When Life Happens: Redefining Balance, Boundaries & Self-Trust with Dr. Rachel Goldman

What if balance isn’t something you “figure out” but something you redefine as life evolves?

In this powerful and deeply validating episode of Hey, Soul Sister, we sit down with Dr. Rachel Goldman, licensed psychologist, CBT expert, author, and featured expert on platforms like Oprah and Mel Robbins, to unpack what so many women are quietly struggling with... burnout, overwhelm, guilt, and the feeling of being stuck in a life that no longer fits.

Dr. Rachel brings compassion, science-backed tools, and real-life wisdom to help women shift out of hustle mode and back into self-trust. Together, we explore how to reframe self-care (without adding another thing to your to-do list), set boundaries without guilt, and understand balance as something that changes with each season of life.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why balance is not 50/50 and why it was never meant to be
• How to reframe “I should” into empowering choices that align with you
• The power of small mindset tweaks over overwhelming life overhauls
• Setting and holding boundaries especially during busy or emotional seasons
• Listening to your intuition and honoring the mind–body connection
• Navigating burnout, career dissatisfaction, and major life transitions
• Why you’re not failing — you’re simply in a different phase
• How CBT tools can help you manage stress, quiet unhelpful self-talk, and regain control
• A sneak peek into Dr. Rachel’s upcoming book, When Life Happens, and why it’s a must-have resource for women navigating modern life

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, disconnected from yourself, or stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming — this conversation is your gentle reminder: nothing is wrong with you. Life is just happening.

Take a breath, tune in, and let this episode remind you that even listening right now is an act of self-care.

About Our Guest: Dr. Rachel Goldman
Rachel L. Goldman, PhD, FTOS, FASMBS-IH—known as Dr. Rachel—is a nationally recognized clinical psychologist, author, speaker, and consultant specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with a holistic approach to mental health and well-being.

She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and maintains a private practice in New York City. Dr. Rachel is a sought-a