Three out of four executive women admit they've battled imposter syndrome at some point in their careers. Over half admitted to feeling afraid they wouldn’t live up to others’ expectations or that people wouldn’t believe they were capable enough. The feelings of isolation don’t help — 54% of executive women agree that the higher you climb the ladder, the lonelier it gets. Women are simply too few and far between at the top.

We often blame ourselves for self-doubt and a lack of confidence. But understanding how biological differences and neuroplasticity play into confidence can help remove that sense of guilt.

Why does work-life balance feel impossible? Why do so many of us feel exhausted chasing purpose—like we’re running toward an invisible finish line that keeps moving?

If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone. And it turns out, we may be thinking about purpose all wrong.

Work-life balance was always a band-aid disguised as a solution. A band-aid that says you are the problem, you need to change, you need to “fix” yourself. Take productivity courses. Set boundaries. Optimize your time. Practice self care. 

But the real issue? Deeply ingrained gender norms shaping our roles at home and work, dictating expectations of who should lead, who should nurture, and whose labor is valued.