Stories of Confidence Reclaimed: Women Who Overcame Fatigue and Found Their Voice Again
Stories can be mirrors. When we see another woman reclaim her strength, it reminds us that we too can move through the fog. In this article, I share (anonymized) stories of women who began in fatigue and emerged stronger—and highlight the mindset moves that carried them forward.
How Fatigue Steals Your Confidence (And Why You Don’t Even Realize It)
Why am I so tired?” is one of the top questions I hear from women—from clients, readers, and friends alike. It’s not just “being tired” occasionally. It’s that bone-deep fatigue that lingers, that makes you question your energy, your capabilities, and even your worth. In this article, let’s talk about the common reasons behind persistent tiredness in women, and begin to reclaim your energy.
Why Am I So Tired? My Journey From Exhausted To Energized and The Playbook I Wish I’d Had.
Have you ever sat in your car before work, too exhausted to open the door? I have. At 42, I was a nurse leader, educator, wife, and friend—but I was running on fumes. Coffee, weekends, even vacations couldn’t touch the bone-deep exhaustion that left me foggy, weepy, and questioning what was wrong with me.
What I discovered wasn’t laziness, weakness, or “just stress.” It was a combination of perimenopause, burnout, hormone imbalances, and nutrient deficiencies. And once I started treating myself like a patient I loved, everything began to change.
In this new article, I share the turning point in my journey, what actually worked, and the framework I now use to help other women rebuild their energy and confidence.