Every summer, we're told workers are becoming less productive. I see something different. I see people remembering they have lives outside of work. Maybe the real question isn't how much employers lose when we unplug. Maybe it's what we gain when we finally do.

I almost skipped a trip because my calendar, responsibilities, and logical mind all told me it wasn't the right time. Looking back, saying yes became one of the most restorative decisions I've made. Sometimes clarity comes after the leap, not before it. Read more about why intuition deserves a seat at the table alongside logic.

After leaving a career that no longer fit, I did what many high achievers do: I went searching for the next thing to accomplish. What finally changed everything wasn't another goal. It was getting curious about the person chasing them. Here's why I believe self-discovery is the fuel for work recovery.

For years, I believed that perception was reality. Then I started questioning who that belief was really serving. In this reflection on career pivots, entrepreneurship, and personal freedom, I explore why the most meaningful decisions often make perfect sense to you and very little sense to everyone else.

What if some of your most important work looks like doing nothing at all? Bree reflects on the invisible labor of thinking, strategizing, and creating, and why high-achieving women need to stop performing productivity and start trusting their own process.

What if the thing standing between you and a more fulfilling life isn't a lack of time, but how you're spending your energy? In this personal reflection, Bree explores the power of flow days, the hidden cost of distraction, and the difficult tradeoffs required to create more of what you truly want.

Why does resentment surface during the holidays—and what is it actually trying to tell us? In this episode of How Good Can It Get?, Bree Johnson explores how unmet needs, energy depletion, and the illusion of control affect wellbeing and leadership.

In this episode, I break down the single biggest barrier to wellbeing I see across founders, people leaders, and women running entire households: letting external uncertainty steal time, focus, and nervous system capacity.

Bree discusses transforming work into a craft, emphasizing the need for personal empowerment and the identification of resistance in one's professional life.

Bree Johnson hosts guest Stephanie Wall Morrow who advocates for integrating genuine self-care into daily life. They discuss the creation of The Self Care Circle, accessible self-care practices, the significance of mindfulness and intention, and the myths surrounding self-care.

The often unrecognized burden of meeting others' expectations, particularly for women who are caregivers, is intense and time consuming. Bree reflects on her personal experiences during the holiday season and emphasizes the importance of reclaiming time and energy for oneself.

Bree addresses the challenges many face during the holiday season, particularly those who feel they are merely surviving rather than thriving. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging one's struggles and introduces the concept of the wellness wheel, which consists of eight core areas of well-being.

Have you every thought about how your childhood conditioning affects your adult relationships, particularly the tendency to justify actions and defend oneself in interpersonal interactions? Bree Johnson discusses the impact of early experiences on emotional responses and communication patterns in adulthood.

If you're feeling fear, anxiety, or overwhelm, tune in to this episode where Bree delves into the complexities of fear, particularly the subtle, insidious types that keep individuals from embracing change and stepping out of their comfort zones.

Guest Michelle M. Ghassemi helps Bree explore the themes of identity death, personal growth, and self-sabotage in the context of entrepreneurship.

Bree talks about Gold Medal Syndrome as a way to describe how we all often focus on outcomes and miss out on the good stuff - particularly the 'messy middle' - where growth and effort occur. Outcomes aren't often as they seem.

Bree Johnson hosts Rhonda Parmer to explore innovative leadership coaching approaches, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, discovering personal strengths, and the impact of burnout on leaders. Rhonda shares her personal experiences and insights on how to navigate challenges in leadership, particularly regarding gender dynamics and the necessity of intentionality in preventing burnout.

Bree Johnson shares her excitement about being selected for a TED Talk and dives into the paradox of choice in personal and professional life, particularly the decision to stay in a comfortable situation or take a leap into the unknown. Bree emphasizes the importance of embracing change and the benefits of stepping out of one's comfort zone, while also highlighting the value of depth work and commitment to personal growth. She encourages listeners to explore their desires for novelty versus depth in their lives and to make daily choices that align with their goals.

Energy—not time—is your most valuable resource. When you stop giving it to resentment, distraction, and autopilot productivity, you reclaim your clarity, joy, and purpose. This reflection explores how protecting your energy becomes a radical act of leadership and wellbeing.

Bree Johnson and Beverly Smith discuss effective strategies for navigating career transitions, particularly in the context of mid, senior, and executive-level job searches. They explore the importance of understanding one's strengths, crafting compelling resumes that resonate with both AI and human recruiters, and the nuances of working with recruiters.