After 20 years as a divorce attorney, Wendy Meadows discovered that the same perfectionism driving her professional success was also destroying her from the inside out. In this revealing conversation, Wendy unpacks how the legal profession attracts and rewards perfectionist tendencies—and why that's creating an epidemic of burnout among high-achieving lawyer moms. From the relentless pressure to have every case figured out to the toxic culture of judgment that permeates law firms, Wendy exposes the hidden costs of perfectionist achievement in the legal field. She shares her journey from burnt-out litigator to successful solo practitioner and coach, revealing how she broke free from the golden handcuffs of traditional firm life to create a practice aligned with her values. This episode explores the intersection of perfectionism, burnout, and high achievement, offering practical tools for recognizing when your drive for excellence has crossed into self-destruction. Wendy discusses her "Sparkle and Grit" philosophy—balancing intuitive guidance with strategic action—and shares specific strategies for lawyers ready to reclaim their time, energy, and sanity. Whether you're drowning in billable hours, struggling with imposter syndrome, or questioning if there's life beyond the grind, this conversation offers a roadmap for transformation. Wendy's story proves that you can maintain your edge and ambition while ditching the perfectionist prison that's keeping you exhausted and unfulfilled. 👉 "Grab Wendy's free sparkle & GRIT Playbook: https://www.sparkleandgrit.com/playbook Get Unstuck: 5 Therapeutic Steps to Take Aligned Action: https://www.brookejeanllc.com/get-unstuck More on The Unperfected® Pod (all platforms) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Connect with Brooke Jean: Website: Brooke Jean LLC Facebook: Brooke Jean LinkedIn: Brooke Jean Instagram: @brookejeanunperfected  

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