High-achieving women often believe they need more discipline to move through burnout and life transitions.

But identity change doesn’t respond well to willpower.

In this episode, Shaina explores why the most disorienting phase of transformation is the in-between space—when the identity that built your success begins to loosen but the next version of your life hasn’t fully formed yet.

Instead of pushing harder, this phase requires something different: containment.

We explore why meaningful change often requires structured support and how creating space for reflection can stabilize the transition.

If you’ve been feeling unsettled during a period of growth, this episode will help you understand why.

Work With Me

If this episode gave you language for something you’ve been noticing in your work or your life and you’re still sorting through what to do with it, you don’t have to figure that out on your own.

I offer Alignment Calls for women who are beginning to see things more clearly but aren’t interested in rushing into decisions or making dramatic changes.

These conversations are a space to think through what’s actually going on, what you’re continuing to choose, and what a more aligned next step could look like for you.

If that’s something you want support with, you can book a call through the link in the show notes.

https://calendly.com/shainajonescoaching/alignment-call 

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