The Pipeline’s 3 Day Summit

Leading The Pipeline's 3-day summit is always exciting! This week's cohort features remarkable women leaders from diverse companies like the BBC, Aon, Eon, the Gambling Commission, and Bupa. These women are truly incredible. However, a common theme has emerged: the challenge of prioritising themselves without feeling guilty. ⚠

It's no surprise that many high-performing women face this struggle. Societal expectations and traditional gender roles often dictate that women should always prioritise the needs of others, which can lead to guilt when they deviate from these expectations. 😔

Cultural and family norms also shape attitudes towards self-care. In some cultures, there is an emphasis on collective well-being and putting the needs of family or community before individual desires, which can lead to guilt when women prioritise their personal needs.

Women, like men, can experience perfectionism and feel guilty or anxious when they perceive themselves as falling short, even in self-care activities.
From a young age, individuals receive messages from various sources that influence their beliefs about self-worth and self-care. Internalised messages suggesting that one's needs are less important than others' needs can lead to guilt. 👩‍👩‍👦‍👦

High-performing women often take on primary caregiving responsibilities for their families. Balancing caregiving duties with personal needs can create guilt, especially when they feel they are not meeting others' expectations.
The fear of judgment or criticism for prioritising their needs can haunt women, leading to guilt even when engaging in essential self-care activities.

Guilt drains our energy when it comes to prioritising our own self-care. So, consider the impact of not putting your needs at the forefront of your life. Imagine a world where you are burned out and unable to meet your everyday responsibilities, let alone what you do for everyone else.

No one wants to end up Burnt Toast. 🔥 🍞 Don't you deserve better?
Ladies, this holiday season, gift yourself the power of self-love. 👑 ❤️