In this episode of This Is How She Does It, host Angela Lee talks with Kim Menapace — working mom, tech professional, real estate investor, and host of the Balancing Ambitions podcast — about self-care, motherhood, and redefining success as ambitious women.

Angela and Kim share an honest conversation about balancing demanding careers with family life, navigating perfectionism and comparison, and letting go of the pressure to do it all. Kim opens up about her journey back to herself, raising young kids, and launching her podcast to move beyond curated highlight reels and into real, meaningful conversations.

Together, they explore what self-care actually looks like in this season of life — from setting boundaries and prioritizing personal needs to finding small, sustainable practices that support mental and emotional well-being.

If you’re a working mom feeling stretched thin, burned out, or stuck in the comparison trap, this episode offers practical insights, relatable stories, and reassurance that you’re not alone.

Key Topics Covered:

• Redefining success, ambition, and balance
• Letting go of perfectionism in career and motherhood
• Setting boundaries is an act of self-love

Looking to redefine "having it all" and success for yourself? Sign up and get access to my new, free Masterclass - The Aligned Advantage: https://angelaleecoaching.com/masterclass

In this Masterclass, you’ll discover:

1. How to Stop the Hustle and step into who you really are
2. The new formula for success (that doesn't include working harder)
3. Your Human Design Type and how to apply it to the new success formula
4. How to are here to make decisions and attract new opportunities

Connect with Kim:

• Kim's Podcast: Balancing Ambitions Podcast
• Kim's Website: kimmenapace.com

Connect with Angela:

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