In this episode of The Confident Woman Podcast, host Rachel Brooks welcomes guest Cherylanne Skolnicki, an expert on easing the tension between women's ambitions and their family lives. They dive deep into the myth of "having it all" and discuss practical strategies for achieving balance without burning out.Time Stamps:[00:01:00] - Cherylanne's background and journey[00:03:00] - The pressure to "have it all" and its consequences[00:05:00] - The importance of making choices and understanding trade-offs[00:07:00] - Benefits of embracing a "less is more" approach[00:09:00] - Reengineering daily routines to reduce stress[00:11:00] - The reality behind social media perfection[00:13:00] - Balancing priorities and accepting trade-offs in different life seasons[00:16:00] - Adapting to life changes and staying flexible[00:19:00] - The importance of self-prioritization and self-care[00:24:00] - Balancing ambition with self-care and family responsibilities[00:27:00] - Debunking the "supermom" myth[00:31:00] - Recognizing and avoiding burnout[00:34:00] - Making difficult choices to prevent burnout[00:37:00] - Tips for lightening the load and avoiding burnout (SOS model)[00:41:00] - Managing time expectations and creating margin in schedules[00:43:00] - Where to find Cherylanne and her resources👉 SUPPORT THE SHOW HERECommunity, Resources & Links:Share your biggest takeaways, and join us inside The Confident Woman Community.We would LOVE to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages RIGHT HERESign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTERConnect with Cherylanne Skolnicki:Website: brilliant-balance.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cscholnickiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/cherylanneskolnickiofficialDownload: brilliant-balance.com/playlistConnect with Rachel:Website: iamrachelbrooks.comBook: "Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, & Self-Love"Journals:"Fit From Within: 60 Days to Finding Freedom""Create Your Own Story"Social Media:InstagramLinkedIn
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Welcome to The Confident Woman Podcast — the show for faith-fueled, purpose-driven women ready to reclaim their identity, rebuild their confidence, and create a life they truly love.Hosted by Rachel Brooks — award-winning author, entrepreneur, and founder of The Confident Woman® — each episode is a raw, real, and relatable conversation about faith, identity, purpose, and freedom. We’ll talk about what matters most: overcoming self-doubt, healing from the past, navigating transitions, building healthy relationships, and creating a life and business aligned with your God-given calling.Through powerful stories, practical strategies, and faith-filled encouragement, you’ll gain the clarity, courage, and confidence to live bol...