11: 5 Myths High-Performing Women Still Believe, And the Truth About Success and Relationships

20/10/2025 14 min Temporada 1 Episodio 11
11: 5 Myths High-Performing Women Still Believe, And the Truth About Success and Relationships

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5 Myths High-Performing Women Still Believe, And the Truth About Success and RelationshipsDr. Brittany McGeehan debunks the top five myths keeping high-achieving women stuck in burnout and disconnection, and reframes what real success looks like in leadership and love.In this episode of The Aligned Powerhouse Podcast, Dr. Brittany McGeehan takes on the five biggest myths she hears from high-performing women—beliefs that sabotage both their leadership and their relationships. From the idea that emotional intelligence means “feeling less” to the myth that boundaries are selfish, Brittany unpacks the false narratives that keep women pushing harder while quietly unraveling inside.With her signature mix of honesty and clinical insight, Brittany reveals how these myths are rooted in cultural conditioning, family patterns, and the pressure to succeed at all costs. And she offers a powerful reframe: true leadership and intimacy don’t come from numbing out or over-functioning, but from reclaiming authenticity, emotional capacity, and trust in yourself.If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything “right” yet still feel disconnected and exhausted, this episode will help you spot the lies and step into a healthier, more sustainable definition of success.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why emotional intelligence is not about feeling less, but about feeling more with regulationThe hidden cost of believing boundaries are selfishHow the myth of “I can do it all” leads to quiet resentment and burnoutWhy perfectionism is disguised as professionalism—and how to spot the differenceHow to break free from cultural conditioning around success and worthPractical shifts to create sustainable growth in leadership and loveShared Resources:Dr. Brittany McGeehan WebsiteDr. Brittany McGeehan Instagram

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