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Resilience Voices episode 41 (Special Edition): My Burnout Breakthrough + The Resilience Reset Kit
In this episode of Resilience Voices, host Jessica Schultz steps in with a solo share—because sometimes life pauses the plan… and forces you to listen.
Today isn’t an interview. It’s a personal short story from Jessica’s own experience with burnout—including the “high-functioning” signs she ignored for too long, the moment she realised her body wasn’t giving advice… it was sending an alarm, and what helped her return to herself.
Because recovery isn’t just about pushing less. It’s about learning how to reset your nervous system, calm the mind, and rebuild your energy with tools that actually work in real life.
And that’s where The Resilience Reset Kit comes in.
The Resilience Reset Kit includes four guided meditations and breathing practices to calm your mind, restore your energy, and bring you back to yourself. Get access to the kit here: Get access here
If you’re a high achiever who’s been running on stress, pushing through, or feeling depleted but still “functional,” this episode is your reminder: you don’t have to wait until you break to choose support.
ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES
Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz—business coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience.
Bi-weekly, we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation—and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity.
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"You Are Not Stuck. You Are Patterned." 
Rewiring Limiting Beliefs, Reclaiming Resilience with Katherine Flechaus
In this episode of Resilient Voices, host Jessica Schultz sits down with Katherine Flechaus - a mental health and behavioural change expert with over 30 years of experience - to explore what it really takes to break old patterns and step into lasting change.
Katherine shares her own journey through burnout, career reinvention, and self-discovery, revealing how the beliefs we don't even know we're carrying often drive the reactions we can't seem to control. Together, Jessica and Katherine unpack why self-awareness — not willpower — is the true starting point for transformation, and why it's never too late to rewire the patterns keeping you stuck.
This conversation is a masterclass in resilience: from recognising early body signals of stress, to using curiosity instead of judgment, to redefining what success and self-worth actually mean. Whether you're navigating burnout, questioning old beliefs, or simply craving a more aligned way of living — this episode will meet you exactly where you are.
 "Change is always possible at any age." — Katherine Flechaus
 In this episode we talk about, 
Why change is always possible — regardless of age, career stage, or circumstances
How self-awareness, not force, is the true first step toward transformation
The hidden role limiting beliefs play in driving reactive behavior
Why small, consistent shifts create more lasting change than dramatic overhauls
How curiosity and playfulness dissolve resistance to growth
Why naming your feelings is essential for emotional regulation
How to recognize body signals as early warning signs of burnout
Why responsibility and accountability are forms of personal power — not blame
KEY TOPICS COVERED
Katherine's personal journey through burnout and reinvention
Understanding and challenging limiting beliefs
The role of self-awareness in sustainable growth
Strategies for managing reactive behaviors and emotional responses
The power of curiosity and playfulness in the change process
How societal messages shape our self-worth and definition of success
What it actually takes to make change stick
The importance of self-compassion and grace throughout transformation
🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES
Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz —business coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience.
Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation — and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity.
🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode.
👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices?
Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1
🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership
 

From Teacher to Entrepreneur: Sara Riedel's Resilience Journey
What does it take to leave everything you know — and build something entirely your own?
In this episode of Resilient Voices, Jessica Schultz sits down with Sara Riedel, founder of the Kala Leadership Collective, for an honest and deeply inspiring conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the courage it takes to bet on yourself.
Sara's journey is anything but linear. From her roots as a teacher, to a career in pharma, through restructuring, personal loss, and caregiving for aging parents — Sara shares how each challenge became a stepping stone to building a life and business aligned with her values.
💡 IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER:
How Sara transitioned from teaching to pharma — and eventually to entrepreneurship
 What it really feels like to face redundancy and uncertainty — and how to move through it
 Why community and relationships are the foundation of resilience
How caring for aging parents shaped her leadership and self-awareness
 Practical tools for self-care when life feels overwhelming
How to overcome imposter syndrome and own your impact
Why there is never a perfect time — and why that's actually good news
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
 Build a support network of people who genuinely believe in you
Practice small acts of courage regularly — they compound over time
Prioritise self-care even — especially — during your most stressful seasons
There is no perfect time to make big decisions. Start anyway.
🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES
Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz —business coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience.
Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation — and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity.
🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode.
👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices?
Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1
🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership
 

In this episode of Resilient Voices, Jessica Schultz interviews Rochelle Trow, a global people leader and author, about building resilience through inner clarity, understanding the body, and redefining success. Rochelle shares her personal journey of transformation, insights on leadership, and practical strategies to foster resilience in a fast-paced world. This inspiring episode shines light on personal growth, mental health, organisational change, and sustainable leadership.
Key  topics
- Rochelle Trow's personal resilience journey- The importance of understanding the body in resilience- Reframing self-beliefs and identity- Organisational structures and their impact on resilience- The role of fear and decision-making in leadership- Practical strategies for resilience and self-care- The influence of organisational culture on well-being- The power of micro habits and continuous chang
"Who am I beyond the job title?""Your body will tell you first before your mind.""Fear is a smoke alarm, not a fire."
Resources
The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer Bessel van der Kolk's The Body Keeps the Score Gabor Mate's books Rochelle Trow's Book: Anchored 
Connect with Rochelle here: 
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/executivecoachhr/
Website: https://www.rochelletrow.com/
🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES
Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz —business coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience.
Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation — and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity.
🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode.
👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices?
Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1
🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership
 

In this episode of Resilient Voices Podcast, Mikael Avatar Stjernvall shares his extraordinary journey from being born dead to becoming a record-breaking athlete and transformational coach. Discover how mindset, resilience, and small daily actions can lead to profound life changes.
"Repetition and consistency are key to mastery."
Key topics:
  • Mikael Avatar's extraordinary birth and early life  • The impact of upbringing and cultural influences  • The mindset of resilience and overcoming adversity  • The importance of small daily actions and repetition  • The role of authenticity and living in the present  • Lessons from Olympic training and world record achievement  • The significance of inner peace and happiness  • The influence of Thai culture on personal growth  • Practical steps for personal transformation  • The ripple effect of positive actions on others
Takeaways
  • Small daily actions can create profound life changes.  • Repetition and consistency are key to mastering new skills.  • Your mindset and perspective shape your reality.  • Authenticity and living in the present bring inner peace.  • Overcoming adversity builds resilience and strength.  • The power of visualization and mental training.  • Every scar and challenge contributes to personal growth.  • Living authentically in Thailand offers unique freedom.  • The importance of smiling and positivity in daily life.  • Impacting others positively starts with self-awareness.
Connect with Mikael here: 
Instagram: instagram.com/mikaelavatar (Reels & Videos)  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mikaelavatar  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaelavatarYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MikaelAvatarStjernvall  Facebook: facebook.com/mikaelavatarstjernvall
 
🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES
Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz —business coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience.
Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation — and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity.
🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode.
👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices?
Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1
🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership

What if your next breakthrough started with the decision to keep going?
In this episode of Resilient Voices Podcast, host Jessica Schultz speaks with Mireia Paino, an oceanography student turned successful online business strategist.
Mireia shares her inspiring journey of resilience, from overcoming challenges and rejection to building stronger self-esteem through action and self-awareness. Together, they explore the role of audacity(especially asking for what you deserve), and how mindset shifts can turn fear and imposter syndrome into fuel.
This is a conversation about what resilience really looks like - and how to build confidence that lasts, step by step. 
 
 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE WE EXPLORE:
→ Resilience as a promise to oneself —and why it changes how you show up  → Mireia’s journey from oceanography to entrepreneurship→ How to overcome fear and imposter syndrome (even when things get hard)  → Building self-esteem through action and honest self-reflection  → Why audacity matters—especially when you’re asking for what you deserve  → How vision boards and visualisation support goal achievement  → The mindset shift from “what if it fails?” to “what’s my next brave step?”  → Practical ways to transform challenges into sustainable personal growth  
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 👤 ABOUT MIREIA PAINO
Mireia Paíno is a business strategist for online service-based entrepreneurs and coaches.
🔗 Connect with Mireia:  Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mireiapaino/
 🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES
Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz —business & executive coach and leadership advisro with 20+ years of experience.
Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who’ve faced challenge, change, and transformation—and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity.
🔔 subscribe so you never miss an episode.
👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices?
Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1
🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz:  - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership/  - Website: succesumleadership.com

What if your greatest challenge became the foundation of your greatest strength?
In this episode of Resilient Voices Podcast, host Jessica Schultz speaks with Simone Reichert — leadership and mindset coach, NLP practitioner, and speaker — about the journey from chronic illness to conscious leadership.
Simone was diagnosed with chronic fatigue at age 13. Instead of letting it define her, she used it as a catalyst. Through NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), she transformed her limiting beliefs, rewired her inner narrative, and built a life and career rooted in authenticity, intuition, and purpose.
This is a conversation about what resilience really looks like from the inside out. 
🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE WE EXPLORE:
→ How chronic fatigue at age 13 became a turning point, not a full stop
→ What NLP is and how it helps transform limiting beliefs
→ The role of intuition and surrender in making bold life decisions
→ Using the elements (fire, water, air, earth, ether) as tools for self-awareness
→ Why high expectations can work against you — and what to do instead
→ The difference between human connection and AI in coaching and personal development
→ How spontaneous opportunities can lead to the biggest breakthroughs
→ Practical mindset tools for turning challenges into resilience
👤 ABOUT SIMONE REICHERT
Simone Reichert is a leadership and mindset coach, NLP practitioner, and speaker helping leaders and professionals reconnect with their authentic selves and lead with intention.
🔗 Connect with Simone: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-reichert-mindset-coach-nlp-speaker/ Instagram: @transformwithsimone 
🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES
Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz — executive coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience.
Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation — and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity.
🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode.
👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices?
Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1
🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership/ Website: succesumleadership.com 

In this episode of Resilient Voices, host Jessica Schultz speaks with Kia Temmes, an author and body therapist, about resilience, travel, and the inner work of healing childhood trauma. Kia shares her journey from Sweden to Myanmar and beyond, and how curiosity, releasing control, and working with plant medicine have helped her heal, overcome fears, and live a life aligned with her true self.
Through this honest conversation, she reflects on how early life experiences shape the way we think, relate, and move through the world — and how resilience often begins with becoming aware of the stories and patterns we carry. Together, we explore resilience as a journey of self-discovery, the role of curiosity and letting go of expectations, and why living more authentically starts with listening to yourself.
In this episode, we talk about:
resilience as a journey of self-discovery
how travel, curiosity, and letting go of control can foster healing
the role of Ayahuasca in healing childhood trauma and gaining self-awareness
building resilience through acceptance, inner guidance, and mindfulness
practical tools for living a flexible, authentic, and resilient life
Memorable moments ✨
“All the stress just floated away.”
“Ayahuasca helped me face my shadows.”
“Live a life of your own choosing.”
Connect with Kia Temmes:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@kiatemmes?si=GkA1GnMGpZpLLObJ
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6xMfc2b0DJFGU0bAB06CG9?si=iNax2ibKT8qgiy_ZlzUavg
Storytel: https://www.storytel.com/se/authors/kia-temmes-47687
Email: kiatemmes@gmail.com
Resources
Nicholson McBride Resilience Test - https://example.com/resilience-test
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In this episode of Resilient Voices the podcast - in Leadership & Life, host Jessica Schultz speaks with Patric Svanberg, founder of Coach4Life Sweden, about resilience, personal growth, and the inner work of overcoming life’s challenges. Patric shares his journey from childhood struggles to building greater self-awareness, inner strength, and purpose.
Through this honest conversation, he reflects on how early life experiences can shape the way we think, relate, and move through the world — and how resilience often begins with becoming aware of the stories and patterns we carry. Together, we explore resilience as a journey of self-discovery, the role of hope and meaning in difficult times, and why living more authentically starts with learning to listen to yourself.
Patric also shares practical insights on mental fitness, self-love, and the importance of being present rather than staying trapped in old conditioning or future fear. This is a thoughtful and grounded conversation for anyone navigating personal challenges, seeking greater clarity, or wanting to live with more courage, meaning, and resilience.
In this episode, we talk about:
- resilience as a journey of self-discovery
- how childhood programming can shape adult life
- the role of hope and meaning in overcoming adversity
- practical tools for mental fitness and self-love
- the importance of living in the present moment
Memorable moments ✨ “It’s never too late to give up.”
“Find meaning in something.”
“Your thoughts create your reality.”
 
Connect with Patric Svanberg
https://coach4lifesweden.se/
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In this episode of Resilient Voices in Leadership & Life, Jessica Schultz speaks with Angelica Björklund about resilience, leadership, and the courage to choose a new path when work no longer feels aligned.
Angelica openly shares her journey through demanding leadership roles, toxic organisational dynamics, and the personal cost of losing touch with her own voice. She reflects on the pressure of high performance, the impact of unhealthy workplace cultures, and the lessons that ultimately led her toward deeper self-awareness, authentic leadership, and starting her own coaching business.
Together, we explore what it means to lead with integrity, how resilience is built through challenge and change, and why self-awareness is essential for both personal growth and sustainable leadership.
This is an honest and insightful conversation for anyone navigating leadership pressure, career change, workplace culture, or the journey back to themselves.
In this episode, we talk about:
toxic organisational culture and leadership dynamics
the importance of authentic leadership and self-awareness
career change and the journey into coaching
work-life balance and the cost of constant performance
lessons in resilience, courage, and personal growth
Memorable moments ✨
“Now I am enough.”
“I lost my own voice.”
“I was a workaholic.”
Resources & Links 🔗
ICF Certification: https://coachfederation.org/icf-credential
Angelika Björklund’s Website: https://angelikabjorklund.com
Connect with Angelika Björklund
Website: https://angelikabjorklund.com
Want to share your story on the podcast? 
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