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The Soulful Leader PodcastAuthor: Stephanie Allen & Maren Oslac
As a Soulful Leader you want your success to mean something. Professionally, you're flourishing. Personally, you're still searching. Deep inside you know there has to be more to life. Acknowledging that your outer world doesnt align with your inner longings can feel scary and overwhelming. In a world where achievements and accolades motivate us to do more and be more, were often left wondering, Is this really it? Instead of sticking to the status quo, youre ready to embrace a new way of being, thinking, feeling, and doing so you can fulfill the deeper life thats calling you. Were your hosts, Stephanie Allen and Maren Oslac. Were both soulful leaders in our own right whose lives have been dedicated to living that 'something more'. We cant wait to save you time and share the shortcuts weve uncovered. By tuning into the Soulful Leader Podcast youll discover that you dont need to sacrifice to find meaning, success or true happiness. Instead, youll learn practical solutions infused with a healthy dose of woo for tapping into your Divine DNA. Well help you see that going inward is the secret. Each week we break down the barriers that will help you decrease your stress, find that fulfillment, and create the conditions so you can thrive in life. Language: en-us Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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When Pushing Harder Makes Everything Worse (and how to change it)
Episode 208
Tuesday, 21 April, 2026
Do you ever feel trapped between going all-in (the constant go, go, go, go), or needing to check out (the I've earned it, I've put in my time, I'm just I'm done.)You are NOT alone.The secret that no one tells us - there IS another option. Society teaches us to push, push, push — in business, in relationships, in life — which works for awhile. Then we crash and burn, and all too often, that frustration turns inward. Well, there’s good news, in today’s episode, Stephanie and Maren share an alternative path. They unpack one of the most overlooked leadership skills: the difference between presence and pressure.Why does our culture reward relentless doing while quietly starving the roots that sustain us?What does it actually look like to slow down without checking out?Stephanie and Maren tackle these questions, and more, through real stories, honest reflection, and a few unexpected analogies (think: scuba diving, lawnmowers, and Will Smith). The "go-go-go then crash" cycle is real and this conversation will give you tools to not end up as just another statistic.Tangible, actionable practices will help you shift out of the all-or-nothing loop, reconnect you to what you love and help you find actual fulfillment in your life.If you've ever felt like you're running on empty yet can't seem to stop, this episode is for you.---Resources & References Mentioned17:14 - Collateral Beauty (2016) — starring Will Smith, Kate Winslet, Helen Mirren - https://amzn.to/4mODUja22:10 - Rumi — "Meet it at the doorway" reference21:06 & 27:00 - Saint Francis of Assisi — the practice of giving inward first, then to a strangerEnjoyed This Episode?If this resonated with you, the best thing you can do is **share it with someone who needs it** — and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. It helps more soulful leaders find their way to this conversation.---“You cannot give somebody what you think they need. You can only give yourself what you need.” — Stephanie Allen---TRANSCRIPTYouTube VideoLove this episode? Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts—it helps other soulful leaders find us!Have a question or topic suggestion? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out through our website or social media.📬 Connect With UsWebsite: www.TheSoulfulLeaderPodcast.comMain Website: www.tslp.lifeFind us on:YouTube: @soulfulleaders LinkedIn: The Soulful Leaders Facebook: The Soulful Leaders Newsletter: Get our weekly newsletter 'Shift Happens' with tips, tricks, and insights to uplevel your life and leadership, plus notifications of new podcast releases and blog posts. Sign up at www.tslp.life
