lifestraw.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sustainable-minimalists/exclusive-content