Stop Making Life So Hard: Julia Henning on Why Success Doesn’t Have to Mean Struggle

We’ve been told that success requires endless hustle, sacrifice, and burnout—but what if that’s a lie?  In today's episode, the incredible Julia Henning and I explore the power of ease, authenticity, and personal transformation, from breaking free of hustle culture to embracing a soul-centered life. Julia Henning is a PSYM Certified Coach, Lifestyle Designer, and author of It Gets to Be Easy (If You Let It). With a master’s degree in psychology and a background in immersive theater, she blends deep psychological insights with humor and spirituality to help others design lives they love. Julia specializes in guiding clients toward authenticity and ease, emphasizing that success comes from alignment rather than struggle. Through her coaching, retreats, and speaking engagements, she empowers people to embrace their unique strengths and release societal pressures. Throughout this episode, Julia Henning brings depth, vulnerability, and humor to the discussion, sharing her personal and professional transformation. She recounts her early experiences in immersive theater and how they revealed her talent for holding space—being present and allowing others to feel seen and heard. She details her transition from acting to psychology, ultimately finding her calling in coaching. Julia challenges the misconception that ease means laziness, redefining it as alignment with one's true self. She shares the inspiration behind her book, revealing how a transformative ayahuasca experience in Costa Rica led her to the concept of ease. She encourages listeners to reframe struggle, lean into their unique strengths, and embrace a soul-centered life. Tune in to Episode 198 of Joy Found Here to hear Julia Henning’s inspiring journey from immersive theater to coaching, her insights on embracing ease and authenticity, and her powerful approach to redefining success on your own terms. In This Episode, You Will Learn:From theater to coaching (4:05)The art of holding space (8:32)Embracing ease (12:47)The life lessons we skipped (18:33)Making space for what you actually want (26:35)The importance of space and self-reflection (29:49)Understanding your zone of genius (32:22)Embracing ease and letting go (38:25)Navigating life's challenges with grace (45:55)Closing thoughts (54:39) Connect with Julia Henning:WebsiteTikTokInstagramFacebookGet Julia’s book! Let's Connect:WebsiteInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.