166. What Your “Trophy Wife” Dream Is Really Telling You About Burnout & Your Purpose

05/08/2025 19 min Temporada 3 Episodio 166
166. What Your “Trophy Wife” Dream Is Really Telling You About Burnout & Your Purpose

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You know that daydream where someone else handles all the big decisions while you sip coffee and plan lunch dates? You're not the only high-achieving mom having this "trophy wife" fantasy.Two women on recent calls - a CFO and a CEO - both confessed they'd love to give up everything they've built just to have zero responsibilities.In this episode, you'll learn:🎯 Why your brain craves the "trophy wife" life - plus the hidden stressors that come with it (financial anxiety, identity loss, boredom)🎯 What you're actually craving - it's not zero responsibilities, it's choosing responsibilities that feel aligned with who you want to be🎯 Questions to ask yourself instead of fantasizing about giving it all upAfter listening:You'll stop feeling guilty about wanting to "escape"You'll know exactly what support you actually needYou'll have a framework for choosing stress that aligns with your valuesYou'll understand how to create appreciation for what you're already doingMy former stay-at-home client proved even "trophy wives" feel like they have no time. So this isn't about escaping responsibility - it's about choosing responsibilities that fulfill you instead of drain you.Resources Mentioned:Calm Mind Blueprint: www.samanthapenkoff.com/calm-mind-podWays to work with Samantha:1:1 coaching: Now accepting applications, 1 spot open. Learn More here: www.samanthapenkoff.com/working-togetherApplication: https://www.samanthapenkoff.com/assessments/2148353310Connect with Sam on IG: https://www.instagram.com/samantha.s.saysConnect with Sam on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoachSamanthaHawley/

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