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8. Lessons From 20+ Years in Corporate: Is Your Job Stealing Your Life? With Jelani De Leon
What is the true cost of giving your best years to your career?
In this episode of the Resonance podcast, I connect with my dear friend Jelani “Jela” De Leon, a Filipino-born superwoman with over 20 years in global corporate roles. Jela shares her story of moving to New Zealand with her husband and two daughters, building her career across top international companies, and ultimately choosing to prioritise health, family, and joy over endless hustle.
This is a deeply honest look at burnout, boundaries, financial wellbeing, and the courage it takes to reclaim your life outside of work.
✍🏼 Please note: This episode has been edited to protect privacy and remove identifiers.
💌 If you haven’t yet signed up for my free weekly newsletter filled with practical wisdom on how to balance ambition with wellbeing, The Stress Reset Weekly, you can sign up now and get it delivered straight to your inbox here
👉🏼 http://lvnhealth.myflodesk.com/newsletter
Hi there,
If you’re loving this episode and you know this is your season to finally RESET your nervous system and DETOX the stress in your life, then I’ve got something just for you…
The Stress Reset: a brand new, (founding-members only!) virtual group retreat experience designed for busy women (and conscious humans) who want to:
✔️ Connect with like-minded souls in a spacious, nurturing community,
✔️ Design your unique Stress Detox Journey (blending modern science + ancient wisdom),
✔️ Nourish yourself from the inside out with weekly nutrition guides, embodied practices, and integration rituals,
✔️ Enjoy the spaciousness of this intimate container, with lifetime access and Founding Member perks,
✔️ Finally overcome chronic stress and fatigue so you can be a better mum, leader, and partner.
This is the exhale you (and your nervous system) have been craving.
Join us, and experience the essence of a luxury retreat - from the comfort of your own home. 💆🏼♀️
👉🏼 If you want to be the FIRST to know when doors for The Stress Reset open, head to https://www.viktorialevenberg.com/stress-reset and join the PRIORITY waitlist today!
Before you go, snap a screenshot of this episode playing on your device, post it to your story and tag me @LVNHealth – I’d love to connect!
In this episode, you’ll hear:
If you’ve been pouring your energy into your job at the expense of your wellbeing, this episode is for you.
“You need to take care of yourself.” – Jelani De Leon
🎙️ You Have All The Time In The World 🎙️
& If You’re After Timestamps… Here You Go! 👇🏼
00:00 – Welcome to Resonance
03:00 – Meet Jelani De Leon: 20+ Years in Corporate Life
13:00 – The Hidden Costs of Corporate Success
18:30 – Burnout, Boundaries & Rediscovering Balance
27:00 – Reclaiming Energy: Family, Creativity & Joy Beyond Work
37:00 – Your Financial Health: The Right Time is NOW
53:00 – (Peri-)Menopause & Mental Health in Corporate Spaces
1:03:10 – The ONE Thing: Self-Care, Boundaries & Speaking Up
1:07:30 – Closing Reflections & Call to Action
LINKS & RESOURCES:
🚨 Be the FIRST to know when doors to The Stress Reset open, join the PRIORITY waitlist today! https://www.viktorialevenberg.com/stress-reset
✅ Your invitation today: Have a think about what all the extra time spent on work is costing you. What could you be doing instead? I created a MIND-BLOWING 🤯 resource just for you, The True Cost of Overwork Calculator. Click the link below & let me know what comes up for you. I’d love to hear your thoughts! DM me on Instagram @LVNHealth for a chat!
⏰ Access The True Cost of Overwork Calculator at https://www.viktorialevenberg.com/time
💰 In this episode, I talk about the life-changing experience of working with my financial coach and mentor Kate Northrup. If you’re interested in checking out her work, you can find her on https://katenorthrup.com/ and @katenorthrup on Instagram!
CONNECT WITH JELA:
📱 Instagram: @jeladeleon
Jela is open to connecting with listeners who resonate with her story. Drop her a message if you’d like to chat!
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by guests on Resonance are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Viktoria Levenberg, LVNHealth, or anyone working within the LVNHealth brand. This space welcomes a diversity of ideas, experiences, and stories, and part of resonance is learning to take what aligns and gently leave the rest.
Also… While I’m a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, and deeply passionate about well-being, this podcast is intended for educational and inspirational purposes only.
Resonance does not substitute personalised medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Always seek guidance from qualified professionals for any physical, emotional, or mental health concerns.
© 2025 LVNHealth. All Rights Reserved.
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By Viktoria Levenberg, National Board Certified Health & Wellness CoachWhat is the true cost of giving your best years to your career?
In this episode of the Resonance podcast, I connect with my dear friend Jelani “Jela” De Leon, a Filipino-born superwoman with over 20 years in global corporate roles. Jela shares her story of moving to New Zealand with her husband and two daughters, building her career across top international companies, and ultimately choosing to prioritise health, family, and joy over endless hustle.
This is a deeply honest look at burnout, boundaries, financial wellbeing, and the courage it takes to reclaim your life outside of work.
✍🏼 Please note: This episode has been edited to protect privacy and remove identifiers.
💌 If you haven’t yet signed up for my free weekly newsletter filled with practical wisdom on how to balance ambition with wellbeing, The Stress Reset Weekly, you can sign up now and get it delivered straight to your inbox here
👉🏼 http://lvnhealth.myflodesk.com/newsletter
Hi there,
If you’re loving this episode and you know this is your season to finally RESET your nervous system and DETOX the stress in your life, then I’ve got something just for you…
The Stress Reset: a brand new, (founding-members only!) virtual group retreat experience designed for busy women (and conscious humans) who want to:
✔️ Connect with like-minded souls in a spacious, nurturing community,
✔️ Design your unique Stress Detox Journey (blending modern science + ancient wisdom),
✔️ Nourish yourself from the inside out with weekly nutrition guides, embodied practices, and integration rituals,
✔️ Enjoy the spaciousness of this intimate container, with lifetime access and Founding Member perks,
✔️ Finally overcome chronic stress and fatigue so you can be a better mum, leader, and partner.
This is the exhale you (and your nervous system) have been craving.
Join us, and experience the essence of a luxury retreat - from the comfort of your own home. 💆🏼♀️
👉🏼 If you want to be the FIRST to know when doors for The Stress Reset open, head to https://www.viktorialevenberg.com/stress-reset and join the PRIORITY waitlist today!
Before you go, snap a screenshot of this episode playing on your device, post it to your story and tag me @LVNHealth – I’d love to connect!
In this episode, you’ll hear:
If you’ve been pouring your energy into your job at the expense of your wellbeing, this episode is for you.
“You need to take care of yourself.” – Jelani De Leon
🎙️ You Have All The Time In The World 🎙️
& If You’re After Timestamps… Here You Go! 👇🏼
00:00 – Welcome to Resonance
03:00 – Meet Jelani De Leon: 20+ Years in Corporate Life
13:00 – The Hidden Costs of Corporate Success
18:30 – Burnout, Boundaries & Rediscovering Balance
27:00 – Reclaiming Energy: Family, Creativity & Joy Beyond Work
37:00 – Your Financial Health: The Right Time is NOW
53:00 – (Peri-)Menopause & Mental Health in Corporate Spaces
1:03:10 – The ONE Thing: Self-Care, Boundaries & Speaking Up
1:07:30 – Closing Reflections & Call to Action
LINKS & RESOURCES:
🚨 Be the FIRST to know when doors to The Stress Reset open, join the PRIORITY waitlist today! https://www.viktorialevenberg.com/stress-reset
✅ Your invitation today: Have a think about what all the extra time spent on work is costing you. What could you be doing instead? I created a MIND-BLOWING 🤯 resource just for you, The True Cost of Overwork Calculator. Click the link below & let me know what comes up for you. I’d love to hear your thoughts! DM me on Instagram @LVNHealth for a chat!
⏰ Access The True Cost of Overwork Calculator at https://www.viktorialevenberg.com/time
💰 In this episode, I talk about the life-changing experience of working with my financial coach and mentor Kate Northrup. If you’re interested in checking out her work, you can find her on https://katenorthrup.com/ and @katenorthrup on Instagram!
CONNECT WITH JELA:
📱 Instagram: @jeladeleon
Jela is open to connecting with listeners who resonate with her story. Drop her a message if you’d like to chat!
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by guests on Resonance are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Viktoria Levenberg, LVNHealth, or anyone working within the LVNHealth brand. This space welcomes a diversity of ideas, experiences, and stories, and part of resonance is learning to take what aligns and gently leave the rest.
Also… While I’m a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, and deeply passionate about well-being, this podcast is intended for educational and inspirational purposes only.
Resonance does not substitute personalised medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Always seek guidance from qualified professionals for any physical, emotional, or mental health concerns.
© 2025 LVNHealth. All Rights Reserved.