I used to think the answer to work-life balance was always “less work” — fewer hours, tighter boundaries, more space. But I recently noticed something uncomfortable: even with a schedule that looked balanced on paper, I was showing up at home more snippy and resentful than calm and present.

In this episode, I’m talking about the version of imbalance nobody warns you about: when you’ve dialed work down so hard (usually out of burnout fear) that you start playing small, and it quietly leaks into your mood, your energy, and your relationships. If you’ve ever thought, “Why do I still feel off when I’ve done all the ‘right’ things?” this one will land.

• Why “balance” can’t be solved by a perfect schedule (even when the schedule looks ideal)
• How overcorrecting after burnout can lead to playing small — and feeling resentful anyway
• What to look for when you feel cranky/off at home (that actually starts in your work life)
• How to redefine balance as alignment with your values (not just fewer hours)
• A simple question to help you recalibrate without adding more time to your day

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