Sometimes, life’s most profound lessons come wrapped in the trials we’d never choose.
My guest on the latest Lean Out Podcast episode is one I’ve admired for several years… even more in recent times. I’ve observed with eyes wide open as she placed boundary after boundary and dialed her tremendously busy life back, unapologetically. And I’ve cried with her as she’s shared some very difficult family hardships that occurred over the past year.
Dr. Sasha Shillcutt MD, MS, FASE is a tenured professor of anesthesiology and the founder of Brave Enough. She has taught thousands of women how to achieve work-life control through courses, retreats, and conferences – including the well-known Brave Enough Women’s CME Mastermind Conference.
Sasha is the author of two books: Between Grit and Grace – How to Be Feminine and Formidable, and Brave Boundaries – Strategies to Say No, Sound Strong, and Take Control of Your Time. She is also host of the Brave Enough Show for Women Physicians.
Dawn and Sasha go deep on what prompted Sasha to turn her life around from saying yes constantly to employing fierce boundaries. They also discuss the events that led her to focus her podcast and blog around hardships this season.
Sasha epitomizes what it means to be brave. I know you’ll agree when you hear our conversation. If you’re navigating a tough period or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is a must-listen. It’s a reminder that even in life’s darkest moments, there’s light to be found—and often, that light comes from the people who show up for us, in ways big and small.
What do you think it means to be brave? Share your thoughts by leaving a comment below!
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