Ever catch yourself thinking… why does work feel so hard lately?

You’re showing up, doing everything “right,” and yet you feel more exhausted, more disconnected, and less motivated than ever. If you’ve been wondering if your job is even right for you anymore—or if you’re dealing with career burnout, overwork, or that nagging sense that something is off—this episode is for you.

In this conversation, I sit down with Allie Stark, leadership coach to high-level female founders, to discuss why hustle culture stops working for women in midlife, and what a different way of working could actually look like. We explore the idea of a “feminine economy”—a model rooted in collaboration, support, boundaries, and sustainable success—and how shifting the way you work can change not just your career, but how you feel in your life.

We also talk about what to do if you’re burned out at work but not ready to quit, how to set boundaries in a high-pressure job, and why your job feeling harder lately might be a signal—not a failure.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why work feels so hard lately (even when nothing is “wrong”)

• Career burnout and how hustle culture contributes to it

• What a feminine economy is and how it changes the way we work

• How to stop overworking and start setting boundaries at work

• What to do if you feel stuck in your job but aren’t ready to leave

• How to explore career change or new opportunities without blowing up your life

Connect with Allie:

Allie Stark Wellness → https://www.alliestarkwellness.com/

Noria (The Residency Network) → https://hellonoria.com/

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Director to VP Promotion: Why High-Performing Midlife Women Get Stuck in Corporate Leadership

Midlife Overdrive and Why Slowing Down Feels Hard

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💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started!

✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness

⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.

If it feels like your life is passing you by and you’re not fully in it, let’s talk.

You’re keeping everything running, everyone’s taken care of, nothing is wrong…but you’re not exactly feeling like the main character in your life either. Am I right?

This is your invitation to pause, check in, and get back on track without overhauling everything. Seriously, we’re keeping it easy peasy because who needs one more thing to do?

In this solo episode, I’m walking you through a simple reset using your intentions as a guide. I share how I’m evaluating what’s working (and what’s not) for me, what it looks like to make decisions from the standpoint of your future self, and why small shifts—not big dramatic changes—are what move you forward.

If you’ve been stuck in autopilot, this will help you step back into the driver’s seat.

I talk about what it means to live on purpose in midlife, how to reconnect with yourself when life feels busy and disconnected, and why slowing down—even briefly—can change everything. You’ll walk away with one small, doable step to realign your life starting this week.

🎧Other Episodes You’ll Love:

56: Midlife Overdrive and Why Slowing Down Feels Hard

I want to hear from you. Send me a text!

💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started!

✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness

⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.

Can you delay menopause—and is your timeline more in your control than you think?

Perimenopause can feel like a moving target you have zero control over—your weight, your mood, your sleep, even when menopause will actually happen. But what if some of this isn’t as predetermined as we’ve been led to believe?

In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor and I are diving into whether you can actually delay menopause, and what really affects your hormones in midlife. We talk about ovarian aging (in plain English), the lifestyle factors that may influence your menopause timeline, and what matters most if you’re already in perimenopause.

You’ll also hear what’s within your control (and what’s not), so you can stop guessing and start making more informed decisions about your health. If you’ve ever wondered why perimenopause feels so unpredictable—or whether you can change your experience of it—this conversation will give you a clearer, more grounded perspective.

Connect with Dr. Naylor:

• Visit her website: https://drmirandanaylor.com
• Take her hormone quiz: https://drmirandanaylor.com/hormone-quiz-start/
• Listen to her podcast: Modern Women's Wellness

➡️ If this episode helped you feel a little more informed—and a little less at the mercy of your hormones—please share it with a friend who’s also navigating perimenopause.

⭐️ And please leave a 5-star rating and positive review for the show! This helps me book badass guests like Dr. Miranda who have so much wisdom to share.

I want to hear from you. Send me a text!

💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started!

✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness

⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.