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Life Boost with AmeliaAuthor: Dr. Amelia Knight Pinkston
Welcome to the Life Boost with Amelia podcast where we're changing the narrative around what true health and success look like. They should give you energy, not drain them. Whether youre a veterinary professional, a high-achieving perfectionist, or a people pleaser ready to not just look good on paper but to FEEL good, my goal is to always leave you with a fresh perspective that lifts a weight off your shoulders by the end of the episode. I'm your host, Dr. Amelia - multi-passionate integrative health and life coach, entrepreneur, and recovered burnout veterinarian. Together, we'll explore the science behind how your brain and body work, including the unconscious mind while also connecting with what your heart needs in order to stand up to the norm of feeling stuck on a hamster wheel-working hard yet feeling exhausted and not where you want to be- and instead live a life that makes you excited to get out of bed in the morning and in love with who you see when you look in the mirror. The reality is if you do what everyone else is doing, you're not going to feel good. Let's break the norm. Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 103 | The Weekend Guilt High Achievers Don't Talk About: 3 Reasons You Can't Relax - Even On Your Days Off
Friday, 1 May, 2026
Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions It's Friday afternoon. You've worked hard all week, and you're so ready for the weekend and time to recharge. But then Saturday morning hits — you try to have a leisurely morning, but then the guilt creeps in. Your brain starts thinking of everything you "should" be doing. You knock out some errands, clean, scroll, catch up on everything that piled up over the week, and by Sunday night you realize you never actually rested.If that sounds painfully familiar, there's a reason it feels like there's always at least "one more thing" between you and finally having more time for you. Your nervous system has learned that productivity is safe and rest is uncomfortable — and that programming is running quietly in the background, draining your battery and keeping your to-do list long without you even realizing it.In this episode, you'll learn:Why rest can feel worse than working — even when you think it's what you wantThe "malware" running in the background of high achievers (and how it's connected to trauma responses you may not even realize you have)The 3 hidden reasons rest feels so hard (especially for driven professionals) How to actually start prioritizing space to pause and why pausing is the real power move for sustainable successThe early warning signs from your body that you're in survival mode (before burnout forces you to slow down)To learn more about the Aligned Success Reboot visit: https://www.lifeboost.today/aligned-success-reboot and click "take the first step" to start a conversation to explore if it's right for you.To learn more about my 6 month coaching program, the Aligned Success Reboot visit: https://www.lifeboost.today/aligned-success-rebootDisclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. I am a certified health and life coach, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Please consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes to your physical or mental health routines. If you are experiencing a crisis, seek help from a qualified professional or contact emergency services.Connect with me on your favorite social media channel: Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn! To learn more about my approach and the programs and free resources available to support you, visit my website: www.lifeboost.todayI love to hear from you. You can always reach me at amelia@lifeboost.today.
