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This is where I share the real talk, insights, and strategies every ambitious woman needs to break free from burnout, build resilience, and lead with confidence. Through personal stories and practical guidance, I’ll help you reclaim your energy, find balance, and step boldly into the life you deserve. Let’s navigate this journey together - one empowering post at a time.

Career Fulfillment & Redefining Success
Aligned Leadership Unlocked
The Surprising Way to Elevate Your Career - and Yourself
There wasn’t one big breakdown.
No dramatic exit. No fiery “I’m done” speech.
It was quieter than that.

CAREER FULFILLMENT & REDEFINING SUCCESS
Leadership Defined: Align, Lead, and Succeed
EMOTIONAL MASTERY & MINDSET SHIFTS
Self Leadership: The Key to Leading Yourself and Others to Success
BURNOUT RECOVERY & RESILIENCE
How to Overcome Burnout: When Grit Becomes Self-Sabotage
Work-Life Balance’s Healthy Boundaries
Building Boundaries to Thrive in High-Stakes Careers
MOST RECENTÂ POSTS
We've been sold the idea that perseverance is the key to success. But what happens when pushing through burnout turns into self-sabotage? High-achievers often mistake grit for strength, but when resil...
Ever feel like your brain is a web browser with 37 tabs open, and one of them is playing music but you cannot figure out which one?
Yeah. Me too.
It’s no secret - workplace stress is at an all-time ...
Why Resilience Matters More Than Ever
You’re not lazy. You’re not weak. You’re not “bad at work-life balance.”
You’re burned out. But not the kind of burnout they put on magazine covers. Not the dra...
Why It’s an Endless, Frustrating, Beautiful Journey
The Problem with Self-Development is that it often ignores the stubborn layers beneath our surface struggles. You might have read the books, listen...
I spent most of my 33-year career in some form of burnout.
At first, it came in waves - cyclical in nature, tied to the projects I was leading. When this project is done, I can rest. Then came the in...
Feeling Like a DEI Hire? How to Own Your Seat at the Table with Confidence
Let’s get real. If you’re a high-achieving woman in finance or tech, you’ve likely walked into a boardroom or a meeting room...

Hey, I'm Amanda.
MASTER LIFEÂ COACH & YOUR BIGGESTÂ ALLY
I help ambitious women in finance and technology break free from burnout and step into their full potential - without sacrificing their well-being or joy.
Burnout isn’t the end of your story; it’s a chance to rewrite it. My holistic coaching addresses the root causes of burnout, empowering you to lead with clarity, energy, and confidence. Together, we’ll create a life that feels as good as it looks.
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Ignite Your Insight: 10 Revelatory Prompts for the Burned-Out High Achiever
AÂ free journaling toolkit designed to help you peel back layers of stress and overwhelm, reconnect with your true self, and reignite that spark in your soul. Ready to rediscover who you really are and reclaim your power? Dive in, and let each prompt guide you toward clarity, purpose, and a renewed passion for life.

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Amanda L Christian, Master Life Coach
I empower ambitious women in finance and technology to step confidently into Aligned Leadership, helping them overcome burnout at its roots so they can thrive professionally, personally, and sustainably.