In today's episode, Dr. Charlie takes a deep dive into that exhausting, over-functioning cycle and shares her actionable steps to break free. She unpacks how survival instincts and societal conditioning push ambitious women to do too much, which leads to stress, burnout, and utter exhaustion.

You will learn to identify perfectionism and over-responsibility patterns, practical solutions, and a new perspective on setting guilt-free boundaries that work for you. Dr. Charlie introduces tools such as the "responsibility map," which helps women find what's really theirs to manage and what can be let go of or shared.

This empowering episode, meanwhile, sends a different message from conventional societal narratives. Dr Charlie wants you to own your inside strengths, redefine your priorities, and take back your energies.

Are you ready to leave burnout behind and live with confidence and clarity? Then this episode is for YOU!

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(05:31) Social Conditioning and Burnout (164 Seconds)

(11:34) Releasing Overwhelm by Setting Boundaries (107 Seconds)

(19:08) Learning to Set Healthy Boundaries (99 Seconds)

(25:36) Ownership of Personal Responsibilities (135 Seconds)

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Ever felt like workplace sexism is hiding in plain sight? Join me, Dr. Charlie Hornes, for a fun and eye-opening chat about navigating covert biases and passive-aggressive, resistive behavior with confidence. We’ll tackle those sneaky task-based conflicts that often mask deeper identity bias issues and uncover practical strategies—like crafting your go-to action plan—to handle them like a pro.

This episode is packed with tips to boost your self-worth, challenge ingrained biases, and foster personal growth. If you’re a high-achieving woman ready to reclaim your power and inspire change, this conversation is for you. Let’s turn workplace challenges into opportunities to thrive!

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(07:34) Gender Inequality and Systematic Patriarchy

(11:31) Impact of Subtle Bias on Confidence

(20:08) Identifying and Addressing Workplace Patterns

(33:47) Challenging Socialized Gender Roles

(38:13) Navigating Subtle Bias in the Workplace

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Join Dr. Charlie Hornes as we uncover the hidden challenges women face navigating systemic barriers and learn how to overcome them with confidence. Using her five-part framework, rooted in doctoral research and personal experience, Dr. Charlie offers strategies to separate systemic issues from personal ones, helping you reclaim your mental clarity and resilience.

We explore the concept of camouflaged misogyny—subtle biases disguised as task-based conflicts—and how understanding these dynamics can empower you to take proactive steps for success. With practical insights, including relatable analogies like “coffee pot problems,” Dr. Hornes sheds light on workplace dysfunctions, the mental toll of chronic stress, and ways to overcome self-doubt.

This episode goes beyond recognition, equipping you with neuroscience-backed tools to rewrite the rules, embrace personal growth, and turn challenges into opportunities for transformation.

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(18:12) Journaling for Reflection and Insight

(28:56) Systemic Bias and Gender Gaps

(35:24) Recognizing Systemic Bias in the Workplace

(40:39) Stress Audit and Prioritizing Well-Being

(44:40) Preparing for Worst-Case Scenarios

(51:19) Control Thoughts, Feelings, and Actions for Change

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Hey friends! In today’s episode, we're tackling that sneaky beast called perfectionism. Have you ever felt like only perfect is good enough? Trust me, you’re not alone.

In this episode, we’ll dig into why chasing perfection is a trap, especially for us high-achieving women in leadership. Together, we'll learn to embrace the "good enough" mindset, freeing up mental energy and creativity.

Ready to let go of impossible standards? Let’s redefine success with resilience and courage!

Listen in to learn more : (04:22) Breaking Free from “Perfection”

(15:59) Challenges of Feedback and Gender Bias

(25:00) Striving for Excellence, Not Perfection

(31:54) Understanding Perfectionism and Social Expectations

(40:38) Practicing Imperfection

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Ever feel trapped by that relentless inner critic pointing out your every flaw? We’ve all been there!

In today’s episode, Dr. Charlie Hornes shares how she broke free from anxiety and people-pleasing to become a master life coach. She’ll unpack the science behind your brain’s obsession with negativity and how neuroplasticity lets you rewrite those outdated patterns.

Discover why your brain clings to survival instincts like safety and harm avoidance, and learn how to turn those limiting narratives into empowering ones. She walks you through crafting your personal thesis statement, transforming self-defeating “I am” statements, and even writing a love letter to your future self.

It’s time to silence that inner critic, reclaim your narrative, and lead with confidence.

(09:00) Inner Narrative and Imposter Syndrome

(23:00) Perspective and Self-Perception

(28:13) Rewiring Your Brain Through Thought Work

(32:28) Overcoming Negative Self-Narratives

(47:58) Rewriting and Aligning Self-Narratives

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Ready to thrive as a confident, resilient leader? In this episode, Dr. Charlie Hornes reveals how high-achieving women in male-dominated fields can overcome the weight of unrealistic expectations. Learn how to ditch anxious people-pleasing and transform into a self-assured leader armed with tools to handle unreasonable demands like a pro.

We dive into how survival instincts impact our reactions in high-pressure situations, especially around the holidays. Dr. Charlie breaks down the societal pressures and double standards women face, from imposter syndrome to setting boundaries. You’ll get practical strategies to turn impulsive reactions into deliberate actions and learn how to set limits gracefully with “I statements.”

It’s all about building your boundary muscle and aligning your actions with your values.

(01:50) Survival Mechanism Impacting Women Leaders

(15:34) Balancing Domestic Labor in the Workplace

(21:17) Gender Roles and Workplace Expectations

(26:45) Navigating Imposter Syndrome in Leadership

(32:06) Shifting Perspective on Leadership Challenges

(35:55) Navigating Expectations and Herd Mentality

(39:21) Questioning Expectations, Shifting Mindsets

(43:44) Overcoming Socialized Patriarchy Expectations

(47:13) Building Boundaries for Confidence and Purpose

As a recovering anxious people-pleaser, Dr. Charlie has discovered that managing my thoughts is key to finding peace—especially during the holidays. In this episode, she shares her journey to becoming a life coach and how understanding that fears and anxieties are just interpretations, not facts, can help us regain emotional control. She'll break down thought patterns that sabotage our peace, like fear of rejection, and offer practical strategies to tackle self-doubt and perfectionism.

Learn how shifting your perspective without changing circumstances can boost confidence and help you navigate the holiday season easily and joyfully.

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