WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk)
WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk) speak to inspirational individuals around the globe about their personal leadership and growth. You will hear stories on how to build your tribe and be authentically you. How challenge, adversity, and resiliency can support, encourage and stretch your thinking. Join us to gain insight and tips to support your success at work and in your personal life.
WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk)
Why Women Leaders Are Burning Out: The Hidden Trauma Patterns No One Talks About
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Why are so many high-achieving women exhausted, overwhelmed, and questioning themselves, even when they’re doing everything “right”?
Burnout isn’t always about working too many hours. Often, it’s the invisible emotional load, unspoken trauma responses, and impossible expectations placed on women that quietly drain their energy and confidence.
In this episode of WIL Talk, leadership expert Vicki Bradley sits down with trauma sensitivity specialist Adriana Leigh to unpack why burnout isn’t a personal weakness, it’s often the predictable outcome of systems that reward over-functioning and self-sacrifice. If you’ve ever wondered why successful women struggle to slow down, set boundaries, or ask for help, this conversation will change the way you think about leadership forever.
Connect with Adriana Leigh
📖 Book: The Trauma Informed Coach
🌐 Website: https://algconsulting.ca/
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