ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Dr. Elizabeth Pritchard, a researcher, leadership coach, and co-author of The Authentic Leadership Playbook, to explore her powerful mantra—“I am enough and will find the way.” But why do capable, accomplished people still struggle with self-doubt? And how many opportunities do we miss while waiting to feel confident, qualified, or ready enough?
Elizabeth opens up about growing up as the youngest of nine children, the beliefs she carried about her own worth, and a difficult period in her life that forced her to question everything she thought she knew about herself. We explore imposter syndrome, perfectionism, emotional suppression, and the hidden cost of constantly putting others first. Our conversation also examines the relationship between self-worth and authentic leadership, and why professional achievements don't always translate into self-confidence.
What if you've spent years waiting for permission that no one was ever going to give you? Whether you're struggling with imposter syndrome, afraid to speak up, questioning your abilities, or trying to grow into a more confident leader, this conversation is worth hearing. Join me as we explore the stories we tell ourselves, the fears that keep us silent, and what it means to believe you're enough before everything in your life feels certain.
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CHAPTERS
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00:00 Why We Keep Waiting To Feel Ready Enough
00:25 Meet Dr. Elizabeth Pritchard And Her Philosophy
01:08 The Childhood Belief That Her Voice Didn't Matter
03:06 Facing Uncertainty During Her Partner's Cancer Diagnosis
03:17 The Retreat That Changed How She Saw Herself
05:00 Why Highly Capable Women Still Struggle With Self-Doubt
06:05 How Childhood Experiences Shape Our Beliefs
07:54 Reconnecting With Inner Wisdom And Self-Belief
08:24 What Does It Mean To Sit With Discomfort?
09:41 Learning To Face Difficult Emotions
11:44 Understanding Emotions Without Suppressing Them
12:17 What Silence Protects Us From And What It Costs
14:06 The Emotional And Physical Cost Of Hiding Her True Self
15:41 How Elizabeth's Understanding Of Confidence Changed
16:07 Why Qualifications Don't Always Create Self-Belief
17:31 Imposter Syndrome, Perfectionism, And Self-Sabotage
19:40 Recognizing The Stories We Tell Ourselves
20:08 How To Question Automatic Thoughts And Reactions
21:49 The Space Between Stimulus And Response
22:23 Stop Waiting For Permission To Be Yourself
23:42 Introducing The Authentic Leadership Playbook
24:03 Practical Strategies For Personal Growth And Leadership
24:45 Where To Find Dr. Elizabeth Pritchard And Her Book
25:45 Closing And Outro
