You're the capable one.
The dependable one.
The one who holds it all together—at work, at home, in life.

But when was the last time you didn't have to be strong?

In this episode, Erica explores the hidden emotional and energetic cost of always being "the strong one." Not the dramatic burnout no one sees coming—but the quiet exhaustion, disconnection, and heaviness that builds when strength becomes a survival strategy instead of a supported choice.

You'll hear why strong women don't usually fall apart—they slowly dull. Why rest doesn't feel safe when control has kept you protected. And why strength without support eventually turns into self-abandonment.

This conversation is for the woman who looks like she's thriving on the outside but feels tired of carrying everything alone on the inside.

If you've ever wondered:

• Why am I so tired when nothing is technically wrong?

• Why does life feel heavier than it should?

• Why can't I just relax—even when I want to?

This episode will meet you right where you are—and gently remind you that real strength includes knowing when to be held.

Key Takeaways

• Strength isn't the problem—strength without support is.

• When being strong becomes your identity, it quietly becomes an expectation.

• Strong women don't usually crash—they slowly disconnect from joy, creativity, and themselves.

• Rest feels unsafe when control has been your survival strategy.

• You don't need to become less driven or capable—you need environments that support your nervous system.

• Sustainable success isn't about pushing harder; it's about creating space to recalibrate.

• You were never meant to carry everything alone—and you don't have to anymore.

• The Reset & Thrive Retreat, Canyon Ranch, Lenox, October 15-18, 2026
• EricaDiamond.com
• One-On-One Coaching with Erica
• Busy To Bliss Online Course: The Mindset & Body Transformation for Ambitious Women to Prevent Burnout and Reclaim Their Time & Energy

On a global mission to Redefine Self-Care, Erica Diamond is a sought-after Media Expert, Professional Speaker, Bestselling Author of List Your Goals Journal, TV Host of ZenLIFE on Amazon Prime, Host of The Erica Diamond Podcast, Founder of Bliss Essential Oils, Certified Life & Career Coach, Certified Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Course Creator, and Founder of the Award-Winning Lifestyle Platform EricaDiamond.com® (previously WomenOnTheFence.com®).

Erica Diamond has been named to the coveted list of The Top 20 Women in Canada, FORBES Magazine's Top 100 Sites for Women, and a Profit Hot 50 Canadian Company. Erica is a mom of two college boys, 'bad cook,' and new drummer!

To learn more about Erica Diamond, visit her website EricaDiamond.com

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The first week of January doesn't need to be a sprint. In this episode, I share a gentle, yet strategic approach to stepping into the new year with ease, self-trust, and sustainable momentum. We'll explore why rest is not quitting, how to honor your energy, and how to create space for creativity and clarity before pushing forward.

If you've ever felt the pressure to "start fresh" or "do it all" on January 1, this episode is for you. I'll guide you through how to slow down, listen to your body, and enter the first quarter of the year with intention instead of urgency.

By the end, you'll have a simple, powerful mantra to carry into the new year: When you're tired, learn to rest, not quit.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How to approach January 1 without pressure and with presence

• Why rest is part of strategy, not a setback

• How to recognize when your creativity and flow need space

• Practical ways to ease into the new year and set sustainable momentum

• A simple Q1 practice to honor your energy and pace

Perfect For:

High achievers, ambitious professionals, and anyone ready to step into 2026 with ease, alignment, and clarity.

• EricaDiamond.com
• One-On-One Coaching with Erica
• Busy To Bliss Online Course: The Mindset & Body Transformation for Ambitious Women to Prevent Burnout and Reclaim Their Time & Energy

On a global mission to Redefine Self-Care, Erica Diamond is a sought-after Media Expert, Professional Speaker, Bestselling Author of List Your Goals Journal, TV Host of ZenLIFE on Amazon Prime, Host of The Erica Diamond Podcast, Founder of Bliss Essential Oils, Certified Life & Career Coach, Certified Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Course Creator, and Founder of the Award-Winning Lifestyle Platform EricaDiamond.com® (previously WomenOnTheFence.com®).

Erica Diamond has been named to the coveted list of The Top 20 Women in Canada, FORBES Magazine's Top 100 Sites for Women, and a Profit Hot 50 Canadian Company. Erica is a mom of two college boys, 'bad cook,' and new drummer!

To learn more about Erica Diamond, visit her website EricaDiamond.com

SIGN UP for the FREE Self-Care Masterclass for Busy Women:

https://wellness.ericadiamond.com/masterclass

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In this transformative episode, I sit down with Nathan Marcuzzi, somatic healer and founder of Somagetic, to explore the power of the body's intelligence and how it can guide us toward authentic presence, joy, and vitality. Drawing on decades of experience—from yoga and meditation to trauma-informed bodywork—Nathan shares practical tools for releasing energy blockages, resetting the nervous system, and living fully embodied.

Whether you're curious about somatic healing, seeking deeper connection in your relationships, or looking to bring more aliveness into your everyday life, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration to help you reconnect with your body, your energy, and yourself.

• What somatic healing really is and why tuning into the body is key to wellbeing.

• Energetic De-armouring™ explained: releasing tension and blockages to reconnect with your nervous system.

• How to spot when your body is out of sync and a simple nervous-system reset to try this week.

• The difference between check-the-box self-care and embodied self-care—and one overlooked practice you should start today.

• How somatic work can enhance intimacy and relationships, and how it benefits solo personal growth.

• Tools for bringing vitality and joy back into your body, even when feeling numb, tired, or disconnected.

• Nathan's vision for the future of embodied transformation and how listeners can step into their own journey.

Nathan Marcuzzi is a somatic healer and the founder of Somagetic, a practice dedicated to unlocking vitality, releasing energy blockages, and helping people step into authentic presence. With decades of experience in yoga, meditation, trauma-informed bodywork, Kundalini, Vipassana, and Reiki, Nathan guides both individuals and couples to reconnect with themselves, their joy, and their relationships. Based in Vienna, he makes healing practical, powerful, and transformative.

• Nathan Marcuzzi

On a global mission to Redefine Self-Care, Erica Diamond is a sought-after Media Expert, Professional Speaker, Bestselling Author of List Your Goals Journal, TV Host of ZenLIFE on Amazon Prime, Host of The Erica Diamond Podcast, Founder of Bliss Essential Oils, Certified Life & Career Coach, Certified Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Course Creator, and Founder of the Award-Winning Lifestyle Platform EricaDiamond.com® (previously WomenOnTheFence.com®).

Erica Diamond has been named to the coveted list of The Top 20 Women in Canada, FORBES Magazine's Top 100 Sites for Women, and a Profit Hot 50 Canadian Company. Erica is a mom of two college boys, 'bad cook,' and new drummer!

To learn more about Erica Diamond, visit her website EricaDiamond.com

SIGN UP for the FREE Self-Care Masterclass for Busy Women:

https://wellness.ericadiamond.com/masterclass

SIGN UP for CLOCKWISE, the FREE Time Management & Productivity Workshop:

https://wellness.ericadiamond.com/clockwise

SIGN UP for Erica's weekly newsletter and tips:

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If you liked this episode, please consider giving our show a 5* rating, and then go ahead and enjoy all our other episodes. And don't forget to subscribe to the show!