#170 Mirah Young: Face the Mirror Before You Face the World

In this inspiring episode, Eugene Lee sits down with Mirah Young, author of "The Mirror Method," to explore the challenges high achievers face with imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and burnout. Mirah shares her personal journey of feeling stuck despite outward success and how journaling and self-reflection became her path to authenticity and self-leadership. Discover how the Mirror Method - a blend of scripture, personal stories, and journaling - can help you reset, reflect, and reconnect with your true self beyond titles and labels. Gain practical insights on overcoming the pressure to perform, the importance of vulnerability (especially for men), and strategies for establishing small daily habits like journaling and smiling to foster resilience. Mirah also opens up about her life-changing car accident, reflecting on the power of positivity and grace in moments of hardship. This episode emphasizes the significance of stepping back from distractions like social media to lead a purposeful, authentic life. Whether you're grappling with burnout, seeking deeper self-awareness, or wanting to reclaim your creativity and joy, this episode offers a compassionate guide to giving yourself leeway in a world that demands performance. Episode Highlights: The Mirror Method: Resetting, reflecting, and authentic living The role of journaling for self-discovery and overcoming imposter syndrome Vulnerability and emotional expression in leadership and life Practical tips for building small habits to combat burnout The power of pausing and stepping away from social media Personal story of resilience and the healing power of smiling Connect with Mirah Young: https://linktr.ee/MirahTheMhttps://www.instagram.com/iammirahyoung/Iamhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thomirahyoung/ P.S. My goal for 2025 is CONNECTION Here's how we can connect right now: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/eugene-leeway/linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠giveyourselfsomeleeway.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lee-one/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @eugene.leeway