Mindset Matters More

Episode 289: Vacay Brain


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Welcome back! Andy’s fresh from vacation and sharing the real talk about what happens when a high-achieving woman finally slows down. In this episode of Mindset Matters More, she opens up about the guilt, fear, and “what-ifs” that come up when you step away from your goals—plus how gratitude, faith, and presence helped her reclaim peace.


You’ll hear Andy unpack why taking time off doesn’t destroy momentum—it restores alignment. From confronting control issues to redefining productivity, this honest episode will help you give yourself permission to pause, breathe, and trust that rest is part of success.


In this episode:

• Why high achievers struggle to rest without guilt

• How gratitude anchors you when your mind spirals into “shoulds”

• The truth about inspired action vs. busy action

• How faith, self-trust, and relaxation create long-term success

• Practical ways to reconnect with yourself while taking a break


If you’ve ever feared losing progress by slowing down, this one’s for you. Learn how to rest without regret and return with more energy, clarity, and creative flow.


Keywords / discoverability: mindset podcast, women in personal growth, rest and productivity, burnout recovery, self-care mindset, inspired action, high achiever habits, Andy Hoffer coaching, abundance mindset, work-life balance.


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Mindset Matters MoreBy Andy Hoffer