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Midlife Whisperer on Burnout, Self-Doubt & Rocking Your 20s | Dr. Ellen Albertson | Ep 140
Description
Your 20s are full of pressure, people-pleasing, and figuring out who you really are. Dr. Ellen Albertson — psychologist, registered dietitian, wellness coach, and author of *Rock Your Midlife* — shares wisdom to help you navigate it all with more self-compassion and clarity.
In this empowering conversation, Dr. Ellen discusses:
- Why many women shrink to fit in and lose touch with themselves
- The anti-authenticity trifecta: people-pleasing, perfectionism & self-criticism
- Lessons from her own journey through different careers and life stages
- How to trust yourself, follow what lights you up, and avoid climbing the wrong ladder
- Mindful self-compassion tools for anxiety, burnout & major transitions
Whether you’re in your 20s or preparing for future chapters, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for living authentically.
Dr. Ellen is known as the Midlife Whisperer and has helped thousands of women improve mental, emotional & physical well-being.
Timestamps below ⬇️
#MidlifeWisdom #SelfCompassion #PeoplePleaserRecovery #AuthenticLiving #BurnoutPrevention #WomenEmpowerment
Connect with Dr Ellen Albertson
Website: https://themidlifewhisperer.com/
LinkedIn : https://linkedin.com/in/drellenalbertson/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_midlife_whisperer/
Twitter: https://x.com/RockYourMidlife
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Chapters
0:00 - Intro & Welcome Dr. Ellen Albertson
1:40 - Childhood, Gender Roles & Becoming the “Good Girl”
8:20 - Corporate Path vs Following What Makes You Happy
15:30 - The Anti-Authenticity Trifecta: People-Pleasing, Perfectionism & Self-Doubt
23:10 - Losing Touch with Intuition & Inner Guidance
31:45 - Career Evolution: From Nutrition to Psychology & Wellness Coaching
40:20 - Advice for 20s: Saturn Return, Life Transitions & Trusting Yourself
48:50 - Self-Compassion Tools for Anxiety & Burnout
57:15 - Final Thoughts on Rocking Life at Any Age