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When Being the Responsible One Hurts: Eldest Daughters, Overfunctioning, & Unprocessed Trauma in the Body with Stephanie Ellis

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In this episode, Megan sits down with therapist Stephanie Ellis to talk about a struggle so many strong, independent women face - being the one who does it all, while quietly neglecting your own emotional needs. Together, they unpack why over-functioning feels like second nature, how family dynamics shape the way we show up, and what happens when unprocessed trauma shows up in our bodies as stress or health issues.

Stephanie shares her personal story and professional insights, offering a compassionate look at what it really takes to step back, set boundaries, and let yourself be supported. They also explore the power of somatic healing, self-advocacy, and vulnerability in creating real change.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of the world and still wondering why it never feels like enough, this conversation will remind you that your needs matter, too. You’ll walk away with practical ways to start recognizing what you need emotionally, and how to find safe, supportive spaces to heal and connect.

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Content provided by Megan Walsh. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Megan Walsh or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Summary

In this episode, Megan sits down with therapist Stephanie Ellis to talk about a struggle so many strong, independent women face - being the one who does it all, while quietly neglecting your own emotional needs. Together, they unpack why over-functioning feels like second nature, how family dynamics shape the way we show up, and what happens when unprocessed trauma shows up in our bodies as stress or health issues.

Stephanie shares her personal story and professional insights, offering a compassionate look at what it really takes to step back, set boundaries, and let yourself be supported. They also explore the power of somatic healing, self-advocacy, and vulnerability in creating real change.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of the world and still wondering why it never feels like enough, this conversation will remind you that your needs matter, too. You’ll walk away with practical ways to start recognizing what you need emotionally, and how to find safe, supportive spaces to heal and connect.

Connect with Stephanie

Follow on instagram

Access her resources

Connect with Megan

Follow Megan on IG

Learn more about how to work with Megan here!

  continue reading

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