What does it really mean to lead your own life — and why does it sometimes feel so heavy? In this episode, we explore the paradox of self-leadership: the stress of carrying every responsibility and the quiet joy of living with autonomy, clarity, and flow.

You’ll hear about:
Why independence can both empower and exhaust us
How psychology explains the tension between freedom and overwhelm
The practices that help me shift leadership from duty into pleasure

References in this episode:
Fair Play by Eve Rodsky → Amazon link
Self-Determination Theory (Deci & Ryan)

What is Emotional Labour?

This isn’t about being “in charge” all the time — it’s about discovering the pleasure of leading with softness, strategy, and self-trust.