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Do you feel like everything in your life needs to be done at an A-plus level, even when you're already exhausted and overwhelmed?

As a high-achieving working woman, you're probably used to holding yourself to high standards. But when you try to give your best to everything — your career, your home, your health, and your family — something eventually has to give. And too often, the people and priorities you love most get whatever energy you have left.

In this episode of Overwhelmed Working Woman, Michelle Gauthier explores why doing less than your best can feel so uncomfortable, why perfectionism may be keeping you stuck in a cycle of overwhelm, and how embracing B-minus work can help you create more calm without abandoning your high standards.

In this episode, you'll learn how to:

• Understand why the pressure to do everything perfectly makes you feel overwhelmed and prevents you from making progress.
• Recognize the hidden cost of always striving for A-plus work and how it affects your relationships, energy, and well-being.
• Discover how to embrace B-minus work intentionally so you can save your best energy for the people, responsibilities, and priorities that matter most.

If you're ready to let go of the pressure to do it all perfectly and start creating a calmer, more balanced life, press play to discover how strategic B-minus work can help you do less without feeling like you're failing.

Wondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my "why am I overwhelmed" quiz to find out the source of your overwhelm, and what to do about it.

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...