Have you ever looked around at your life and thought, “How did I get here?”
The title, the house, the family might all be there—but somewhere along the way, you disappeared.
Welcome to Beyond the Quo with Stacey Luces—Leadership Strategist, Power Reset Coach, and former Fortune 100 executive turned reinvention guide for women in midlife. In this episode, Stacey gets real about what it means to live authentically when success feels performative and burnout is lurking beneath the surface.
She shares personal stories, client breakthroughs, and practical strategies to help you realign with your core values, lead more truthfully at work, and build resilience in a world that rewards masks over meaning.
Whether you're navigating a career pivot, raising teens while caring for aging parents, or simply craving more joy and peace—this conversation will meet you right where you are.
🎧 In this episode:
• 04:10 — The Importance of Core Values
• 11:47 — Strategies for Living Authentically
• 24:43 — Understanding Core Values and Respect
• 26:50 — Making Tough Decisions for Authenticity
• 28:04 — Leading with Authenticity at Work
• 30:49 — The Power of Vulnerability
• 33:30 — Advocating for Your Needs
• 40:05 — Creating a Joy File and Normalizing Hard Seasons
💡 Key Takeaways:
• Authenticity isn’t perfection—it’s alignment. Living by your true values boosts satisfaction and reduces anxiety.
• Burnout often stems from disconnection—not just doing too much, but doing what doesn’t fit.
• Leading with authenticity is a power move—especially in work and relationships.
• Your peace is worth the discomfort of setting boundaries, making bold decisions, and living your truth.
You’ve already done the quo. Now it’s time to go beyond.
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✨ Connect with Stacey Luces:
• Website: staceyluces.com
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