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Can Women Really Have It All?


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Can Women Really Have It All? With Giselle Goodwin

What if the idea of “having it all” is actually what’s leaving so many women feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and never quite enough?

In this episode, Giselle Goodwin shares a powerful and honest perspective on modern womanhood, exploring the invisible load many women carry every day. From paid work to unpaid responsibilities at home, to the often-overlooked demands of living in a female body, it’s no wonder so many feel stuck on a relentless “hamster wheel.”

We unpack the pressure to do it all, the link between overwhelm and unrealistic expectations, and why constantly being busy doesn’t always lead to fulfilment. Giselle invites us to question the narrative we’ve been sold about success—and consider what we actually want our lives to look like.

This conversation also offers practical ways to step back and reset, including the idea of a “life audit” to help you identify what’s draining you, what truly matters, and where small, intentional changes could make a big difference.

If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin or like you’re constantly chasing, this episode will help you feel seen—and remind you that you’re not the problem.



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Guest Bio Giselle Goodwin, PhD

Giselle is a researcher, writer and speaker specialising in women, work and wellbeing. After two decades as an entrepreneur running her own businesses, she completed a PhD in 2022 examining women’s experiences of work, happiness and identity. Her work explores the pressures modern women face around ambition, guilt and burnout, themes she has navigated in her own life while raising two daughters and building a career. Originally from Canada and now based in the UK, Giselle is passionate about helping women create healthier, more fulfilling lives and reimagining a future of work that truly supports them.

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