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Have you ever felt like you’re running on empty, stuck in the same exhausting routine, or simply going through the motions?
On this episode of Inspiring Possible, Christy Pennison sits down with Wendy Meadows—a former family law attorney, certified life coach, mediator, and bestselling author of Sparkle & Grit—to discuss burnout, personal transformation, and rediscovering purpose. Together, they explore how high-achieving women (and men) can break free from exhaustion, reclaim their energy, and align their lives with what truly matters.
Wendy shares her own journey from feeling depleted despite external success—a “Groundhog Day” cycle of work, obligations, and self-soothing behaviors—to building a life infused with intention, joy, and purpose. She talks about the impact of joining a health and wellness community, incorporating consistent movement, and transitioning her professional focus from high-conflict family law to mediation and coaching.
This episode dives into:
- How burnout can hide behind “checked boxes” of success
- Strategies for shifting mindset and creating intentional daily habits
- The role of mindfulness, journaling, and reflection in personal growth
- Practical tools like Wendy’s Pause Time Playbook journal
- Overcoming societal expectations and toxic norms in high-pressure careers
- Advice for embracing possibility, taking small steps, and rebuilding confidence
Wendy also shares candid and motivational insights:
“No one’s ever going to dream your dream as much as you will. No one ever is going to get it as much as you. If you want something, you have to go for it.”
“We need both sparkle and grit. You just can’t stay in a season of grit forever… It’s just making sure I hold on to the things that make me feel like me right and right now.”
If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next steps, this episode offers practical guidance and inspiration to pause, reflect, and step into a life that truly fits.
About Wendy Meadows
Wendy S. Meadows is a family law attorney, former litigator, certified life coach, mediator, and bestselling author of Sparkle & Grit. She helps women who have “checked all the boxes” but still feel stuck, offering tools and coaching to reboot habits, rediscover purpose, and align daily life with personal values. She also works with legal professionals to prevent burnout, foster sustainable success, and restructure practices for better balance.
Wendy combines professional expertise with deep empathy, guiding clients through personal and professional transformations in a way that feels both practical and profoundly supportive.
For more information on this episode, visit: [christypennison.com]
Connect with Wendy Meadows
- Website: https://www.sparkleandgrit.com | https://wendysmeadows.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-sare-meadows-ba80285/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendy_s_meadows/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072318214998
