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Brilliant Balance

Redefining Reasonable: It's Time to Stop Overcompensating for Unrealistic Expectations

05 Aug 2025

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Today, I'm taking a close look at the invisible pressures so many ambitious women, including myself, face while trying to have it all. If you've ever felt like you're constantly running… juggling work demands, family obligations, and the endless "extras" that keep life moving, this episode is for you. I'm calling out the unrealistic expectations we're accepting including the invisible labor trap, and explaining why it can feel like we're playing in a rigged game. I'll help you recognize the hidden work you do, explore why it often goes unnoticed, and, most importantly, show you how to redefine what's actually reasonable for your life. Join me for actionable insights, some deeply needed reality checks, and a powerful permission slip to stop overcompensating for a system that isn't serving you.  Show Highlights: Spot the self-perpetuating trap of invisible labor. [03:20] Beware of non-promotable work volunteerism. [05:23] Consider the hidden costs of the invisible labor trap. [07:48] Are you underreporting your unseen contributions? [09:19] The problem of managing perception, not reality. [11:14] The power of reframing and making work visible. [14:06] Reclaim your agency in a rigged game to redefine success. [15:07] Recognize what's not a "you" problem. [19:14] Action steps to unlock agency without guilt. [20:28] Reach out for support, plus, share and spread the balance. [22:27] Subscribe to the Brilliant Balance Weekly: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow Cherylanne on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cskolnicki Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057

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