In this episode of "Work It, Live It, Own It," host SaCola Lehr delves into the hidden costs of the 'suck it up' mentality. Discover how this mindset, often mistaken for strength, leads to burnout, resentment, and silence. SaCola shares personal insights and practical strategies to break free from survival mode and embrace a life rooted in honesty and sustainable strength. Tune in to learn how to set boundaries, speak your truth, and thrive authentically. Don't miss the first episode of a five part "Suck it Up & Go it Alone" series.

Most importantly, you’ll walk away with practical strategies to start shifting today, including:

• Journaling one place you’ve been “sucking it up” and naming the cost.
• Saying it out loud to a trusted friend, partner, or colleague to begin breaking the silence.
• Taking a small but powerful step to set boundaries at work or home without guilt.

This episode is designed to help you recognize the signs of caregiver burnout, stop people-pleasing, and begin protecting your well-being with sustainable self-care strategies.

If you’ve been carrying the weight of emotional labor in families, over-functioning at work, or struggling with work-life balance as a caregiver, you’re not alone. There is a better way—and it starts with letting go of the martyr mindset.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why “sucking it up” keeps women stuck in burnout cycles.
• How fear of confrontation and saying “yes” too often fuel exhaustion.
• The risks of persistent availability and technology overload.
• Simple, sustainable first steps to reclaim your energy and voice.

This series is about moving from survival to thriving. And it all begins with this first step: breaking the silence and permitting yourself to stop going it alone.

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