Episode 41

41. How Being a People Pleaser Stifles Your Authenticity

Published on: 27th February, 2024

Have you ever felt like you are living your life for someone else? Have you, at times, felt like you were wearing a mask just to fit in and meet societal/parental expectations? Because, same here.

During this solo episode, Monica gets super vulnerable about the patterns she has uncovered in her own life around people pleasing, how people pleasing has stifled her authenticity and how she plans to break the people pleasing mold with her own children.

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IG: @confidence.counsel

Website: www.confidencecounsel.com

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About the Podcast

Confidence Counsel

Embrace your most authentic self and take bold action toward your dream life!

This show is designed for ambitious women, who despite having a great life, just KNOW that they’re destined for more. Whether you aren’t sure what that next level is- or you have an idea, but the vision feels out of reach- this podcast is for you!

Each week Monica Burkoth, a successful trial lawyer, mom, life coach and wife, will lead honest and inspiring conversations with experts, entrepreneurs, authors and spiritual teachers on topics such as personal development, career, mindfulness, spirituality, health, family, and more. This show will provide you with actionable steps to help you feel more confident, motivated and inspired to embrace your authentic self, get out of your comfort zone, and take bold action toward your dream life.

Are you ready to elevate your life? ALL RISE.

About your host

Monica Burkoth

Monica Burkoth is a successful trial attorney who lives in Chicago with her husband and two children. For the past ten years, Monica has dedicated her professional career to the law. For years, she has been been recognized by multiple publications as an "Emerging Lawyer" , "Rising Star" and "One to Watch". In 2022, Monica was named one of the top forty attorneys under the age of 40, a very prestigious recognition among the legal community.

After becoming a mom in 2020, Monica became inspired to find a way to channel her career success into life success. In addition to working full-time as a trial lawyer and being a mom of a 2 and 1 year old, Monica founded this podcast as a way to connect, inspire and motivate other women to live their best lives. This podcast combines Monica's passions for storytelling, self development, modern spirituality and female empowerment.