EP16: Burnout: Amanda Miller-Littlejohn Speaks About The Silent Struggle of High Achievers

Guilty Privilege

Jan 16 2024 • 29 mins

Meet Amanda Miller Littlejohn, a gifted executive coach, brand strategist, writer and guess what? Amber’s personal coach. Amanda's unique talent lies in uncovering and magnifying the untapped gifts and stories of those she works with. She delves into her process of helping high-achievers, especially people of color, connect with their authentic narratives and unleash their full potential. Amanda's passion for authenticity and the link between inner energy and compelling storytelling takes center stage. She shares her intuitive approach to distilling a person's unique message during conversations. Moreover, Amanda encourages embracing strengths, deep listening, and following personal energy to reveal genuine selves to translate frustration and anger into tangible solutions and foster nurturing environments for meaningful exchanges. Amber and Amanda's dynamic exchange offers a wealth of insights for personal growth and discovers the significance of broadening discussions beyond individual identities. Get ready to be inspired to embrace your privileges without guilt and empowerment that you won't want to miss. KEY POINTS: -Turn your frustration and anger into a catalyst for positive change, where solutions emerge -Authenticity is about revisiting what you love and finding your passion -Prioritizing self-care isn't selfish it benefits everyone around you -Find the nature that rejuvenates you -Use your vacation days for self-care and consider sabbaticals if you can -Review your goals to make sure they match your genuine desires and well-being QUOTABLES: "Many of the experiences that we have, feel very unique to us because we're kind of operating in isolation." - Amanda Miller Littlejohn "It's hard to not know yourself when you're that in touch." - Amanda Miller Littlejohn "For people who are listening, follow your energy." - Amanda Miller Littlejohn "There's a time to renew and a time to rest." -Amanda Miller Littlejohn "You came to the Earth with something unique and special that is of value." -Amanda Miller Littlejohn "People often mistake anger or frustration for something that we should avoid rather than seeing the value in that emotion." -Amber Cabral GUEST INFORMATION:  Amanda Miller Littlejohn IG | @iamamandamillerlittlejohn LinkedIn | @amillerlittlejohn Twitter | @amandamogul Facebook | @AmandaMillerLittlejohn Amber Cabral  IG | @bamcabral LinkedIn | @ambercabral Facebook | @amber.cabral Twitter | @BamCabral  Grab a copy of Amber’s books at Amazon!  Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others -  Guilty Privilege is produced by EPYC Media Network

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