Thrive Without Burnout

Welcome back to The Power Lounge! I"m Amy Vaughan, and this week, I"m thrilled to welcome Seema Giri—an international bestselling author, wellness and leadership expert, and founder of UpLyft Media. Seema will share her inspiring journey from battling a debilitating illness to achieving success without experiencing burnout. Together, we"ll explore what it truly means to redefine success for high-achieving women who balance demanding careers, family, and the drive to excel, often at the expense of their wellbeing. In our conversation, Seema recounts her six-year struggle before receiving an autoimmune diagnosis and how she discovered a new approach to self-leadership and healing. We"ll challenge the notion that productivity requires personal sacrifice, delve into the cultural factors contributing to burnout, and uncover how listening to your body"s wisdom can help you set boundaries, cultivate joy, and implement lasting change. You"ll gain valuable insights, science-backed tips, and practical strategies—from body scans to box breathing—that offer a roadmap for thriving on your own terms. Whether you"re managing a never-ending to-do list or seeking a better balance between ambition and self-care, this episode provides advice to help you transition from burnout to balance. Seema Giri brings over 30 years of leadership experience, guiding hundreds of women to publish, speak, and lead with confidence. As the founder of UpLyft Media and Chief Growth Officer at Upbuild Global Inc., she empowers purpose-driven entrepreneurs to transform their personal stories into bestselling books and powerful brands. Join us as we uncover the secrets to succeeding without sacrificing your health or soul. Don"t miss this enlightening conversation on The Power Lounge. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 02:05 - "Empowering Success Without Sacrifice" 09:26 - Autoimmune Insights and Advocacy 10:32 - Pregnancy"s Unexpected Physical Changes 15:46 - Easing Back Into Meditation 23:29 - Grounding Techniques for Stress Relief 26:42 - Breathing Techniques for Stress Relief 33:44 - "Origins and Self-Awareness" 40:25 - "Benefits of Saying No" 45:13 - Leadership Trap: Stuck in the Weeds 52:37 - Listening to Your Body After 40 53:59 - Prioritizing Family Presence 01:01:55 - Together Digital Podcast Highlights 01:02:48 - Outro Quotes: "Wellness and success are allies, creating a life worth living."- Amy Vaughan "Support others first, then lead yourself. Create your story one step at a time."- Seema Giri Connect with Seema Giri LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seemagiri/ Website:https://uplyft.media/ Connect with the host Amy Vaughan: LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/amypvaughan Podcast:Power Lounge Podcast  - Together Digital Learn more about Together Digital and consider joining the movement by visitingHome - Together Digital Support the show