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Motherhood, Career & Identity: How to Thrive Without Burning Out

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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Gifty Enright — global workplace wellbeing expert, diversity and leadership consultant, TEDx speaker, and author of the highly acclaimed book Octopus on a Treadmill.

This conversation is full of empowering insights for working women — especially mothers — navigating the pressures of career, motherhood, identity, and self-care.

💬 In this episode, we talk about:

  • The story behind Octopus on a Treadmill and why it resonates with working women
  • What burnout really feels like and how to recognise it before it hits a crisis point
  • Losing yourself in motherhood and how to reconnect with your identity
  • The myth of “having it all” and redefining success on your own terms
  • Wellness, perimenopause, and rebuilding life with intention
  • Presence, boundaries, and the legacy we leave our children

💡 Key Takeaways:

Burnout doesn’t always look dramatic

Losing yourself in motherhood is common

Self-care is not selfish

You don’t need to ‘have it all’ to be worthy 

Perimenopause and burnout can overlap

Boundaries are essential

🔥 Whether you’re deep in the juggle of work and motherhood or feeling the early signs of burnout, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to take your power back.

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts, here

Connect with Gifty here

Visit Gifty’s Website here