Welcome to Loved Without Losing Yourself—formerly Unbound Ambitions. I’m Penelope, coach for high-achieving women who want a powerful career and a loving home. Each week in 7–12 minutes, you’ll get one clear insight, one tiny practice, and one boundary script you can use tonight. If you’ve been here a while, nothing breaks—you’re still subscribed. If you’re new, start with the latest episode and try the script in the show notes tonight. Ready? Let’s begin.
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Guilt is the shapeshifter that steals joy from high-achieving women, functioning as an invisible thief of energy, fulfillment, and connection even when they outwardly appear successful.
• The guilt-ex…
In this episode, we explore why peace feels so elusive in our busy lives and identify five key "peace stealers" that drain our energy and happiness. By recognizing what's stealing our peace—from over…
Discover how to harness your ambition without apology in this enlightening episode of Unbound Ambitions. We sit down with Paola Savva, an inspirational leader and advocate for women's empowerment, wh…
Are you tired of feeling the need to shrink yourself just to be accepted?
In our latest episode, we delve into the hidden costs of playing small and the subconscious patterns that often keep us from …
In this episode, we tackle the persistent voice of self-doubt many women experience, offering tools to turn that inner critic into a source of strength.
We examine the origins of this voice, challeng…
Can setting personal boundaries be an act of love and respect?
This episode explores the essential topic of setting boundaries without guilt, revealing how societal conditioning makes it challenging f…
Burnout is a silent thief that robs us of energy, happiness, and even our confidence.
Understanding burnout and recognizing its hidden signs offer crucial tools for improving mental health and vitali…
Have you ever considered how you want to feel? Could it be the secret ingredient to achieving your goals?
Discover the power of aligning your goals with your emotions as we kickstart the new year wit…
In this episode of Unbound Ambitions, we unlock the power to transform your life and career with actionable insights.
Have you ever felt trapped in your comfort zone, fearful of change, or direction…
Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of endless self-improvement, only to find that lasting change remains elusive?
In this episode, we challenge the limiting beliefs that keep us feeling inadequate…
What if the "good girl" narrative keeps you from living your most authentic life?
In this episode of Unbound Ambitions:
I was once denied basic resources like internet access at work simply because I am a woman!
This episode of Unbound Ambitions is dedicated to every woman who's ever been told she must sacrifice her w…
Have you ever felt pressured into playing a role that doesn't fit who you are?
Join me as we challenge the notion of being "tamed" by societal norms that stifle our true selves and limit our ambition…
Have you ever found yourself lost in societal expectations, yearning to reconnect with your true self?
Join me in this episode as I describe my transformative journey, how I changed my narrative, and…
What if shedding your limiting beliefs could completely transform your life? Join me on this episode of Unbound Ambitions, where we embark on a journey to uncover and dismantle the negative thoughts …
What happens when an accomplished professional seamlessly juggles a dynamic career and family life? Meet Anum Farooq, our extraordinary guest on this episode of Unbound Ambitions.
As an educator, ent…
Burnout took a heavy toll on my life, straining my relationships and eroding my well-being. It was because of this deeply personal struggle that I've decided to created those episode series.
In this …
In this first episode of season 3 of the Unbound Ambitions Podcast, we tackle the common but often overlooked issue of feeling depleted and emotionally empty.
Join me as we explore the signs and symp…
This episode is the beginning of the series STEPS OF SELF-DISCOVERY.
In the Steps of Self-Discovery series we'll chart a course into the heart of what scares us most, transforming these fears from sil…
Ever felt like you're walking a tightrope between your dreams of career success and the bliss of a vibrant personal life? Let's shatter the illusion that you must choose one over the other.
In this e…