S1-E22 | Keely re-creates her role as a Business Coach After people pleasing in the Corporate world triggers Burnout
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"We are stalwart characters, we keep on going on and we think that we are superhuman. And then I finally got the phone call to say that I wasn't successful in my interview and I was put at risk for redundancy... And that was when mentally and physically I ultimately shut down. And yeah, went on my own healing journey, so to speak, from that point. Because yeah, not an ideal time because of COVID, so I wasn't able to speak to a therapist, or wasn't able to see a therapist, as say, so I had to find my own way."
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"We are stalwart characters, we keep on going on and we think that we are superhuman. And then I finally got the phone call to say that I wasn't successful in my interview and I was put at risk for redundancy... And that was when mentally and physically I ultimately shut down. And yeah, went on my own healing journey, so to speak, from that point. Because yeah, not an ideal time because of COVID, so I wasn't able to speak to a therapist, or wasn't able to see a therapist, as say, so I had to find my own way."
Summary
Keely shares her transformative journey from a successful corporate executive to experiencing burnout and ultimately finding her passion. She shares her struggles with anxiety, the importance of self-care, and the lessons learned from her experiences.
Keely talks about her self-discovery process during the COVID-19 pandemic, finding clarity through nature, yoga, and meditation. She explores the valuable insights gained about work-life balance, the pitfalls of overachieving, and the importance of setting healthy boundaries.
She reveals how she leveraged her corporate burnout experience to fuel personal growth, transitioning into consultancy work and ultimately discovering her passion for coaching.
We discuss the impact of personal loss, the challenges of people-pleasing, and the need for emotional intelligence in both personal and professional settings. The conversation emphasises the importance of setting boundaries, being present, and living a fulfilling life.
Keely talks about her self-discovery process during the COVID-19 pandemic, finding clarity through nature, yoga, and meditation. She explores the valuable insights gained about work-life balance, the pitfalls of overachieving, and the importance of setting healthy boundaries.
She reveals how she leveraged her corporate burnout experience to fuel personal growth, transitioning into consultancy work and ultimately discovering her passion for coaching.
We discuss the impact of personal loss, the challenges of people-pleasing, and the need for emotional intelligence in both personal and professional settings. The conversation emphasises the importance of setting boundaries, being present, and living a fulfilling life.
ABOUT KEELY
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Keelys Book: From Burnout to Bliss: The Ultimate 90 Day Guide to Emotional and Mental Abundance - https://amzn.eu/d/godHAWV
Takeaways
- Keely experienced a significant burnout after years of corporate success.
- Self-care is essential for mental and physical health.
- People-pleasing can lead to toxic patterns in personal and professional life.
- Setting personal boundaries is crucial for well-being.
- Emotional intelligence should be taught in schools.
- COVID-19 has shifted workforce dynamics and increased entrepreneurship.
- Finding passion in coaching can lead to personal fulfillment.
- Awareness of one's behavior is key to personal growth.
- It's important to enjoy the present moment.
- Helping others requires authenticity and self-awareness.
Sound Bites
- "You can't keep everybody else happy."
- "You need to take care of yourself."
- "You can't drink from an empty cup."
Chapters
01:05 - Toxic Work Environment and Anxiety Attack
03:24 - Transition to Consultancy and Brexit Specialist
08:44 - Realisation and Healing
15:54 - Starting a Coaching and Training Business
21:11 - Discovering Passion for Helping Others
26:32 - Finding Purpose and Joy in Coaching
32:04 - Slowing Down and Enjoying Life
34:31 - Setting Personal Boundaries and Overcoming People-Pleasing
40:48 - Understanding the Unhealthy Aspects of Codependency
47:34 - Practicing Self-Care, Self-Awareness, and Self-Compassion
49:01 - Teaching Emotional Freedom Technique and Proper Breathing in Schools
53:07 - Promoting Healthy Conflict Management and Learning to Say No
Creators and Guests
Guest
Keely Woolley
Keely Woolley โThe Positive Global Disrupterโ, who Empowers Women in Leadership to Make a Global Impact. As an ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฎ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ง๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐จ๐๐๐ก, Keely is hugely passionate about empowering professional women to uncover their true purpose, gain clarity, and align with their authentic selves. Keelyโs approach combines deep insight, experience, and intuition to help professional women overcome both personal and professional challenges quickly, all within a safe, supportive environment. Grounded in wisdom with a touch of spiritual depth, I guide you to meaningful transformation without feeling "woo wooโ.
