In this episode, I sit down with our very first guest and the podcast’s producer, Amanda Dixon, to talk about one of the toughest (and most important) boundaries we can set: the ones that protect our health.

Amanda opens up about living with multiple sclerosis and how learning to honor her body’s limits has reshaped the way she works, rests, and leads. We dive into the guilt that comes with slowing down, why rest can feel harder than work, and how pushing past your limits—physically or emotionally—always comes with a cost.

I also share my own experience with stress-induced hearing loss and how that moment forced me to reexamine the stories I tell myself about productivity and success. Together, we talk about what it really means to listen to your body, communicate your needs, and give yourself and others grace.

If you’ve ever felt guilty for resting or worried that stepping back means falling behind, this episode is a reminder that protecting your health isn’t selfish; it’s sustainable. Because when you set boundaries around your well-being, you’re not quitting the work—you’re making sure you can keep showing up for it.

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