5 Reasons You're Still Doing too Much

Do you ever feel like you’re doing too much? Rhetorical question, right? We often say we “have no choice” And even though we end up acknowledging we’re doing too much and taking on extra responsibility that’s weighing heavily on us We aren’t doing the things that help us lighten this load. The truth is, some behaviors and situations can keep you stuck in patterns of doing too much for a long time. And even when you try to break free, you can’t because you don’t know where to make a shift So why are we still doing too much? In this episode, you’ll discover 5 internalized behaviors that keep us stuck in patterns of doing too much. You’ll also learn how to overcome these behaviors and release the weight on your shoulders. Listen in… Show Highlights Include: 5 reasons you might be stuck in patterns of doing too much. (3:04) The danger of defining your actions around expectations. (3:13) How to escape from this trap that keeps you stuck doing too much. (6:28) An overlooked, internal enemy that stops us from accepting help relieving heavy responsibility. (9:07) 3 emotions that hinder you from taking things off your plate or make you do too much. (14:00) A hidden trait that makes you do too much without even realizing it (and how you can analyze this trait and reduce your tendency to do too much).(17:14) Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule  Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly  Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5-Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/  Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance  Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 

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You deserve a big, full life and the freedom to enjoy it. The Brilliant Balance Podcast helps women in leadership design their next chapter for sustainable success—without burnout. Every week, host Cherylanne Skolnicki, a leading expert in work-life balance, leadership growth, and mindset coaching, shares ideas, inspiration, and insights to help high-achieving women align their ambition with personal fulfillment. Through conversations on leadership mindset, time management, and personal growth, you'll gain the tools to thrive in both your career and personal life. Whether you're considering a career pivot or craving more time for your personal life, you might find yourself asking: How do I advance my career—without working 24/7? Can I achieve my goals while still having time for my family? How do I stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling in control? What’s next for me—and how do I design it intentionally? If you’ve ever wondered how to fulfill your potential without breaking your life, this podcast is for you. In addition to sharing her own insights, Cherylanne sits down with experts, thought leaders, and ambitious women who reveal their strategies for burnout recovery, productivity for women, and redefining success on their terms. You’ll love the Brilliant Balance Podcast if you like podcasts like: Unlocking Us or Dare to Lead with Brene Brown, Women at Work by Harvard Business Review, The Midlife with Reshma Saujani, We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, The Mel Robbins Podcast, HerMoney with Jean Chatzky, So Money with Farnoosh Torabi