Episode 150: Depression and Yang Addiction

with Brodie Welch, L.Ac.

Calling all high-achievers, we who hold ourselves to high standards and push ourselves — at times beyond our limits. You’re in good company. Our culture values doing way more than just being: we celebrate yang and undervalue yin. This sets us up for burnout and even depression, even if you’re doing all the “right things.” 

Join me today to explore:

  • When is enough, enough?
  • The scourge of yang addiction
  • How to honor your yin — and why it’s critical to do so 
  • A challenge

Resources in this episode – 

“Beyond the Label: Women, Leadership, and Success on Our Own Terms”:  https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Label-Women-Leadership-Success/dp/0062655701

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