Most people don't catch burnout until they're already deep in it. Until the work that used to energize them feels impossible and they're running on empty. A big reason we miss it is simple: we don't…
When you're stressed, the standard advice is to reduce what's on your plate. And sometimes that's the right call. But if you've ever found yourself cutting things back, only to end up in the same place…
We love origin stories of successful people. The skateboarder who fell hundreds of times before landing that signature trick. The award-winning musician who practiced thousands of hours and took naps underneath her piano. The entrepreneur who…
In this episode, we dive into something that impacts everyone's lives: stress. Over the years, I've realized that part of fostering self-love is knowing the difference between helpful and harmful stress, especially given our contradictory cultural…
Episode Summary In this enlightening exploration of true self-knowledge, Ruth challenges the common misunderstanding that self-awareness means primarily focusing on our flaws and weaknesses. Drawing from her extensive coaching experience, she reveals how many seemingly self-aware…
What makes us rigid versus adaptable has to do with what we prioritize. What we prioritize becomes our strategy - either intentionally or unconsciously.
Episode Summary Growth mindset has become a buzzword in personal and professional development, but many misunderstand its true power. In this episode, we explore how the popular concept introduced by Carol Dweck is often misconstrued as…
Perfectionism is an outdated strategy that no longer serves you that keeps you stuck. The sooner you're able to see this, the sooner you're released from the perfectionism trap.
Do you live in a competitive world? Do you feel like other people's success deflate you? We're talking about how to be happy for others, instead of feeling defensive about other people’s achievements. Specifically, the 3…
Episode Summary In this reassuring exploration of imposter syndrome, Ruth reveals why even legendary figures like Maya Angelou, Tom Hanks, and Sheryl Sandberg have struggled with feeling like frauds. Moving beyond superficial "just be confident" advice,…