S2E9: Lead With Empathy—Feeling Deeply in a Numb World with Gianna Anzideo

What happens when your greatest strength—empathy—feels like it might break you? In this powerful and surprisingly funny episode, Amy and Theresa sit down with Gianna Anzideo, founder of Lead With Empathy, to explore the raw, beautiful mess of feeling everything a little too much.

Together, they unpack the difference between empathy, sympathy, and codependency; why setting boundaries is not just healthy—but essential; and how narcissistic dynamics can wear down even the most resilient hearts. Gianna shares her own journey with trauma, chronic illness, OCD, and escaping toxic workplaces, reminding us that protecting your peace isn’t selfish—it’s survival.

We also dive into the magic of “glimmers”—those tiny flashes of joy that help rewire our nervous systems and remind us we’re still here, still healing, and still capable of joy.

This one is for the feelers, the over-thinkers, the recovering people-pleasers, and anyone who’s ever been told they’re “too sensitive.” Spoiler: you’re not.

💚 Warning: may inspire spontaneous boundary-setting and emotional validation.

Find Gianna on Instagram at @leadwithempathyllc and learn more at https://leadwithempathyllc.com .

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