Your Best Choices are Made with Your Back Against the Wall

What if the clarity you’ve been craving doesn’t come from vision boards or five-year plans… but from pressure? In this solo episode, Julie Hyde gets brutally honest about the moments that pushed her to breaking point—financial stress, a cancer diagnosis, and the realisation that “fine” was a trap keeping her stuck. These weren’t just hard seasons. They were turning points. And they forced one truth to the surface. When your back’s against the wall, you stop performing—and start leading from truth. This isn’t about glorifying struggle. It’s about understanding the role discomfort plays in growth, alignment, and empowered decision-making. If you’ve been ignoring that quiet inner voice or waiting for the ‘right time’ to make a change… this is your wake-up call. In this episode, Julie shares: Why we delay change until the pain outweighs the fear The biology of discomfort—and how it sharpens your focus Her personal story of rock bottom (twice) The mindset shift that put her back in the driver’s seat How to make one bold, aligned move—before crisis forces your hand   💡 This episode is for anyone stuck in the loop of “fine,” waiting for a sign, or silently burning out behind the scenes. It’s not about having all the answers—it’s about making one honest choice. 🎧 Listen now and take the first step back to yourself.   Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to Leading You Podcast 00:44 The Power of Tough Moments 01:30 Avoiding Complacency and Embracing Change 03:16 The Impact of Pressure and Clarity 05:23 Personal Story: Hitting Rock Bottom 08:05 Health Scare and Prioritizing Life 10:44 Empowered Choices and Alignment 14:47 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 16:09 Closing Remarks and Call to Action   Links: Get the Clarity Compass Mini Program Connect with Julie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/ Instagram: @juliehydeleads Website: https://juliehyde.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.