This Is How She Does It! Helping Corporate Working Moms Move from Burnout, Overwhelm and Mental Load to Balance and Abundance

This is part 2 of a special 3-part series where I'm doing solo episodes and sharing my personal journey from burnout to alignment and how Human Design helped me trust myself again.

When I hit burnout in my late 30s after checking all the boxes of “success,” I knew something had to change. That’s when I discovered Human Design, and it completely transformed how I saw myself, my energy, and my purpose.

Interested in going deeper? Sign up and get access to the Aligned Advantage Workshop: https://angelaleecoaching.com/masterclass 

✨ In this Workshop, you’ll discover:

To book a Personalized Human Design Reading / Energetic Leadership Blueprint:

https://angelaleecoaching.com/hdreading 

Connect with Angela:

I'd love to hear from you! Come find me on LinkedIn or Instagram and drop me a message to let me know what other topics you'd like me to cover or share a recommendation for my next podcast guest!

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In this special 3-part series, I'm doing solo episodes and sharing my personal journey from burnout to alignment and how Human Design helped me trust myself again.

When I hit burnout in my late 30s after checking all the boxes of “success,” I knew something had to change. That’s when I discovered Human Design, and it completely transformed how I saw myself, my energy, and my purpose.

Interested in going deeper? Sign up and get access to the Aligned Advantage Workshop: https://angelaleecoaching.com/masterclass 

✨ In this Workshop, you’ll discover:

To book a Personalized Human Design Reading / Energetic Leadership Blueprint:

https://angelaleecoaching.com/hdreading 

Connect with Angela:

I'd love to hear from you! Come find me on LinkedIn or Instagram and drop me a message to let me know what other topics you'd like me to cover or share a recommendation for my next podcast guest!

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In today’s episode, Angela sits down with Michele Maguire, a relationship coach and psychic medium who made the courageous leap from two decades in the corporate world to building her own coaching practice. After navigating divorce, facing her anxiety, and healing childhood trauma, Michele uncovered not only her path to deep healing but also her intuitive gifts.

Together, Angela and Michele explore:

The hidden ways childhood trauma shows up in our adult lives from work stress to parenting struggles.

Why nervous system regulation is essential.

The difference between traditional talk therapy and working with a coach.

How setting and holding boundaries starts with you believing in your own self worth.

The power of reparenting your inner child. 

If you’ve ever felt anxious, stuck, or disconnected from your true self, this episode will inspire you to see healing in a new light. Michele’s story is a powerful reminder that true transformation starts within—and that when you heal yourself, you ripple that healing into your family, your work, and your world.

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School’s back in full swing, and while I love settling into a routine, I’ll be honest—it can feel like I’m drowning in busyness. Between work, home, and kids, it often feels like everything is resting on my shoulders to figure out alone. Can you relate?

In today’s episode, I’m joined by productivity coach and certified Fair Play Method facilitator Valerie Recore. This conversation opened my eyes to the fact that I don’t have to make every household decision on my own—and neither do you. Valerie shares practical ways to divide up chores and responsibilities, not only with your partner but also with your kids.

I was especially excited about this because my kids are at the age where giving them more ownership and decision-making power can really work. Valerie helped me reframe some of the challenges I’ve been facing, and I know you’ll walk away with fresh perspectives and actionable strategies you can use in your home too.

We talk about:

How to take the weight of responsibility off your shoulders

Simple ways to get your family involved in household decisions

Why busyness shouldn’t be a badge of honor

Toxic time management traps

How to create space for “unicorn time” (yes, it’s a real thing!)

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by trying to do it all, this episode will give you permission—and tools—to share the load.

Valerie Recourt’s Website: https://strideproductivity.com/

Connect with Angela:

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In this episode of This Is How She Does It, Angela sits down with the unstoppable Shea Curry—founder and CEO of Catch Social, Broadway and Hollywood alum, jewelry designer, social media strategist, and mom of twins. Shea’s journey is anything but ordinary, and that’s exactly what makes her story so powerful.

Angela and Shea dive into the messy, beautiful reality of pivoting in work and life, especially when motherhood, ambition, and unexpected curveballs collide. From navigating toxic work environments and learning to set non-negotiable boundaries, to making deeply personal decisions like building her family through IVF, Shea shares candid insights with humor and honesty.

You’ll hear:

The difference between “glass balls” and “rubber balls” when prioritizing responsibilities.

How to say no and redefine availability without guilt.

What it looks like to re-enter the workforce or find new direction after motherhood.

Why presence matters more than perfection—at work and at home.

This conversation is bold, funny, and real. Shea’s energy is contagious, and her wisdom will leave you inspired to stand up for what you believe in, listen to your instincts, and trust that even a non-traditional path can lead to extraordinary success.

Connect with Shea: 

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What does life after divorce really look like for working moms balancing career, kids, and their own financial future? In this episode of This Is How She Does It, I sit down with Kristie Raymond—entrepreneur, solo mom, and trailblazer in the modeling and advertising industry to talk about resilience, money, and redefining beauty.

With over 30 years of experience in the commercial advertising world, Kristie has built her career around diversity and inclusion. She founded HumanKind, LLC, and launched HumanKind Originals, a groundbreaking talent portfolio that represents children and adults with disabilities. Her mission is simple: every body belongs.

Kristie also opens up about her personal journey, navigating co-parenting after divorce, and leaning on her support system as a solo mom and business owner. We dive into the importance of teaching resilience to kids, why women need to take charge of their financial education, and how embracing authenticity at home and at work can change everything.

Connect with Kristie: 

YouAreHumanKind

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Welcome back to Season 2!

In this episode of This Is How She Does It, host Angela Lee sits down with Leslie Forde, CEO and founder of Mom’s Hierarchy of Needs® and author of Repair with Self-Care. Leslie shares her vulnerable journey through burnout as a working mom in a leadership role, the challenges of returning to work after her second child, and the tough decisions she made to prioritize her health and family.

Together, Angela and Leslie unpack the societal pressures mothers face, the hidden toll of the motherhood penalty, and the systemic changes workplaces must make to support caregivers. Leslie also offers a framework for sustainable self-care—one rooted in compassion, non-negotiables, and reclaiming worth outside of the “always-on” expectations placed on moms.

Whether you’re a parent navigating career and family, a manager wanting to better support your team, or someone striving for healthier balance, this conversation blends real stories, actionable strategies, and powerful insights that prove: the system may be broken, but you are not.

Key Takeaways:

The four pillars every workplace must address to support caregivers

Why compassionate management practices matter—and how to apply them

Actionable language and solutions for moms facing burnout today

How to reevaluate workload at home and at work while embracing support

Why you are worthy—and how to commit to your self-care non-negotiables

Connect with Leslie

Official Website: momshierarchyofneeds.com 

Instagram: @moms_hierarchy_of_needs

LinkedIn: @MomsHierarchyOfNeeds

Contact Info: [email protected]

Connect with Angela:

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It’s the Season 1 finale!

In this milestone episode, Angela Lee is joined by the warm and wise Sally Bisbee—mom of three, certified life coach, professional organizer, and creative entrepreneur behind the brand Simply Sally Co. With over 20 years of experience navigating motherhood, Sally brings a fresh approach to reclaiming calm and joy amidst the chaos.

Through her signature method, Mom Life Simplified, Sally helps busy moms break free from burnout by embracing routines, decluttering their homes and their lives, and most importantly—putting themselves back on their own priority list.

Together, Angela and Sally get real about the pressures of working motherhood, the myth of “doing it all,” and how small shifts in mindset and systems can bring more ease, balance, and fulfillment.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why your dreams and needs matter as a mom—and how to prioritize them

How to build in simple and realistic routines that support your life 

The power of consistency and accountability with kids and partners

Organizing strategies that reduce mental and physical clutter

How to invite teamwork at home and stop carrying the load alone

This marks the final episode of Season 1, but we’re just getting started. Angela will be back in September with all-new episodes—released weekly—packed with fresh conversations, practical tools, and real stories to help you thrive in working motherhood.

If you’re ready to stop surviving and start living with more intention, you won’t want to miss this episode.

Connect with Sally:

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What if the key to escaping burnout and living a life you actually love started by getting crystal clear on your end goal—and then working backward?

In this episode of This Is How She Does It, host Angela Lee sits down with Courtney Cecil—founder of the Working Moms Movement, Head of Culture at a Fortune 50 company, podcast host, speaker, and mom of two—to talk about how to create a values-aligned life with intention and clarity. After hitting a breaking point juggling motherhood, a demanding career, and a toxic work culture, Courtney designed a life management system that helps working moms reclaim their time, energy, and agency.

You’ll hear Courtney’s powerful story of transformation and walk away with practical strategies to:

If you’re a working mom who’s tired of running on empty and ready to take back control, this conversation is your permission slip to start living on your own terms.

Connect with Courtney:

Connect with Angela:

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On today's episode of This is How She Does It, my guest is Hannah Morgan — working mom of three, systems genius, and founder of Heron House Management, the first-ever virtual house management service built specifically for busy parents.

With a background in operations and project management, Hannah knows exactly how to build the kind of systems that reduce stress, lighten the mental load, and help families function with more ease and equity. She’s on a mission to help moms stop doing it all alone — because managing home life shouldn’t be a solo act.

If you’re the default parent — the one who keeps all the balls in the air and holds everything in your head — and you’re completely exhausted by the responsibility, this conversation will feel like a lifeline. We talk about:

Letting go of control and learning to delegate at home (not just at work)

Building systems that actually support your family and your well-being

How outsourcing the tasks you hate — like camp forms, contractor calls, and gift tracking — creates more space for what lights you up

Hannah brings so much energy, heart, and practical wisdom to this episode. If you're ready to stop surviving and start living with more freedom, clarity, and time for yourself, then this one’s for you.

Key Timestamps

[2:06] –  Project Management for Personal Life

[9:48] – Streamline Joy with Systemized Tools

[21:31] – Balancing Household Chores Inequity

[33:04] – Breaking Generational Parenting Cycles

[40:41] – Community Engagement and Family Moments

Connect with Hannah Morgan:

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New Episodes are released weekly on Thursdays :)